President of Cedar Catholic High School

POSITION SUMMARY:

 The President of the Archdiocese of Omaha School serves as the school’s Chief Executive Officer, responsible for both internal and external operations and accountable to the Archbishop of Omaha, Superintendent of Schools, and Board of Directors. As the primary spiritual and strategic leader, the President promotes Catholic values, develops and executes a long-term vision, secures financial resources, and ensures sound fiscal management.

Working collaboratively with the principal, the President oversees academic, spiritual, social, and extracurricular programs, as well as recruitment and community relations. The role emphasizes maintaining strong, respectful relationships with all stakeholders, promoting the school’s mission and reputation, and serving as a key liaison between the school, its board, and the archdiocese.

Specifically at Cedar Catholic High School, the President also directs development efforts that support its two feeder elementary schools—East and West Catholic and Holy Trinity—serving as a unifying leader for all Cedar County Catholic Schools.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Faith Community:

·         Serve as the school’s spiritual leader

·         Engage students, faculty and staff in faith development experiences

·         Collaborate with principal and staff on Campus Ministry and retreats

·         Promote the mission of Catholic education to all stakeholders

·         Preserves at all times the authentic Catholic identity of the school and seeks ways to celebrate Catholic character with traditions and programs unique to Cedar Catholic’s culture

Development and Fundraising:

·         Oversee all development operations and ensure alignment with the school mission and strategic plan

·         Supervise and evaluate the efforts of the development officers

·         Manage donor relations and lead fundraising efforts

·         Cultivate relationships with alumni, parents, community partners, and corporate supporters

·         Work closely with the Board Development Committee to set fundraising strategies and evaluate outcomes 

Business Operations:

·         Develop a fiscally sound budget in collaboration with the appropriate business office staff and Board of Directors

·         Manage all financial and business aspects of the school, including budgeting, audits, and financial aid

·         Ensure transparent fiscal reporting and sound stewardship of resources and property

·         Direct and ensure compliance with city, county, and state guidelines to meet fire, health, safety and security requirements

·         Respond to all legal requirements of the school

Strategic Planning:

·         Lead the creation and execution of a 3–5-year strategic plan

·         Delegate action items within the strategic plan to appropriate employees and committees within the school.

·         Share the vision of the strategic plan with all stakeholders.

·         Ensure regular updates to all stakeholders on progress and success in implementing the strategic plan.

Board Relations:

·         Maintain a strong, collaborative relationship with the Board of Directors

·         Assist the Board with policy review and development, and strategic initiatives

·         Attend all Board and subcommittee meetings ensuring proper recording of agendas and minutes 

• Assist the current Board of Directors with the identification, cultivation, and proper training of new Board members

·         Serve as a liaison between the Board, Archdiocese, and school community

Daily Operations:

·         Hire, supervise, and evaluate the principal

·         Meets regularly with the principal, faculty and staff. 

·         Provide oversight of academics, extracurriculars, staffing, and student affairs

·         Serve as the final in-house authority for personnel and student matters

Communication and Community Awareness:

·         Maintain visibility and engagement within the school and broader community

·         Attend school events

·         Ensure consistent, transparent communication through various media platforms

·         Foster strong ties with feeder schools, pastors, and the archdiocese, ensuring the mission and vision of the school are clearly and effectively communicated

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.

• Active practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church
• Strong professional with a Christ-centered approach towards all people
• Demonstrated experience working with and understanding the needs of students.
• Exceptional organizational and strategic thinking skills
• Demonstrated self-starter with experience to work independently, set schedules, prioritize tasks, and work with others in a team setting
• Demonstrated experience in creating a vision and leading others toward that vision for the total evangelization mission of the Church
• Excellent relationship skills to represent the archdiocese locally, regionally and nationally.
• Lifelong learner, continued evidence of continuing formation
• Demonstrated leadership skills including: building relationships, conflict resolution, coaching, delivering feedback, holding others accountable, empowering and motivating others and other general management, supervision and skills
• Strong computer skills
• Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

Education and Experience

·         Master’s Degree in Educational Administration (preferred) or Public Administration

·         Possess a valid Nebraska Educational Administrative Certificate (preferred)

·         3 – 5 years of previous administrator experience (preferred) or management experience

·         3 – 5 years classroom teaching experience (preferred)