St John Paul the Great Catholic High School Hiring for President Job at Denver, CO Full Time

President

Position Type Management/Full-Time/On-Site

Start Immediate

School Name St. John Paul the Great Catholic High School

Address 2330 S Sherman St, Denver, CO 80210
(Temporary office, 6160 S Syracuse Wy, Ste. 220, Greenwood Village, CO 80111)

Posted 10/13/21

About St. John Paul the Great Catholic High School:

Nearly 30 years have passed since Pope John Paul II arrived in Denver and in a prophetic word, destined it to be the center of the New Evangelization. Among the many fruits of World Youth Day, the Archdiocese of Denver now welcomes its latest – St. John Paul the Great Catholic High School, (“JPG”).

JPG was born from prayer and dialogue of a community of educators, priests, and laity. Led by an
Independent Board of Trustees, along with an association of priests, the Companions of Christ who desire to serve not just as sacramental chaplains but as teachers in the classroom and fathers of the community.
Through their shared mission, they contribute in a unique way to the evangelization of the students and the cultivation of vocations.

The new four-year high school is a Catholic, independent and co-ed college-preparatory high school rooted in Catholic orthodoxy and Jesus Christ. Under the patronage of St. John Paul II, its classically inspired curriculum will be academically rigorous, especially in the areas of math and science. A robust sports program will accompany formation in the fine arts, adventure in the backcountry, and future opportunities for pilgrimage.

Located within central Denver with ease of access from all directions throughout the Denver area, the high school has been established on an abandoned elementary school campus that had been operated by the
Denver Public School system. Renovations are underway, with Phase I construction to be completed by the late spring 2022. Its inaugural year, 2022-2023, will welcome ninth and tenth grade students, until the school reaches its capacity of grades 9-12 at 440 students. The school is open to all students and their families throughout Denver and surrounding areas.

JPG seeks a dynamic, mission-driven leader to serve as its inaugural president. As President, the candidate will lead the school’s efforts to achieve its mission to inspire and equip students through the Classical tradition of education that fosters faith, promotes academic and athletic achievement and encourages civic responsibility while joyfully pursuing faith, wisdom and virtue. Vision, passion, management of cashflow, team building, flexibility and resilience are critically important, especially as a newly created school.

The Role
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the President serves as the primary leader of the school by communicating, promoting and demonstrating Catholic values in every aspect of the position. He/She is responsible for creating and advancing a strategic vision for the school, seeking sufficient financial resources for the school through advancement efforts and maintaining sound fiscal management of all business operations.

In collaboration with the Principal, the President delegates appropriately and oversees all academic, spiritual, social, extracurricular activities, recruitment and promotion efforts and other internal operations.

The President’s primary responsibilities include:

Pastoral Leadership and Mission:
Represents the school internally and externally, communicating the mission and programs of JPG to its various constituents, including working with students, parents, benefactors, and representing the school at civic, religious, and other public functions.

 Promotes JPG’s particular role and profile in the larger community so that the school is seen as a significant part of the mosaic of school choices in the Denver community.

 The President shall work with the Companions of Christ of the Archdiocese of Denver and school chaplains to provide spiritual leadership to students, faculty and staff, ensuring that spiritual teachings are consistent with the fundamental Catholic ethos.

 Serves as the school’s liaison with the community and ensures that JPG fulfills the mission and vision of the school and operates in a manner that is consistent with the teachings of the Catholic
Church.

 Communicates the mission and goals of JPG clearly and enthusiastically to inspire commitment and dedication.

Executive Management/Board Relations:
 Initiates and leads strategic and master planning for JPG campus, including envisioning facilities, staffing and programming, as well as creating a high-level financial plan to such efforts.
 Works closely with the principal to ensure the academic program and academic support are consistent with the standards and prepares students for college completion and successful professional life.

 Works closely with the Transition Team and the Board of Trustees; communicates clearly and timely on matters impacting the school; is a member of all standing committees and participates in their meetings; and assists in setting various agendas.

 Collaborates effectively with the Transition Team, Board Chair and other members of Board leadership to ensure that all groups are properly supported by the school administration and is comprised of a diverse group of individuals who can directly impact the success of its mission.

Fundraising and Development:

 In collaboration with the Director of Advancement, serves as the school’s chief fundraiser.
Approves all fundraising and advancement projects and events, including annual and special fundraising campaigns, all public relations and marketing.

 Provides direct, hands-on support and leadership in the ongoing effort to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors and stakeholders to ensure the school is able to carry out its mission.
Cultivates a broader network of corporate and community partnerships.

 Engages in regular and frequent community activity that not only advances the school’s mission but also positions the President to solicit financial support for major gifts.

Finance and Management:
 Pursuant to the Board-approved budget, oversees financial affairs, including the creation and use of scholarship and endowment funds, tuition and fee schedules, debt service and bank negotiations.

 Pursuant to the school bylaws and directives of the Board of Trustees, approves expenditures beyond those already provided for in the approved budget.

 Enhances the financial sustainability and health of the school by cultivating donors and stakeholders to support the school through revenue channels, prioritizing fundraising and setting financial goals for strong start up and meet growth projections for the school.

 Ensures that appropriate accounting systems and internal controls are in place and maintained and provides regular financial reports to the Trustees of all funds and assets of the school and all income and expenditures pertaining to its operation.

 Pursuant to the annual operating budget approved by the school’s Board of Trustees, determines the school’s organizational structure and gives final approval of the faculty/staff salary scales, stipends and benefit packages.

Candidate Profile/Education
The President must be a Catholic in good standing with the Church, who assents to the Church’s teachings on all matters, with particular care for those concerning the nature of the human person, sexual ethics and sexual identity. The candidate shall possess a zeal for the Lord and for their Catholic faith, with an ability to speak comfortably and competently about their faith the various stakeholders.

This position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week plus a willingness to devote additional time as needed for board meetings, community and donor engagement events and other meetings, which often occur in the evenings and weekends.

In terms of the performance and personal competencies expected for the position, we would highlight the following:

 Bachelor of Arts or Science degree required; Masters’ or advanced degree preferred.
 Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills including proven ability to engage and inspire a wide range of stakeholders and build creative and mutually beneficial relationships within the philanthropic, corporate, public and nonprofit sectors.

 The executive presence to inspire organizational and professional confidence, passion, and persistence in an ambitious, fast-paced, results-oriented and positive work environment.

 Significant visionary leadership and management experience, with demonstrated success in addressing immediate organizational needs while driving toward longer-term goals with buy-in from all stakeholders.

 A strong, practicing Catholic who possesses an awareness of and commitment to the Catholic traditions of education and service, the credibility to lead and represent a Catholic organization with integrity and capacity for working well with diverse Catholic church leaders, lay and clerical.

 Proven fundraising and/or revenue generating success, preferably in the non-profit sector and with foundations.

 The maturity and wisdom required to optimize Board members’ engagement in the mission.
 Strategic planning experience and execution capabilities.
 Preferably, previous experience in the education sector and/or the sensibilities and perspective necessary to validate one’s leadership in a school.
 Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including evidence of enhancing an organization’s financial strength and sustainability.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Application Process
Please submit resume, curriculum vitae and/or cover letter.

ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Central Denver Classical High School, dba St. John Paul the Great Catholic High School, admits students of any race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location