TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33621 Linwood Avenue Tumwater, Washington 98512
360-709-7020

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

District Office

CONTINUING
8 hours per day2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR

RATE OF PAY: $174,265 - $192,838 (23-24 Pay Range)
Benefit Information

This position will remain open until filled. Tumwater School District reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening after 4 PM on Friday, May 10, 2024. It is the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

ATTACHMENTS:

• Current resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Reference Forms/or Letters
• Transcripts indicating degree(s)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or equivalent degree
• Successful experience in similar financial management/leadership position in a public school district
• Experience providing administrative oversight to non-instructional operations (transportation, food services, etc.)
• Knowledge and experience using SKYWARD finance/human resources management software or equivalent system
• History of clean fiscal audits in prior related positions/school districts.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders
• Proficiency in supervising and evaluating assigned staff effectively
• Demonstrated ability to actively listen, interpret and understand stakeholder inquiries and provide timely professional responses
• Demonstrated commitment to modeling and expecting high quality customer service from all assigned staff
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Demonstrated ability to proactively lead financial services operations consistent with School Board and Superintendent priorities
• Demonstrated ability to prepare, present and communicate complex financial information to a variety of stakeholder groups, including community service organizations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide leadership and oversight to all components of District financial resources and assigned operations in support of the district’s educational mission and strategic plan
• Prepare annual financial statements and submit/present monthly financial report to Superintendent and School Board
• Develop and administer levies and bonds and associated financial functions as directed by superintendent
• Provide financial reports and analysis to support decision-making and accountability to the public
• Align resources with district goals and priorities through budget development and management

REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated ability to lead, organize, coordinate and implement programs
• Develop an positive supportive working relationships with all staff and stakeholders relationship
• Effectively plan, prioritize and manage multiple complex projects/responsibilities
• Demonstrated ability to use positive interpersonal skills in assisting staff with program implementation, performance of support functions, customer service, problem-solving, and professional conflict-resolution
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise and evaluate staff
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal programs and requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public presentations

PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR COMPLETE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Tumwater School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Shawn Batstone, 360-709-7030, shawn.batstone@tumwater.k12.wa.us , Title IX Coordinator: Wendy Bromley, 360-709-7020, wendy.bromley@tumwater.k12.wa.us and Section 504 Coordinator: Chris Burgmeier, 360-709-7040, Chris.Burgmeier@tumwater.k12.wa.us Address: 621 Linwood Avenue SW, Tumwater, WA 98512