Board Meeting, Board of Education, Budgeting, Building Design, Bus Driving, Business Administration, Cafeteria, Community Relations, Expense Tracking, Financial Administration, Financial Management, Food Services, Google Maps, Leadership, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Skills, Resource Leveling, Resource Management, School Buildings, School Management, Stewardship, Team Lead/Manager
Business Manager
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The Business Manager for Springfield Local School District oversees the non-instructional, daily operations of the district, manages support staff, and ensure safe, clean, and well-equipped learning environments while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Core Responsibilities
- Operations Management: Directs and supervises critical non-instructional departments, including Food Services, Transportation, Maintenance, Custodial, and Technology.
- Facility Oversight: Works with district leadership to manage the upkeep, safety, and long-term capital planning for school buildings and grounds.
- Personnel Supervision: Evaluates, manages, and supports classified personnel such as bus drivers, cafeteria workers, and custodians.
- Financial & Resource Stewardship: Collaborates closely with the district Treasurer/CFO to ensure operational expenses align with the district's budget and financial recovery goals.
- Board & Community Relations: Attends Board of Education meetings, prepares operational reports, and acts as a liaison to parents, staff, and the community.
Qualifications
- Licensure: Typically requires a valid School Business Manager License issued by the Ohio Department of Education, though districts may permit qualified candidates to serve while in the process of obtaining or renewing it.
- Leadership Skills: Requires strong organizational and diplomatic skills to manage large teams, handle crises, and maintain positive public relations.
- Operational Knowledge: Thorough understanding of public school operations, procurement, and district-level resource allocation.
Internal applicants should send a cover letter of interest to Mary Meadows via email. External applicants apply via Applitrack.
Passing a background check and pre-employment drug screening is a requirement of this job.
Position Type: Full-time Job Categories: Administration > Business/Finance Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager
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Ohio Department of Education