Director of Finance And Operations (2026-2027 SY)

Personnel Vacancy

Wythe County Public Schools

Director of Finance and Operations (2026-2027 SY)

April 17, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To provide division-wide leadership in developing, implementing, and maintaining effective and efficient operational support programs and services to achieve school division goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Holds a graduate degree from an accredited college or university, a postgraduate professional license, and an endorsement in school administration.
2. Has at least five (5) years of successful experience in school administration and/or a supervisory position with at least three years as a Principal. Demonstrates the aptitude and ability to successfully perform the responsibilities of the job.
3. Demonstrates the professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with school personnel and the community.

REPORTS TO:   Superintendent of Schools

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Building and Grounds:

1. Prepares, implements, revises, and updates the preventive maintenance plan.
2. Upgrades the quality of workers through careful selection and training.
3. Improves the efficiency of heating and utility systems for all buildings.
4. Maintains a system for competitive review of each school.
5. Establishes objectives and strategies to manage all matters that deal with Building Maintenance, School Plant Services, and Custodial Services.
6. Assists in the development of plans for Capital Improvement Program renovations and alterations to buildings.
7. Assists in planning new construction.
8. Reviews and approves for payment, bills submitted by building contractors, testing labs, consulting engineers, surveying firms, and architectural firms.
9. Directs the review of a Comprehensive Safety Program.
10. Enforces compliance with occupational health and safety codes and standards.
11. Established objectives and strategies to manage all matters that deal with Community Use of School Facilities.

B. Business Management

1. Improves efficiency through staff training.
2. Works with cafeteria personnel to improve the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of cafeteria operations.

1. Researches insurance plans and makes recommendations.
2. Prepares and submits to the Superintendent of Schools estimates and analysis of revenues anticipated from federal, state, and local sources.
3. Evaluates financial systems.
4. Studies proposed state and federal legislation and maintains an understanding of laws and regulations pertaining to the business and financial affairs of the school division.
5. Develops, implements, and administers an efficient purchasing program.
6. Inducts and evaluates selective licensed and classified personnel for effective performance and growth.
7. Evaluate and/or assist in the evaluation of administrators, supervisors, principals, and classified employees as necessary.

C. Transportation:

1. Works with the Transportation Director to maintain a plan for upgrading the bus fleet and the vehicle pool.
2. Plans and executes an annual auction of surplus vehicles, equipment, and materials.
3. Works with the Transportation Director to project the needed vehicles, equipment, and materials annually.
4. Maintains a safety training program for students.

D. Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

            Twelve-month contract. Salary to be established by the school board.

EVALUATION:

Performance on this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the school board policy and administrative regulations for the evaluation

Performance Responsibilities:  Duties typical of the job title above.

Current qualified employees of Wythe County Public Schools may submit a letter of interest. 

All other interested and qualified applicants may submit an application for employment and supporting documents for employment to:

Director of Personnel & Human Resources

Wythe County Public Schools

1570 W Reservoir St, Wytheville, VA 24382

Phone: 276-228-5411, Fax: 276-228-9192

Website: https://wythe.k12.va.us/home

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Wythe County School Board is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law, political affiliation, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This commitment prevails in all of its policies and practices concerning staff, students, educational programs and services, and individuals and entities with whom the Board does business.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Personnel and Human Resources or School Social Worker: 1570 W. Reservoir Wytheville, VA 24382, 276-228-5411. 

You may also contact these individuals at: 

https://wythe.k12.va.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=433983&pageId=2352681  

For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit    https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html  for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481