Superintendent
(noun)
- A person responsible for the administration and management of a particular place or organization.
- A person in charge of a particular department or section of an organization.
- A person in charge of a particular school or educational institution.
Origin:
Late middle english: from old french, from latin superintendere, from super- "over" + intendere "to aim".
Examples:
- The superintendent of schools was responsible for the implementation of new educational policies.
- The superintendent of the prison was criticized for the treatment of inmates.
- The superintendent of the parks and recreation department was praised for the maintenance and beautification of local parks.
- The superintendent of the construction site was tasked with overseeing the progress of the project.
- The superintendent of the office was commended for her ability to manage and coordinate the work of many different departments.