High School Principal Jobs in Colorado

Applications will be received until May 5th. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.

About this job:

Efficiently organizes and supervises the administrative staff and activities at a school in coordination with school administration. Establishes a welcoming and friendly environment for receiving staff, families, students, and community. Oversees student services and staff needs such as student records, transcripts, procurement of staff and office supplies, or other general office procedures in consultation with the Business Manager.

What DPS Offers You:

A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary Range: Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do:

- Provides supervision for all clerical staff in the building and performs activities related to pre-hiring practices for selected staff, including marketing of materials, obtaining lists of qualified applicants, and scheduling interviews and follow-up activities in consultation with the Business Manager.
- Establishes administrative and clerical processes that make the school office both an efficient and receptive environment for students, staff, parents and members of the community.
- Works with school administration to coordinate financial processes, including accounts payable/receivables, purchasing/receiving, journal entries and ledgers, account reconciliations, and other duties as directed.
- Works in conjunction with school administration to coordinate external communications, including community relations, school events, media releases, requests for community based assistance and District announcements.
- Researches and assists management in applying for grants associated with external funding for the school in collaboration and consultation with school administration.
- Maintains the calendar for school and administration under the general direction of the Business Manager or principal.
- Provides administrative and managerial tasks associated with IT-related tasks or community functions and manages efficient operation of a variety of office machines/equipment.
- Oversees the maintenance of records for students, staff, community, or alumni as required by school.
- Works in conjunction with school administration to develop an office budget, including supplies and instructional materials for all staff, and ensures all payrolls, financial transactions, or other related activities associated with the school budget are conducted in an accurate and timely manner.
- Researches and analyzes data/information, prepares reports using spreadsheets and databases, and shares relevant findings with school administration.

What You’ll Need:

- High school diploma or GED minimum required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred. Preferred postsecondary degree or classes in business, accounting, personnel management, office procedures, or other related field.
- 5+ years of progressive experience working with office processes and procedures.
- 3+ years of supervisory experience.
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun