Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents · 1 day ago
Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations – Nauset Public Schools
Nauset Public Schools is a collaborative educational district serving four towns in Cape Cod. The Assistant Superintendent for Finance & Operations will provide strategic leadership and oversight of all financial and operational services to ensure compliance and efficiency within the district.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Serve as a key advisor to the Superintendent, School Committee, and subcommittees on budgetary matters, capital planning, construction projects, and district operations
Prepare and manage the District’s annual operating and capital budgets, including detailed analyses of historical expenditures and future financial needs
Develop multi-year financial projections, staffing analyses, enrollment forecasts, capital plans, and long-range maintenance and repair plans for district facilities and grounds
Maintain comprehensive financial controls over all revenues and expenditures, including grants, revolving funds, capital accounts, and student activity accounts
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and special financial reports for the School Committee and other stakeholders
Provide leadership and ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing district business operations
Oversee day-to-day operations of the business office, including accounting, purchasing, payroll, accounts payable, billing, transportation, buildings and grounds, and food and nutrition services
Supervise the Food and Nutrition Services Director to ensure high-quality programming delivered in a cost-effective manner
Assist principals and administrators with financial, operational, and facilities-related matters
Develop and oversee efficient student transportation systems, including bid specifications, routing, ridership analysis, and family communication
Develop and implement systems for inventory control and fixed asset management across all schools and district offices
Establish guidelines for community use of district facilities and grounds and support principals in managing building use and associated revenues
Develop and negotiate service contracts for transportation, facilities, copiers, food services, and other operational needs
Develop district-wide business procedures, internal controls, and cost-containment strategies to ensure effective use of resources
Create and maintain electronic systems for financial and human resources data management
Collaborate closely with the Directors of Technology, Human Resources, and Student Services to support efficient and integrated district operations
Provide management support during collective bargaining and participate in or lead negotiations as assigned by the Superintendent
Oversee insurance, pension, and 403(b) programs and ensure compliance with changing state and federal regulations
Act as the District’s procurement officer and coordinate bid processes and warrant articles in collaboration with town officials
Maintain strong working relationships with town managers, treasurers, accountants, and other municipal officials in member communities
Oversee preparation and submission of DESE end-of-year reports, grant financial reports, MSBA documentation, audits, and other required state, federal, and local reports
Prepare financial and operational documents for public presentation, including School Committee meetings, town boards, and Town Meeting, and ensure timely posting on the District website
Serve on district and municipal committees as directed by the Superintendent
Perform other related duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the District
Qualification
Required
Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting or Finance
A minimum of four (4) years of successful employment in one of the above fields, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory role at a managerial level
Certified (or certifiable) by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a Director or Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent and School Business Administrator
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Preferred
At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred
Master degree preferred
Company
Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents
The Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents, originated in 1973, and is the only statewide organization dedicated to the unique professional and advocacy concerns of school superintendents and assistant superintendents.
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