CASBO Career Center

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Superintendent. Responsible for the overall coordination and administration of district-wide functions related to budget, accounting, payroll, maintenance, transportation, nutrition services, purchasing, and risk management.

Key Functions and Duties:

1. Plan, organize and direct the activities and operations of the Division of Business Services; assume responsibility for developing statements of policy relating to business and support service functions
2. Manage the preparation of the annual budgets for all district funds, including details of income and expenditures
3. Maintain and assure continuous budget controls based on anticipated revenues and expenditures for restricted and unrestricted accounts
4. Review and prepare required financial reports and auditing functions in accordance with federal, state and county law
5. Attend board meetings, prepare related reports, and plan presentations as requested
6. Administer and interpret statutes, regulations, and policies involving the legal responsibilities of fiscal management
7. Represent the district in meetings with various stakeholders including parents, community leaders, and government officials regarding business and support service issues
8. Assume the responsibility for the development and coordination of long-range operational plans for each major division in the district

Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher in business, accounting, public administration, or a related field
2. At least five years of successful experience working in business, facilities, and/or operations within a public education setting
3. Demonstrated leadership and supervisory ability

Qualifications:

Ability to:

1. Establish priorities and coordinate a variety of complex fiscal and support functions involving multiple specialized units       
2. Develop a collaborative working relationship with the Board, Superintendent, and other members of Cabinet
3. Interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations            
4. Analyze problems and involve staff in developing effective solutions.
5. Work effectively with officials, district employees, and outside agencies
6. Assemble and analyze data and make appropriate recommendations for action
7. Work well with consultants, contractors, planners, auditors, and others involved in projects and operations

Knowledge of:

1. Laws and regulations governing public education, finance, and fiscal controls
2. Effective business practices within an educational setting
3. Public sector collective bargaining
4. Effective leadership practices