The Knox County Superintendent, Dr. Jon Rysewyk, was approved for an initial salary of $240,000. This base amount is subject to annual increases tied to the percentage increase received by licensed staff members within the school system.
Understanding the Superintendent's Compensation
The compensation for the Knox County Superintendent is structured to include a foundational salary along with a mechanism for periodic adjustments.
Initial Salary
Upon the approval of his contract, Dr. Jon Rysewyk's starting salary was set at $240,000. This figure represents the base compensation for the role.
Annual Salary Adjustments
In addition to this base amount, the superintendent's contract stipulates that he will receive the same percentage increase paid to licensed staff members each fiscal year. This means that while the initial salary was $240,000, the exact current amount can vary annually based on these adjustments. For instance, if licensed staff receive a 3% raise in a given fiscal year, the superintendent's salary would also increase by 3% for that year.
To illustrate the salary structure:
| Salary Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Base Annual Salary | $240,000 (as per initial contract approval) |
| Annual Increase | Same percentage increase paid to licensed staff members each fiscal year |
| Current Exact Salary | Base Salary + Cumulative Annual Percentage Increases |
This dynamic structure ensures that the superintendent's compensation keeps pace with general salary adjustments within the Knox County school system.
