Title: Recruitment, Selection, and Evaluation of Staff

Code: 5000

Section: WSSDA Model Policies

Section: 5000 - Personnel

The board of directors delegates most or all recruitment and selection of school district staff to the superintendent and/or their designee(s). 

Staff are recruited and selected to ensure that all staff members are highly effective and have the necessary skills and experience to meet the learning needs of all students.

Staff positions are established by the board based on recommendations of the superintendent according to the needs and financial constraints of the district. The superintendent or their designee establishes the necessary skills, competencies, qualifications, education, experience, and past performance levels required for each position and to contribute toward the goal of continued improvement in student learning. Selection of staff is based on which candidate is the most qualified for the position, and is made pursuant to the district’s standard screening, interview, reference check process, and other requirements.

Positions are created and filled with consideration of salary and budget parameters, strategic goals, student enrollment, and legal requirements. Part of the district’s strategic and short-term planning processes analyze current and projected staffing requirements. The superintendent or their designee(s) regularly evaluates the effectiveness of the district’s staff recruitment and selection processes and reports the findings and recommendations from the evaluation to the board.

Last Revised: October 01, 2025
Classification: Important
Prior Revised Dates: 02.12; 12/01/2014

 

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