Business 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