School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Job Opening: School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Organization: Harrison Township School District

Location: Gloucester County, New Jersey

Type of Job: PreK-12

Posted Date: April 5, 2024

Expiration Date: May 5, 2024

Description:

The Harrison Township School District has an anticipated opening for a School Business Administrator/Board Secretary. This is a full-time, tenure-track position starting on August 1, 2024. The successful candidate will serve as the general accountant for the Board of Education in this PreK-6 school district. Responsibilities include administering all phases of the school district budget throughout the year and assuming responsibility for the audit of all claims and invoices for the Board of Education. Demonstrated experience in school business administration is preferred.

Qualifications:

• School Business Administrator Certification (Standard or Certificate of Eligibility)
• Possession of a master’s degree (or higher) from a regionally accredited college or university, or possession of a Certified Public Accountant license (N.J.A.C. 6A:9-12.7)
• Experience in budget preparation and administration
• Understanding of statutory and code requirements related to school budgeting
• Knowledge of financial accounting and reporting procedures consistent with statute, code, and GAAP requirements
• Familiarity with statutory requirements and accepted practices in school districts related to insurance, purchasing, transportation, food services, school plant operations, and facility planning
• Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Successful experience in human resource management and understanding of statutory requirements related to public employment and collective bargaining

Reports To: Superintendent of Schools

Supervises: All custodial, maintenance, and transportation personnel, as well as business office staff

Performance Responsibilities:

• Assist the Superintendent in the preparation of the annual school budget and administer all phases of the budget throughout the year
• Serve as the official purchasing agent of the Board and establish procedures for the acquisition of supplies and equipment for the district
• Supervise custodial, maintenance, and transportation services, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards
• Administer the district’s food services program and insurance/risk management program
• Oversee the student transportation program and handle the business aspect of contracted transportation services
• Assist in projecting facility needs and oversee construction programs
• Act as the agent of the Board in site acquisitions and sale/lease of property
• Oversee the preparation of the district payroll and ensure proper maintenance of records
• Be responsible for investment of Board funds in accordance with policy
• Assist in developing and updating policies for all aspects of the school business operation
• Safeguard and maintain all records and papers of the Board
• Attend all Board meetings and record proceedings
• Perform duties related to school elections as required by law
• Serve as general accountant of the Board and keep detailed accounts of financial transactions
• Report financial information to the Board and Commissioner of Education
• Perform other duties as prescribed by law and directed by the Superintendent

How to Apply:

To apply, please visit the employer’s website to apply directly.

Join us in serving the Harrison Township School District and ensuring the efficient and effective management of its business affairs to support educational goals!