Executive Director

JOB DESCRIPTION

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND OPERATIONS

Classification: Non-Classified General Summary: The Executive Director of Finance and Operations is responsible for the overall business/financial operations of the school district, including development and maintenance of annual budget and long-range financial projections. In addition, this individual is responsible for overseeing the operational areas of the district that include the custodial, maintenance, food service, transportation, safety and security, and capital project planning functions. The Executive Director of Finance and Operations reports to the Superintendent. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Responsible for budget development, administration and long range financial planning for the District. 2. Assist the Superintendent and staff in analyzing financial problems and developing solutions to problems, which ultimately improve daily operations. 3. Supervise and manage the investment of school district funds. Monitor the capital project/bond finances. 4. Procure and manage the district’s insurance programs including property, liability, and fleet coverages. 5. Participate with State and local organizations in staying abreast of school finance reform and other district- related issues, in particular those related to operational issues (safety and security, transportation, etc.). 6. Cooperate with County, City and Township governments within the school district to insure timely and accurate collection/distribution of district tax revenue as well as any relevant capital project planning issues. 7. Provide assistance in the management of and conduct audits of district internal controls. 8. Ensure that all areas operate under General Accepted Accounting and Management procedures. 9. Responsible for all bonding and other financial issues. 10. Prepare and oversee the preparation of District financial reports. Ensure that report formats meet all State, local and district reporting requirements. 11. Serve as administrative liaison to the Board Finance and Operations Committee. 12. Prepare and present information on district initiatives relative to finance and operations. 13. Prepare and submit tax resolutions for the Board. Ensure the timely transfer of funds from taxing authorities to the District. Monitor tax appeals and SEV adjustments. 14. Provide leadership and supervision of Business Office staff and the Operations staff. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these areas. 15. Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems in the Business & Finance department and the Operations departments. 16. Responsible for all duties associated with the executive oversight of the operational areas of the school district (including custodial, maintenance, food service, transportation, and capital project planning). 17. Help manage safety and security in conjunction with the Associate Superintendent. 18. Participate on the Superintendent’s Executive Team. 19. Other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1. Master’s degree in Business with emphasis in accounting and management or C.P.A. is required. 2. Possess and maintain CFO certification through Michigan School Business Officials. 3. Minimum of five (5) years successful experience in school or business finance; additional experience with oversight of school operations (custodial, maintenance, food service, transportation, safety and security, and capital project planning) required. 4. Knowledge of Michigan school finance. 5. Extensive knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations governing school finance administration. 6. Demonstrated ability to use various types of technology to access and communicate information. 7. Proven ability to review, analyze and summarize data, make critical decisions, and have the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.

May 2015