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Assistant Director of Finance

Poway Unified School District
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/5/2026

Assistant Director of Finance at Poway Unified School District

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Application Deadline

8/5/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted
7/6/2026
Contact
Deborah Batchie
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
123115.20 - 149198.40 Annually
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Finance, assists the Director in managing and directing the operations of the Finance Department.

Requirements / Qualifications

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED: - Pass the District’s applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score - After an offer of employment, obtain: - Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance - Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years) Under Federal Law, employers are required to verify that all new employees are eligible for employment in the United States. Prior to appointment to a position, you must present acceptable proof of your identity and authorization to work in the United States. The duration of the eligibility list is one (1) year unless the list is exhausted or extended by the Personnel Commission. * INITIAL SALARY PLACEMENT FOR CLASSIFIED MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES: Placement of newly appointed management personnel shall typically be Step 1 of the salary range designated for appropriate class. However, the Superintendent (or designee) may authorize a higher step placement up to step six of the appropriate salary range for an especially well-qualified individual or in a job class for which qualified candidates are found to be in short supply.

To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following documents: - Online employment application - Please complete the online application to include all current and previous work history and education. (Note: resume may not substituted for completing work history, education sections, or the supplemental questions of the employment application). - Supplemental questions - The supplemental questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process. - Proof of education - Education, training, or certifications will only be considered if acceptable documentation is attached - Photocopy of college transcripts showing a Bachelor's degree, or higher, from an accredited university and/or college with major coursework in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field of study - Photocopy of Licenses and/or Certifications - Foreign Equivalency Certification Individuals who have completed high school or college-level coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must provide a Foreign Equivalency Certification to satisfy the education requirement. A Foreign Equivalency Certification can be obtained for a fee from a professional organization. Note: If you are a veteran and will be requesting preference points, please upload a copy of your DD214. All offers are contingent upon successful background clearance, which may include credit check.

Requirements / Qualifications

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED: - Pass the District’s applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score - After an offer of employment, obtain: - Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance - Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years) Under Federal Law, employers are required to verify that all new employees are eligible for employment in the United States. Prior to appointment to a position, you must present acceptable proof of your identity and authorization to work in the United States. The duration of the eligibility list is one (1) year unless the list is exhausted or extended by the Personnel Commission. * INITIAL SALARY PLACEMENT FOR CLASSIFIED MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES: Placement of newly appointed management personnel shall typically be Step 1 of the salary range designated for appropriate class. However, the Superintendent (or designee) may authorize a higher step placement up to step six of the appropriate salary range for an especially well-qualified individual or in a job class for which qualified candidates are found to be in short supply.

To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following documents: - Online employment application - Please complete the online application to include all current and previous work history and education. (Note: resume may not substituted for completing work history, education sections, or the supplemental questions of the employment application). - Supplemental questions - The supplemental questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process. - Proof of education - Education, training, or certifications will only be considered if acceptable documentation is attached - Photocopy of college transcripts showing a Bachelor's degree, or higher, from an accredited university and/or college with major coursework in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field of study - Photocopy of Licenses and/or Certifications - Foreign Equivalency Certification Individuals who have completed high school or college-level coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must provide a Foreign Equivalency Certification to satisfy the education requirement. A Foreign Equivalency Certification can be obtained for a fee from a professional organization. Note: If you are a veteran and will be requesting preference points, please upload a copy of your DD214. All offers are contingent upon successful background clearance, which may include credit check.

Comments and Other Information

Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees including: Retirement – CalPERS Holidays – 16 paid holidays per year (based on 12 month employment contract) Vacation – 26 days per year Sick Leave – 12 paid sick days per year Medical and Prescription Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Travel Insurance Flexible Benefit Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness/Mental Health Benefit For further information regarding our benefits, please visit our website at: https://www.powayusd.com/apps/pages/benefits

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Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees including: Retirement – CalPERS Holidays – 16 paid holidays per year (based on 12 month employment contract) Vacation – 26 days per year Sick Leave – 12 paid sick days per year Medical and Prescription Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Travel Insurance Flexible Benefit Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness/Mental Health Benefit For further information regarding our benefits, please visit our website at: https://www.powayusd.com/apps/pages/benefits
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