Position Description for Superintendent for Gilbert Public Schools, Gilbert, Arizona  

The Gilbert Public School District, Gilbert, Arizona, Governing Board, is seeking a highly qualified and certified Superintendent.  The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position no later than July 1, 2026.

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the governing board in identifying and screening the candidates.

Enrollment: 32,000

Location: Gilbert, Arizona is located in the Phoenix Metropolitan Area

The Qualifications

The candidate must have the background, skills, and abilities essential for excellence in educational leadership. The board recognizes that selecting a superintendent is one of the most important decisions it will make.

The Gilbert Public Schools seeks a Superintendent that can successfully demonstrate:

• Evidence of developing and executing strategic educational plans that result in higher student achievement
• Inspirational leadership skills that empower others to perform at their highest level
• Excellent communication skills and an open, honest and transparent leadership approach
• Evidence of being a builder of community that strengthens district and community trust and support

Search Timeline:

• Closing date for applications: December 19, 2025 (11:59 p.m. central time)
• Governing Board selects finalists to interview: January 13, 2026
• Interviews with the Governing Board: Week of January 26, 2026
• Selection of new Superintendent: TBA

 Apply online at: www.macnjake.com

Contact information:

            McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.

            11725 Arbor Street, Suite 220

            Omaha, NE 68144

            888-375-4814

            Email: apps@macnjake.com

School Website: https://www.gilbertschools.net/

Consultants: Dr. Steve Joel                         s_joel@macnjake.com         

                        Don Grotting                         D_Grotting@macnjake.com

Gilbert Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability and, when needed, will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. Anyone requesting a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.

The Qualifications

The candidate must have the background, skills, and abilities essential for excellence in educational leadership. The board recognizes that selecting a superintendent is one of the most important decisions it will make.

The Gilbert Public Schools seeks a Superintendent that can successfully demonstrate:

• Evidence of developing and executing strategic educational plans that result in higher student achievement
• Inspirational leadership skills that empower others to perform at their highest level
• Excellent communication skills and an open, honest and transparent leadership approach
• Evidence of being a builder of community that strengthens district and community trust and support

About Mcpherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C. is an Executive Recruitment and Development company specializing in searches for school district superintendents. Our firm has conducted over 940 searches since 1991.It's About the Kids!

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