School Leadership : Principal & Assistant Principal

the salem keizer school district is hiring for multiple administrator positions for our  school year. See details of all open positions below!

each job listing will be used to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill vacancies (permanent, temporary, full-time, part-time and less than half-time) for the 2026-27 school year.

assists in the planning, administration, and evaluation of functions necessary for the operation of an elementary school. Supervises and controls student conduct and attendance.

• type: administrative - licensed
• fte: tbd
• status: tbd
• salary range: $111,656 - $130,622 (salary based on the 2025-26 salary schedule and is subject to change)
• application procedure: apply online

assists in the planning, administration, and evaluation of functions necessary for the smooth operation of a middle school. Supervises and controls student conduct and attendance.

• type: administrative - licensed
• fte: 1.0
• status: permanent
• salary range: $115,161 - $134,722 (salary based on the 2025-26 salary schedule and is subject to change)
• application procedure: apply online

leads, directs and administers all school operations and activities of an elementary school including instructional programs, support services, teacher in residence training program, demonstration classrooms, facility and ground operations, maintenance, student activities, and community relations activities.

• type: administrative - licensed
• fte: tbd
• status: tbd
• salary range: $123,102 - $144,010 (salary based on the 2025-26 salary schedule and is subject to change)
• application procedure: apply online

directs and administers all school operations and activities of a middle school including instructional programs, support services, student activities, and community relations activities. Provides oversight for maintenance and upkeep of facility and grounds.

• type: administrative - licensed
• fte: 1.0
• status: permanent
• salary range: $133,312 - $155,957 (salary based on the 2025-26 salary schedule and is subject to change)
• application procedure: apply online

all applicants, please note: if selected, you will be asked to participate in an interview process. Interviews are conducted virtually, in person, or via a one-way video. Please note interviews are a required part of the hiring process, non-compliance with the interview eliminates your eligibility for the position.

salem-keizer public schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veterans' status, or other categories protected by ors chapter 659a.

two years of administration