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Director of Finance & Operations

Position Type:
Administration

  • Date Posted:
    2/2/2021

  • Location:
    Central Office

  • Date Available:
    07/01/2021

  • Closing Date:
    Open Until Filled


  • Director of Finance & Operations: Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Schools and in harmony with the policies, rules, and regulations of the Board of Education, the Director of Finance and Operations has general charge of planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing the business and plant operations and services of the school system. The Director of Finance and Operations performs as financial and business assistant to the Superintendent of Schools. In this capacity, he/she assumes responsibility for the administrative direction, review, and coordination of services and functions, including, but not limited to, budget compilation and operation and maintenance of plant and facilities, food service programs, and pupil transportation systems. The person who serves in this capacity develops and recommends programs, systems, and performance objectives for each major operating function and provides assistance as needed to resolve problems which arise as each function strives to attain its immediate and long-range objectives. To support students in improving literacy achievement.

    Certification & Qualifications:
    • Three to five years' experience in managing school business and plant operations and services or equivalent desired.
    • Four-year degree in Business, Accounting or Finance or equivalent required.
    • Master's in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting preferred.
    • Certified Public Accountant credentials desired.
    • Must hold or be eligible to hold a State of Connecticut Educator certificate with School Business Administrator (085) endorsement.
    • Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and within time constraints.
    • Proven ability to oversee staff and build consensus among peer professionals.
    • Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and organizations skills.
    • Demonstrated ability to evaluate staff in accordance with Board policies and practices.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and administration.
    • Demonstrated knowledge in the use of PC software applications, i.e., Windows, Excel, Access and Word.


    Salary & Terms of Employment: 12-month position, non-bargaining. Salary commensurate with experience and education level.

    The Torrington Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, national/ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation or disability in its programs, activities, and employment practices, as set forth in compliance with the Office for Civil Rights, Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504. Any person having inquiries concerning Torrington Public Schools' compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX should contact Kimberly Schulte, Director of Human Resources, at Torrington Public Schools, 355 Migeon Avenue, Torrington, Connecticut, or 860 489-2327, ext. 1636

    For more information on this position, please read the full description document.

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