President

Salpointe Catholic High School President

The President is appointed by the Board of Members (the Provincial Council of the Carmelite Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary), in consultation with the Board of Directors of Salpointe Catholic High School. He or she serves as the Board of Members’ delegate and the Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation. The President is responsible for assuring that the school is true to its mission, values, charism and philosophy, and for providing leadership to the comprehensive Salpointe community. He or she is responsible to the Board of Members for the overall implementation of this institution’s mission and policies in order to achieve the purpose of the Catholic philosophy and objectives of the School’s educational endeavors, including the By-Laws of the Corporation and the charism of the Carmelite Order.

The President supervises the Executive Team of the school, consisting of the Principal, Director of Finance, Director of Operations, Assistant Principal for Academics, Assistant Principal for Student Services, Director of Advancement, Director of Admission, Director of Human Resources. He or she works with the Board of Directors and the Executive Team to formulate policies and set future directions and goals for Salpointe.

Salpointe Catholic operates under the President-Principal model of leadership with clearly delineated authority and responsibilities. Together, they provide the signature Salpointe experience for our Lancers.

The President reports to the Prior Provincial of the Carmelite Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary. The President is responsible for ensuring that the mission of the school and the charism of the Carmelites are manifested and fulfilled daily. Additional responsibilities include donor cultivation, advancement, operations, finance, human resources, facilities, safe environment compliance, risk management, insurance, investments, governance, policies and procedures, written and verbal communications to all constituency groups, fundraising, information technology, IRS compliance, constituent databases, admissions, enrollment, financial aid, construction, capital campaigns, food service, spirit store, thrift store, custodial, maintenance and grounds, security, IRT, compensation and benefits, operational and capital budgets, boards and committees.

The Principal reports directly to the President. The Principal models, communicates and implements the Catholic, Carmelite mission of Salpointe on campus. The Principal partners with the President to set the vision for the school. He or she is responsible for the day-to-day academic operations of the school, ensuring the strength of the academic programming as well as the student holistic experience. Additional responsibilities include curriculum and instruction, faculty, academic departments, professional development, professional learning communities, student services, counseling, college counseling, campus ministry, health office, library, testing, learning lab, athletics, deans, discipline, student information systems, graduation, registrar, advanced placement, dual enrollment, college prep and honors courses, student activities, clubs, wellness programming, parent education, in service, Level One compliance, mandatory reports/Diocese of Tucson Office of Adult, Adolescent Protection (OCAAP) compliance, accreditation, attendance, learning lab, drug testing, service learning.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. In relation to the Board of Members and Board of Directors, the President:
2. Oversees and sustains the Catholic, Carmelite identity, mission and doctrinal conformity of the school.
3. Is responsible for implementing the School’s policies and activities to ensure that the mission, philosophy and objectives of the School’s educational endeavors, the by-laws of the Corporation, the Carmelite Policy Manual of the Carmelite Sponsored Secondary Schools, and the spirit of the Carmelites are clear, consistent and foundational to the operation of the School.
4. Establishes the vision and goals for the future of the school by developing a three to five year Strategic Plan in conjunction with the Board of Directors and Executive Team, and approved by the Board of Members.
5. Serves as President of the Corporation, and as a voting member of the Board of Directors and a voting member of the Academic, Advancement, Athletic, Facility, Finance, Governance, Investment, Strategic Planning and Capital Campaign Committees of the Board of Directors.
6. Complies with all policies and procedures as set forth in the Carmelite Policy Manual of the Carmelite Sponsored Secondary Schools.
7. Works with the Chairperson of the Board and with Chairpersons of standing and ad hoc committees to schedule meetings, create agendas, communicate with members, maintain a digital portal as a repository of all board and committee activity.
8. Provides information and makes verbal and written reports to the Board of Directors and Board committees at every meeting.
9. Develops and presents the annual budget, including recommended employee compensation and benefits and annual tuition increases to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors.
10. Oversees the upkeep and publication of school’s policy handbooks.
11. Is responsible, with the Governance Committee of the Board, for the ongoing formation of the Board of Directors.
12. Assures that an annual independent audit of the school, 401K plan and Foundation are conducted.
13. Attends and participates in the Carmelite Secondary Schools Commission annual conference and monthly virtual meetings. Hosts the Commission on a rotating basis.
14. Serves as a voting member of the Board of Directors of the Salpointe Catholic Education Foundation, Salpointe Parent Association and Alumni Council.
15. Maintains collaborative relationships and regular communications with diocesan officials.
16. Welcomes pastors of Catholic feeder schools and parishes to the Salpointe campus and to Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement.

B. In relation to the Executive Team, Faculty and Staff, the President:

1. Attends and speaks at virtually all school/community internal and public events.
2. Provides leadership and direction in the religious formation programs and activities of the school.
3. Oversees the Catholic identity and doctrinal conformity of the school.
4. Selects, supervises and evaluates the members of the Executive Team as direct reports.
5. Meets regularly with the Executive Team as a whole and with individual team members.
6. Reviews, signs and/or delegates the facilitation of contracts that bind the school financially or legally.
7. Oversees the President's executive assistant.
8. Works with the Executive Team and the Finance Committee to propose and submit the operational and capital budgets for approval to the Board of Directors.
9. Proposes capital expenditures for approval by the Board of Directors and/or the Board of Members as stipulated in school by-laws or Carmelite Policy Manual of the Carmelite Sponsored Secondary Schools.
10. Oversees the finances of the school. Maintains financial oversight regarding the school’s budget, investments, IPS, audits (school, 401K, SCEF), cash management, capital expenditures, financial aid, Guardian Angel Fund, Endowed Scholarship Fund, Lancer Annual Fund, planned giving.
11. Manages and delegates risk management, legal matters, property and liability insurance, workers compensation, life and disability insurance, student accident insurance.
12. Oversees safety and security of the school including incident response team, vulnerability and threat assessments, evacuation and lockdown procedures.
13. Oversees employee compensation and benefits including salaries, 401K, health insurance.
14. Oversees the management and maintenance of all facilities on campus.

D. Regarding Advancement/Recruitment/Public Relations/Alumni Relations, the President:

1. Works with the Advancement Director to strengthen donor relationships and to appeal for financial support from alumni, parents, past parents and friends to meet the needs and goals of the School.
2. Works closely with the Director of Advancement in establishing contacts, making visits and cultivating relationships with donors.
3. Serves as the school’s representative to the media.
4. Works with the Advancement Director to implement the Development Plan as well as Marketing and Communications Plan of the school.
5. Participates in civic committees/organizations to bring positive public attention to the school and its mission.
6. Oversees the parent and alumni organizations.

E. Concerning Prospective, Current and Past Parents, Alumni, Friends, the President:

1. Shares the love, joy and gratitude inherent in being a Salpointe Lancer at every opportunity.
2. Addresses parents, alumni and guests at most Salpointe community-building events to maintain strong relationships with all constituency groups.
3. Cultivates individual personal relationships with parents, alumni and friends to build a loyal community of Lancer constituents.
4. Communicates the mission, philosophy, goals, needs and strategic plan of Salpointe Catholic to all members of the community.
5. Works closely with all parent groups to strengthen parental involvement in and support for Salpointe.
6. Represents the school at civic, religious and other school and community functions.
7. Writes personal notes to every donor with the receipt of every gift. Personally calls donors who make substantial contributions.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

1. Practicing Roman Catholic.
2. Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Salpointe Catholic High School.
3. Proven professional experience in high-level, executive leadership in a Catholic educational setting.
4. Demonstrated success in capital campaigns, annual fundraising and advancement: donor cultivation, public relations, marketing, communications.
5. Knowledge of secondary education programs and practices with strong skills in the areas of strategic planning and mission effectiveness.
6. Experience developing and implementing strategic plans for complex organizations.
7. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including a proven ability to engage and inspire a wide range of stakeholders.
8. Solid financial skills in both budget management and strategic financial planning.
9. Data-driven approach to implementing optimal solutions.
10. Experience working with Boards and engaging volunteers and donors to support a mission-driven organization.
11. Ability to establish/maintain relationships with both internal and external communities.
12. Excellent verbal, written and digital communication skills.
13. Ability to work as a team member but also independently.
14. Act as public spokesperson for the School.
15. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage stress.
16. Ability to work flexible hours that include evenings and weekends.
17. Advanced degree in an appropriate field required.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits are competitive and directly commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Process:

Click here to complete an application and upload the following documents:

• A letter of interest
• A current resume
• Three professional letters of recommendation
• A 250-350 word response to one of the following statements:

1. Salpointe's mission statement reads:

Salpointe Catholic is a college-preparatory high school in the Carmelite tradition of prayer, community, and service. We offer our diverse student/parent population a holistic education which fosters faith, encourages the pursuit of excellence, develops servant leaders, affirms the dignity of individuals, and promotes global social justice.

Please focus on one or two of the following elements of our mission and share how you would help it flourish here on campus now and into the future:

• "fosters faith"
• "encourages the pursuit of excellence"
• "develops servant leaders"
• "affirms the dignity of individuals"
• "promotes global social justice"

2. Carmelite Human Rights and Social Justice Statement reads:

The Carmelites of the Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary stand in solidarity with Catholic Social Teaching, which highlights building a more just society and living in holiness.

We live in allegiance to and walk in the footsteps of Jesus Christ as we commit ourselves to the dignity of the human person by respecting people of every gender, race, ethnic heritage, creed, sexual orientation and financial resources.

The principles of family, community, participation, dignity of work, option for the poor, and care for God’s creation inspire our communities and ministries to always teach the truth of our history and work for justice and peace.

As a result, we do not support unjust systems of racism, sexism, homophobia, xenophobia, human trafficking and slavery of any kind, and any unjust system that does not promote the dignity of the human person that is a true gift from God.

Please focus on one of the following principles expressed in this statement and share how you would help it flourish here on campus now and into the future:

• "we commit ourselves to the dignity of the human person"
• "we are inspired by principles of family, community, participation, dignity of work, option for the poor, and care for God’s creation" (select one or two principles)

If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Lee Mathias, Director of Human Resources at

The posting will close on January 15, 2025. Salpointe Catholic High School reserves the right to hire prior to the closing date or to extend the closing date as desired.

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