Chief for Finance

Rhode Island Department of Education – Providence, Rhode Island Chief for Finance Job Details Job ID: 5815327 Application Deadline: Jul 12, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC) Posted: Jul 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description

DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY EDUCATION

NON-CLASSIFIED JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Responsible for the management of the fiscal functions of the Department, that includes the Office of Finance, as well as oversight responsibilities of all fiscal and resource management responsibilities across the Department; Assure coordination with other Department programs; and facilitate collaboration with other state agencies and foster partnerships with communities, organizations, and school districts. Serves as a member of the Commissioner’s senior leadership team. Leadership, Management and Collaboration The functions of leadership, management and collaboration are to be integrated to achieve both product and process objectives. Teamwork and mutually supportive methods are ascribed as successful outcomes and are necessary for providing high-quality service and achieving high standards of performance. Work must be conducted in ways that include and involve those who have a stake in the outcome and must ensure that issues related to equity and special needs are addressed in a comprehensive fashion. The context for this work must be strong advocacy for students and schools and a positive commitment to the role of the Department of Education as a central state level advocate. Must work in collaboration with other team members to support the objectives and measurable outcomes of the Department’s strategic plan. Supervision SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general direction of the Chief of Staff in cooperation with colleagues with considerable latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgment; work is reviewed upon completion of results obtained and on collaborative process used in achieving results. Incumbent is subject to an annual performance assessment. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Facilitates, directs, coordinates and assesses the work of Directors, professional, technical, and support staff. Work is reviewed in process, as necessary, and upon completion for achievement of desired results and on collaborative processes used in achieving results. Illustrative Examples of Work Performed and Essential Functions Coordinates and implements the work of most of the Department’s financial functions, including fiscal, budget, grants, purchasing, fiscal reporting, and audits. Assigns, monitors and reviews programs, contractual relationships, and collaborative ventures to achieve the Department’s mission. Oversees the agency-wide administration of federal stimulus grant programs. Produces periodic policy and planning documents concerning the work of departmental operations, addressing issues of current and future impact, and coordinating with other offices of the Department. Participates in the development and preparation of short-term and long-range plans and budgets based upon broad organization goals and objectives. Recommends their adoption to the Commissioner. Evaluates programs as to the effectiveness in achieving the Council on Elementary and Secondary Education mission and efficiency in meeting objectives and revising programs and policies to enhance effectiveness and efficiency. Coordinates and oversees budget and grant proposals to obtain state, federal and foundation funding for education programs and to align with Council priorities. Directs the development and installation of procedures and controls, to promote communication and adequate information flow, and thereby solidify management control and direction of the enterprise. Coordinates program and policy development and implementation with other state agencies and private organizations. Works with the political structure to achieve the Council mission, including testimony before the legislative and policy bodies. Develops and maintains appropriate advisory groups for programs within the department. Performs related work as assigned. Required Qualifications Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of applicable Federal, State laws, regulations, and policies. Knowledge of the principles and practices of policy development, strategic planning, budget development and communication with a focus on education and education support systems and services. Knowledge of the legislative and regulatory process for purposes of policy and budget formation and implementation, including systemic reform efforts. In-depth knowledge of government operations and inter-governmental relations on the federal, state and local levels, including methods for developing government collaborations with private and not-for-profit sectors. In-depth knowledge of budgeting and financial management expertise required, along with demonstrated administrative and supervisory experience. Skilled in leading multi-faceted projects across disciplines and offices, simultaneously. Skilled in managing budgets and strategic planning efforts. Skilled in communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing. Skilled in communicating and interpersonal exchanges as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. Demonstrated ability to coordinate, facilitate and assess the work of staff. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex studies, analyses, evaluation and solve complex problems. Position Type: Full-time Job Categories: Administration > Business/Finance Job Requirements EDUCATION: Master’s degree in Finance, Public Administration, Accounting, Business, Administration, Education, or related field. EXPERIENCE: Five years of management level experience in finance and program implementation. OR: Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above. Must have own transportation and be available evenings and occasionally on weekends. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with a disability. At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Dr. Anade Long, Chief, Office of Human Resources, Equity 255 Westminster Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education