President

Mission: Duchesne High School is a co-educational Catholic, college preparatory school that embraces each student’s unique, God-given gifts, and educates the student as a whole person in MIND, BODY, and SPIRIT.

Background: For 100 years, Duchesne has offered a faith-based education with academic excellence second to none, in a safe, welcoming environment. While today, Duchesne serves nearly 250 young men and women in grades 9 through 12, the school is focused on growing. Students come from parishes and schools in St. Charles and St. Louis Counties.

Located in St. Charles, Missouri, Duchesne High School is blessed to be less than two miles from the Shrine of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne. Duchesne’s roots date back to 1924, when St. Peter High School was established to serve the parishes in the St. Charles area.

Duchesne’s Catholic identity and family-like community are at the heart of what makes the school a special place. Small class sizes, diverse activities, and a strong campus ministry program invite all students to achieve academic success and personal growth.

Position: The President is a practicing Catholic, a visionary and dynamic individual who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the school. With overall responsibility for the management of the school, the President oversees enrollment, marketing and communications, finances, fundraising, capital projects, and strategic planning. The President inspires and leads by example in promoting the school’s Catholic identity, mission, and values.

The President is the public face of the school in building and stewarding donor and other stakeholder relationships, along with strengthening community partnerships. With a visible presence inside and outside of the school, the President is the catalyst in implementing the strategic plan. Working closely with the principal and other senior leaders in the school, the President is ultimately accountable for the operational vitality of the school.

The President reports to the Board of Directors and collaborates with leaders at the Archdiocese of St. Louis for supporting services. Duchesne is affiliated with the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications and qualities:

• Master’s degree in business, education, or related field
• Experience in a senior management or education leadership role
• Genuine love and compassion for youth and their families
• Understanding and commitment to the philosophy of Catholic education
• Adept at building relationships and development/fundraising
• Proven leadership ability and record of achieving desired results
• Person with integrity and initiative

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and three references via email to rfuchs@Duchesne-hs.org. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be treated with the highest degree of confidentiality.

Candidates are expected to be available to assume the responsibilities of the president position by July 1, 2024.