📌 Job Posting: Certified School Business Official (CSBO)
📍 Location: Grass Lake Elementary School District #36, Antioch, IL
🗓️ Position Type: Part-Time, (0.4 FTE) 12-Month Administrator
💼 Reports to: Superintendent

🏫 About Grass Lake School District #36

Grass Lake Elementary School District #36 is a single-school PreK–8 district located in Antioch, Illinois. Our mission is to foster academic excellence and lifelong learning in a supportive and inclusive environment. We are seeking a visionary, detail-oriented leader to serve as our Certified School Business Official (CSBO) and help shape the financial health of our district.

📋 Position Overview

The Certified School Business Official (CSBO) oversees all business and financial operations of the district, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This includes budget development, financial reporting, purchasing, payroll, insurance, and long-range financial planning.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

Develop, manage, and monitor the annual budget in alignment with district priorities.
Oversee financial operations including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and grant compliance.
Prepare and present timely financial reports to the Board of Education.
Completes title grant applications and related ISBE reporting.
Ensure compliance with ISBE reporting, including the Annual Financial Report (AFR) and Statement of Affairs.
Administer employee benefits and risk management programs (property/casualty and health).
Manage cash flow, investments, and district banking relationships.
Oversee procurement, bids, and vendor contracts in accordance with Illinois School Code.
Support facility planning and capital project financing.
Advise Superintendent and Board on fiscal policy, financial strategy, and legal compliance.

✅ Qualifications

Required: Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with CSBO endorsement.
Preferred: Master’s degree in business, accounting, school finance, or related field.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in school business operations or public finance.
Strong working knowledge of fund accounting, Illinois school law, and ISBE regulations.
Proficiency in financial software (e.g., Skyward, PowerSchool, or equivalent).
Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.

💰 Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
Comprehensive benefits package aligned with district policies.
12-month administrative contract

🌱 Join our team and help support the future of education at Grass Lake!
Grass Lake SD #36 is an equal opportunity employer.