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The Crookston Public School’s main office is located in Crookston, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 1,100 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://www.crookston.k12.mn.us/

City Website:   https://www.crookston.mn.us/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Crookston School Board seeks a superintendent with proven leadership experience who:

• Brings a strong background in managing school finances, with proven skills in budgeting, resource distribution, and financial stewardship
• Models integrity and ethical conduct in all interactions with the school board, staff, students, families, and the wider community
• Delegates responsibilities thoughtfully, empowering others while ensuring accountability
• Cultivates and guides a dynamic leadership team that works collaboratively to advance the school’s mission
• Has experience in labor relations, including hands-on involvement in negotiation and collective bargaining
• Is consistently present and approachable to the school board, staff, students, families, and community members, encouraging open dialogue and building trust

 Previous superintendent experience preferred.

SALARY/CONTRACT: A competitive compensation and benefits package, with a starting salary range of $155,00 - $175,000 will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. Contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute. Additional benefits available may include: Health, Life, 403(b), among others.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 20, 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: MSBA’s Executive Search Service uses an online application process. Applicants may begin their application process at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, a completed application file must be received by MSBA prior to 11:59 p.m. on January 20, 2026.

Contact Lee Warne at 507-828-2468 (lwarne@mnmsba.org) with questions. 

Applicants are requested to not contact school board members.

Crookston Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. The MSBA Executive Search Service is an equal opportunity search agency.