Chief Business Officer (2026-2027)

Scope Of Responsibilities: Provides administrative leadership of the business operations of the district. Responsible for the oversight and management of the District's human resources, financial services, and information technology functions. Develops and executes business strategies that align with the District's mission, vision and goals. Serves as an advisor to the Superintendent and Board on financial, workforce, and technology matters. Performance Responsibilities & Evaluation Criteria: Develops and communicates clear strategic plans for HR, finance, and IT. Oversees the implementation of the human resource strategy including talent acquisition, workforce planning, performance management, and employee engagement. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and District policies. Oversees financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and maintains strong internal controls. Directs IT strategy to support business operations and digital transformation. Collaborates with District leaders to align operational priorities with District goals. Leads organizational structure management and processes to ensure efficiency. Drives process improvements and implements best practices across departments. Manages the department budget including developing budget proposals, justifying expenses and monitoring accounts. Attends all meetings of the Board of Education and provides input. Evaluates staff as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Physical Demands: This work is conducted in an office setting. This position has inside environmental conditions with protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes or atmospheric conditions while working on performance responsibilities. This position requires the following physical activities rarely (up to 25% of the workweek): balancing, bending, climbing, crawling, crouching, driving, kneeling, and reaching. The following physical activities are required occasionally (up to 50% of the workweek): lifting up to 20 Ibs., pulling up to 20 Ibs., pushing up to 20 Ibs., standing, and walking. Feeling, grasping, hearing, and talking are required frequently (up to 75% of the workweek). Repetitive motions and visual acuity are required constantly (up to 100% of the workweek).

Minimum Qualifications: Master's Degree in business administration, human resources, finance, or organizational management, information technology, or a related field. Experience at the executive leadership level responsible for finance, HR, IT or related field in a school district. Five (5) years progressive administrative experience in education and/or governmental related positions in a medium to large organization. Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and explain technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to express ideas and concepts clearly and concisely in both oral and written form; use language and medium appropriate to audience. Demonstrated reputation for integrity, transparency, and accountability with sound technical skills, analytical ability and good judgement. Knowledge of IT systems, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. Expertise in human resources best practices and organizational development. Demonstrated leadership ability within diverse groups. Effective communication skills.