Form MA-1069 U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Superintendent Recruitment

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MB No. 2133-0543

Expiration Date: 09/30/2014

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United States Merchant Marine Academy Superintendent Recruitment Survey Questions

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), U.S. Department of Transportation, is in the process of hiring the next Superintendent at the United States Merchant Marine Academy. We are committed to hiring a highly qualified candidate to lead this prestigious institution. As a valued stakeholder, please take a few minutes to complete this survey. We would appreciate your input no later than Friday, December 30, 2011.  Your input is very important to us and your feedback will help us as we select the next Superintendent.

1. Among the factors listed, please rank how important is it for the Superintendent to have the following ATTRIBUTES? (Please rank 1-10 with 1 being the most important)

1. A role model for the midshipmen ____

2. Ability to communicate effectively ____

3. Ability to collaborate effectively with others ____

4. Inspires confidence in ensuring the safety and well-being of midshipmen ____

5. Strong followership ability, to lead by example

6. Reputation as an academic leader ____

7. Military leadership ____

8. Organizational leadership ____

9. Appreciation for the Academy’s history and heritage ____

10. Shows inherent respect for all members of the Academy community, regardless of job position or rank ____

2. Among the factors listed, please rank how important is it for the Superintendent to have the following EXPERIENCE? (Please rank 1-8 with 1 being the most important)

1. Direct administrative experience commensurate with the management and leadership functions of a post-secondary education administrator ____

2. Any maritime academy/educational experience ____

3. Experience in any academic environment ____

4. Military experience ____

5. Experience sailing as a commercial or civil servant ____

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6. Experience administering federal military or civilian ____ programs

7. Experience working with federal government processes and fundamentals ____

8. Any experience in leading a complex organization ____

3. To be effective, the next Superintendent will be faced with many competing priorities. Among the factors listed, please rank how important is it for the next Superintendent to focus on: (Please rank 1-11 with 1 being the most important)

1. Improve USMMA physical infrastructure ____

2. Ensure that USMMA provides the highest standard of maritime education and Learning ____

3. Hold staff and faculty to high standards of performance ____

4. Provide an atmosphere for the midshipmen to learn the technical

skills necessary to be effective merchant marine officers ____

5. Be popular among alumni, parents, and other stakeholder groups ____

6. Shape an academic program focused on long-term development of executive leadership for the maritime industry ____

7. Improve career opportunities for graduates ____

8. Leadership and management with emphasis on fundamental Federal practices for program performance ____

9. Improve recruiting efforts for underrepresented students ____

10. Maximize resources for the academy through federal or gift funds ____

11. Promote the USMMA’s reputation ____

I am a Please check.

1. Faculty member _____________

2. Staff _____________

3. Alumni _____________

4. Midshipman _____________

5. Maritime Administration Leader _____________

6. Office of the Secretary Leader _____________

Form MA-1069, 12/2011