430 Policy: Recruitment and Selection

I.    PURPOSE

The purpose of this policy is to promote the recruitment and retention of a highly skilled and diverse workforce that supports the needs of all students and aligns with the mission of the school district.

II.    SELECTION OF CANDIDATES

A.    Candidates for employment in the District will be selected on the basis of their education/training background; successful work experience; and skills/knowledge required for the position.  

B.    Candidates for employment should be expected to convey cultural competency and work/educational/life experiences that align with the diverse student population and communities served by the school district.

C.    Candidates must be in possession of any required license or be prepared to acquire such licenses within legal and/or reasonable time limits as a condition of employment.  

D.    The school district will not discriminate against candidates for employment on the basis of the candidate’s protected status as defined by the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

E.    Consistent with applicable collective bargaining agreements, the school district will provide reasonable opportunities for qualified employees to compete for open positions within the school district.

III.    RECRUITING AND RETENTION EFFORTS

A.    The school district will implement recruitment strategies to attract and hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of the student population.

B.    The school district will implement appropriate programs, including mentoring programs, that limit or reduce attrition of a diverse workforce.

IV.    HIRING

A.   The superintendent will recommend all personnel to the School Board for employment. The School Board will approve employment of all personnel.

Adopted/Revised
Revised:  1/28/20
Adopted:  3/2/99 (formerly Policy 4111&4211)
Revised:  5/20/86
Adopted:  7/10/72