The Oklahoma Conference is seeking an experienced education leader to serve as the Superintendent of Education.

Key functions of this position include but are not limited to:

• Personnel management including teacher observations and evaluations and decisions related to the employment of education personnel
• Attending school board meetings and providing guidance to the local school board
• Planning for and providing professional development for education personnel
• Plan and organize the Music Festival and Outdoor School annually
• Regularly communicate with the Conference administration regarding education initiatives and operations
• Partner with the Oklahoma Conference Board of Education in the management of the education system in the Conference
• Promote Adventist education across the Conference
• Regular travel both within the Oklahoma Conference and the Southwestern Union territory for various meetings.

For a more detailed list of responsibilities, see the NAD’s Superintendent Handbook here.

Qualifications include:

• Active membership and attendance with a strong commitment to the mission and values of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
• A minimum of a master’s degree in an education field with a preference for school administration
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a teacher within the SDA system and an additional 5 years of experience in educational administration
• Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.

Salary and benefits are based on the denominational wage scale and policy. If interested in being considered, submit your resume and include contact information for at least three references to James Shires, Oklahoma Conference President, at jshires@okadventist.org. Applicants must currently possess the legal ability to work in the United States. This position may be filled prior to the posting expiration date.