Description
Position Description for Burlington School District, Burlington, Colorado
The Burlington School District Board of Education in Burlington, Colorado, is seeking a highly qualified Superintendent. The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position no later than July 1, 2026.
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C. has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the governing board in identifying and screening the candidates.
Enrollment: 740
Location: Colorado’s East Central Plains, approximately 170 miles east of the Denver-Metro area along Interstate 70 near the Colorado/Kansas border.
Apply online at: www.macnjake.com
The Qualifications
The successful candidate must be a value-driven, community-engaged leader that has the background, skills, experience, and abilities essential for leading a small rural school district. The Board of Education has identified the following core leadership qualities and priorities as essential for success:
Leadership Style
- Willing to collaborate, delegate authority, and solicit input.
- Sets a clear direction, remains steady under criticism, and confidently makes final decisions when needed.
- Boldly pursues change and innovation, with commitment to a vision.
- Leads through respect and persuasion, not positional power.
Personal Character and Values
- Proven high integrity, moral and ethical behavior that aligns with local community values.
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic, pride, and models a strong example for staff and students.
- Values family and personal balance while maintaining approachability and humor.
Relationship and Communication Skills
- Engages comfortably with all ages, listens well, and builds relationships easily.
- Keeps board members, staff, and the community informed through consistent, transparent communication across multiple platforms.
- Actively engages in local groups and with businesses to strengthen school-community ties.
Strategic and Operational Competence
- Is fiscally responsible, uses funds wisely, and manages tight budgets effectively.
- Proven skills in resource management and personnel decisions.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities efficiently.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
- Thinks outside the box and seeks better ways to improve district performance.
- Centers decision-making on improving teaching and learning.
- Is effective at mentoring and developing building-level leaders.
Additional Requirements:
- Previous superintendent experience preferred.
- Selected candidate must possess or qualify for appropriate Colorado licensure
Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000 plus housing allowance and insurance benefits
Search Timeline (subject to change):
Closing date for applications: March 19, 2026 (11:59 p.m. central time)
Selection of Finalists: March 30, 2026
Finalists Interviews with the Board of Education: April 7, 2026
Selection of new Superintendent: TBD
Contact information:
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.
11725 Arbor Street, Suite 220
Omaha, NE 68144
888-375-4814
Email: apps@macnjake.com
District Website: https://www.burlingtonk12.org/
Lead Consultant: Dr. Walt Cooper
Burlington School District RE-6J is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability and, when needed, will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. Anyone requesting reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.
Requirements
- Previous superintendent experience preferred.
- Selected candidate must possess or qualify for appropriate Colorado licensure
