Maine Department Of Education Gray , ME 04039
Posted 2 weeks ago
MSAD15
Director of Operations and Finance
Gray-New Gloucester ~ District Wide
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a field related to operations and financial management (Accounting, Finance, Operations Management, Business Management).
Five years of administrative experience in a significant leadership role.
Five years multi-department supervisory role in a school, municipal, or government organization. Verifiable work history of increasing fiscal and operations expertise.
Experience developing institutional infrastructure, including policies, procedures, facilities, and programs.
Familiarity with different funding sources, including local, state, federal, private, and non-profit sources.
Ability to collaborate and communicate across teams and levels of organizations.
Reports To:
Superintendent of Schools Supervises
Business Manager
Facilities Supervisor
Transportation Supervisor
Nutrition Supervisor
Job Goal:
To ensure overarching organizational leadership, oversight, and short and long-term planning in business, finance, infrastructure, and support services.
Performance Responsibilities:
Advise the Superintendent on all matters related to the responsibilities of the position.
Serve as a member of the district administrative team to ensure alignment of financial and operational practices and priorities with the district's mission and strategic goals.
Work collaboratively with the administrative team instructional leaders to ensure appropriate planning to support teaching and learning goals financially.
Assist with collective bargaining and contract development.
Assists in developing policies and procedures for business management, nutrition services, transportation services, and facilities.
Directly oversee the functions and duties of the business manager, transportation supervisor, nutrition supervisor, and facilities supervisor.
Works as the lead administrator with the Chair of the Finance Committee and Chair of the Facilities Committee.
Monitor the budget monthly and prepare routine projections and analyses for the Superintendent and Finance Committee.
Conduct multi year revenues, expenses, and other data forecasting to inform long-range planning.
Know and understand Maine Department of Education/State of Maine laws, regulations, and guidelines, particularly in finance, transportation, nutrition, facilities, and finance.
Serves as the district's chief procurement officer, oversees district procurement, and manages preparation and execution of all school department bid proposals/contractual obligations and negotiations with vendor contractors in compliance with all necessary federal, state, and local requirements.
Coordinates all capital expenditure projects.
Monitors district funds for compliance with state regulations and ensures stable longterm financial health of the district.
Effectively communicate budgetary information with all stakeholders, including the district administrative team, school board, finance committee, and the community.
Manages contracts with outside vendors.
Monitor the budgetary impact of all hiring and employee separations.
Supervise, evaluate, and ensure appropriate training for business office personnel, facilities, transportation, and nutrition supervisors.
Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time that fall within the general scope of the position.
Oversee the general operation of all facilities management, including maintenance and custodial operations.
Prepare and oversee the district's capital planning and implementation.
Ensures the transportation department provides adequate and appropriate transportation for students.
Oversee and coordinate all food services for the district to deliver a high-quality food service program compliant with federal, state, and school board policy.
Desired Skill Sets:
Strong supervisory, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with a high-performing team and communicate effectively with diverse groups: administrative team, school board, professional employees, support staff employees, the public, and local elected bodies.
Expertise in budgeting and a demonstrated ability in operation analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning.
Strong computer skills, particularly skills associated with the Maine Department of Education, other state and federal agencies, and business and finance.
Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local school finance and operations laws.
Highly developed interpersonal skills and experience in project management and facilitating change.
Work Year Contract: 260 days
Salary and Benefits: Regionally Competitive
April 26, 2024 - Applications Close
May 6-7, 2024 - Scheduled Interviews
June 24, 2024 - Start Date
If you feel you are the right person for the job, apply at https://msad15.org/employment/.
Applicants must hold a current State of Maine Department of Education Criminal History Records Check prior to employment.
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Maine Department Of Education