ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING

Date of Posting: Reposted April 17, 2025

TITLE OF POSITION: Director of Finance

STARTING DATE: 2024-25 School Year

CLOSING DATE: Until filled

Otsego Public Schools’ staff is the heart of the district, and we are looking for a Director of Finance to plan, organize, and direct a comprehensive finance and business office operation, in compliance with all relevant district, local, state and federal standards and statutes.

Primary tasks (non-exhaustive list):

Prepares and coordinates budget preparation for all funds and grants.
Maintains a system of procuring outside services, supplies, repairs and outlays, and authorizes the purchase of supplies and equipment.
Manages the food service program.
Maintains proper general ledger entries.
Prepares financial reports for various agencies.
Works closely and cooperatively with independent auditors. Notifies the Auditor of the State of the independent auditors contracted and supplies copies of the audit to the State Auditor and Department of Education, and have the audit report available for the public.

Requirements and Experience (non-exhaustive list):

Three to five years related professional experience in a financial management position.
Ability to maintain financial records and fiscal accountability
Ability to communicate effectively with the Board of Education, staff and community in all written and oral communications.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Please see attached job description for more information

Application materials can be emailed to: jcommissaris@otsegops.org or mailed to:

Jamielynne Commissaris

Otsego Public Schools

400 Sherwood St

Otsego, MI 49078

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This method of posting jobs meets the requirements of our union groups to notify employees of vacancies. Positions may not be open to the public due to internal candidates and the bidding process.

Statement of Assurance:

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation or transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.