What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance & Operations position at Nauset Regional School District?
POSITION: Director of Finance & Operations
Provide leadership in finance, capital projects, transportation and food services.
REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools
DISTRICT: Students: 2,007, Schools: 2 secondary, 5 elementary, 1 preschool
The Nauset Public School District is located on lower Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Students from the towns of Brewster, Orleans, Eastham, and Wellfleet attend, with additional students joining Nauset Regional through school choice or local agreement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Supports the Superintendent of Schools, School Committees and their respective subcommittees with understanding budgetary requests, construction projects or other school related operational matters.
- Provide leadership and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations of all aspects of the District’s business operations as well as the operations for buildings and grounds, transportation, and food & nutrition services
3. Prepare the annual school operating and capital budgets and provide detailed analysis of past expenditures and future financial resource needs
4. Prepare, analyze needs, and develop implementation plans for short and long-range projects including: multi-year financial projections, staffing trends & requirements, student enrollments, equipment purchases, and capital plans as well as ongoing repair and maintenance of facilities and grounds across the District
5. Develop plans including bid specifications, routes, ridership studies, and parent relations for the efficient implementation of the bus transportation system in all schools
6. Supervise the Food & Nutrition Services Director so that the program meets or exceeds the goal of providing the highest quality food at the least cost
7. Assist the Principals and Administrators in matters related to budget, finance, operations, and buildings and grounds
8. Maintain financial controls for expenditures and revenues, including appropriation accounts, grants, capital funds revolving accounts and student activity accounts
9. Prepare monthly/quarterly financial reports or other special reports for the School Committee
10. Supervise day-to-day operations in all areas of the business office including: accounting, purchasing, accounts payable, billing, payroll, student transportation, buildings & grounds, and food and nutrition services
11. Create working relationships and collaborate frequently with the Director of Technology, the Director of Human Resources, and the Director of Student Services for the efficient business operation of those departments
12. Develop system-wide business procedures and policies, including staff professional development and cross training, that ensures the efficient and effective use of all resources
13. Develop and maintain electronic systems for the management of financial and human resources data
14. Develop guidelines to protect district resources, assist administrators in controlling expenditures, and initiate cost saving measures throughout the District
15. Develop and implement systems for inventory control of fixed assets in all schools and central office
16. Develop and negotiate service contracts including those for copiers, buildings and grounds, transportation, and food & nutrition services
17. Develop guidelines for community use of facilities and grounds and assist Principals in managing this process and accounting for building use revenue
18. Oversee the schools’ insurance, pension, and 403b programs and be responsive to changes in State and federal regulations
19. Act as the District’s procurement officer and work with Town officials on preparation of bids and warrant articles as needed
20. Maintain close working relationships with the Town Manager, Treasurer, Accountant, and other town officials in each of Nauset’s member towns
21. Provide management support during employee contract negotiations and participate or lead negotiations as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools
22. Oversee preparation of DESE End-of -Year reports, grant final financial reports, Mass. School Building Authority matters, State and local audits, and other required local, state and federal reports
23. Prepare finance and operations documents for the public including postings to the District’s web site and presentations to School Committee, Selectmen, Finance Committee and Town Meeting as needed
24. Participate on various town and school committees as directed by the Superintendent
25. Perform other duties as required by the Superintendent
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related discipline required; Master’s Degree preferred
Minimum of five years of successful financial management and supervisory experience, preferably in a municipal or school organization
Mass. Department of Elementary and Secondary Certification or ability to be certified as School Business Administrator
Superior organizational and analytical skills
Extensive working experience with computerized financial and payroll systems
Working knowledge of school or town financial systems is a plus
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
AVAILABILITY: July 1, 2026 or sooner.
SALARY: $150,000.00 - $175,000.00
APPLICATION: Apply online
DEADLINE: Open until filled
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000