(KNZA)--A new superintendent has been hired for the Valley Falls school district. 

The USD 338 Board of Education, in a release Monday, announced the hiring of John Hamon for the position.

He currently serves as the superintendent of schools at Kinsley-Offerle USD 347. Prior to that, Hamon served as a principal in the Jefferson West, McLouth and Uniontown school districts.

Hamon, a native of Valley Falls, was among three candidates interviewed by the USD 338 board last week.

The release says Hamon has proven that he is a leader who leads by example, is an effective communicator, and someone who works to build consensus.

He will take over as superintendent on July 1st, replacing Dr. Volora Hanzlicek.  Hanzlicek has hired as the new superintendent of Doniphan West USD 111.

Hamon and his wife, Lisa, has three adult children.