School Business Administrator / Board Secretary

Educational Services Commission of New JerseyPiscataway, NJ
Onsite

About The Position

The School Business Administrator/Board Secretary is responsible for directing the overall business management of the Commission and the Cooperative Purchasing Program, as well as the maintenance of the entire physical plant. The chief objectives of the business division are to promote, develop, and support the educational program, and the cooperative purchasing program of the Commission in accordance with state statutes, Board of Directors' policies, and administrative directives of the Superintendent. The School Business Administrator/Board Secretary reports to the Superintendent.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years' experience as a successful School Business Administrator
  • Possess a NJ School Business Administrator Certificate.
  • Accounting background with business and public school administration experience.
  • Knowledge of school law and financial planning.
  • Working knowledge of Governmental (GAAP) Accounting principles.
  • Knowledge of Cooperative Purchasing Programs.

Nice To Haves

  • Possession of Qualified Purchasing Agent (QPA) Certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Manage all areas of the Cooperative Purchasing Program, including: Requests for Proposal. Bid preparation, review and awards. Documentation of all policy and protocol required in the legal and proper function of a cooperative purchasing program.
  • Hire qualified staff for purchasing, bid-preparation, accounts-receivable and payable for the proper and smooth function of the cooperative.
  • Perform such other functions as may be required by the Superintendent or the Board.
  • Assist in supervising the business functions of the Transportation Department.
  • Assist in supervising the business functions of the Operations and Maintenance of the physical plant.
  • Assist in supervising the business functions of the School Food Service program.
  • Maintain inventory controls on all equipment and supplies.
  • Provide input into the evaluation process of: Building and Grounds, Transportation, Food Service Operations, Treasurer of School Monies.

Benefits

  • Medical, Prescription, and Dental Benefits
  • Pension system enrollment varies by position and certification.
  • Vacation, Sick, Personal and Bereavement Days annually.
  • Annual car allowance
  • Disability insurance
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