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Business Administrator

SAU 39
Amherst, NH Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2026
Position Overview

  • To advise the Boards, Superintendent, Budget Committees, and other Administrators in non-educational operations of the Districts and SAU, maintaining transparency, integrity and compliance with laws and regulations.
  • To oversee budget, finance, insurance, and other operations as assigned by the Superintendent for the Districts and the SAU.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Coordinates and completes the budget/ballot process with the Boards, school district and SAU administrators, budget committees, school district clerks and school district moderators.
  • Completes all filings, postings and reports required by the Department of Education and the Department of Revenue in compliance with the law and on a timely basis.
  • Participates directly and/or advises in the collective bargaining process.
  • Oversees the budgeting and finance functions of the Districts and the SAU.
  • Works closely with the Director of Human Resources to coordinate employee information, pay, benefits, timekeeping, leave, CBA requirements, etc.
  • Oversees other operational departments as assigned by the Superintendent.
  • Develops and implements processes to mitigate or reduce risk to the Boards and the SAU. Performs quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
  • Interacts professionally with other employees, students, parents, taxpayers, voters, budget committee members, town and school district officials and suppliers/contractors/vendors.
  • Works effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
  • Works independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Position Reports To

Superintendent

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • The Director of Budget, the Director of Food Service and staff in the payroll and finance department report to the Business Administrator.
  • The Business Administrator is also responsible for overseeing the contracted Transportation Services.
  • The Business Administrator is responsible for hiring supervising and conducting annual performance reviews.
  • The Business Administrator shall ensure that SAU #39 Directors obtain and maintain any required certifications and training.

Required

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
  • NH Business Administrator Certification (0038) or Statement of Eligibility
  • Minimum of 3 years of management, budget preparation, accounting and collective bargaining experience.
  • Knowledge of Google Suite and MS Office software.
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations as they relate to public school facilities.

Preferred

  • Masters Degree
  • Knowledge of Infinite Visions software

Special Position Requirements

  • Reliable transportation required for travel between school buildings. Minimal travel required for professional development opportunities. Frequent evening and/or weekend meetings.
  • Deals with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment. Responsibilities performed with minimal supervision.

Position Type: Full-time, year-round,

Rich benefits package, including 403(b) match.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Amherst School District, Mont Vernon School District, Souhegan Cooperative School District and SAU 39 does not discriminate in its education programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, language, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetics or veteran, marital or citizenship status. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Equal Pay Act, the Genetics Information Nondiscrimination Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and RSA354-A.

Please Note

  • The School Districts of SAU 39 (Amherst, Mont Vernon and Souhegan Cooperative School Districts) only accept applications for currently posted positions.
  • All applicants for certified, professional and administrator level positions must submit original transcripts and a copy of certification or statement of eligibility.
  • All applicants must submit three letters of recommendation.
  • Interviews will be scheduled with selected candidates on the basis of education, experience and available openings.
  • Only those applicants who have been interviewed will be notified of the hiring decision.
  • Any offer of employment is contingent on a pre-employment physical according to RSA 200:36 and criminal background check with the cost paid by employee in accordance with RSA189:13-a.5.

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