Chief Financial Officer

CLOSING DATE: Until filled 

PROCESS: Application screening to take place the week of March 25, 2024.  Interviews expected to be held as early as March 28, 2024.
DESIRED START DATE: July 1, 2024

Candidates are encouraged to also apply for the .12 CFO posted by the Jefferson County Education Service District, as potential exists for a single candidate to hold both positions.  That position can be found at https://jeffersonco.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx#aJobListings.

EMPLOYEE VALUE PROPOSITION:
Jefferson County School District is committed to seeing every student realize their full potential while receiving a top-tier education. Our small Central Oregon community is rich in culture and beauty, providing some of the greatest assets Oregon has to offer. You’ll find breathtaking views, an abundance of outdoor activities and plenty of unique and enriching community events. It’s the perfect place to make an impact on the world, one student at a time.

*Our Students Flourish *Our Staff Cares for Each Other *Our District Gets Better Everyday

JOB SUMMARY:
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) stewards the short and long term prudent fiscal operation of the school district. The CFO provides leadership, strategic vision and high level analysis of the district’s finances.  The CFO is responsible for results in terms of effectiveness in planning, policies, and programs, and for the achievement of District goals and objectives.

The CFO’s work is guided by and must comply with federal and state law, accounting principles, state auditor requirements, operational direction of the Superintendent, policy direction of the school board, and compliance with state and local regulatory agencies.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:  Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Business, Finance or related area. 
• Minimum of five to eight years of financial management and leadership experience.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid Driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability under the District’s vehicle insurance policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Masters or Doctorate degree, or equivalent with a combination of education and experience in business, financial management, accounting, or related field.
• Experience in public education, government or public accounting.
• Experience working with unions and Collective Bargaining Agreements.

COMPENSATION:

• 260 - day contract
• Family medical, dental and vision insurance
• Salary: $139,652.60-$148,133.08 (2024/25 TBD)
• Expense allotment $6,000 annually
• 25 vacation days, 3 personal days, 12 sick days per year.
• JCSD 509-J pays the employee's share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System Contribution

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Please apply at the following link: http://jeffersonco.tedk12.com/hire 

1. Complete online application
2. Cover letter (Required)
3. 3 Letters of Recommendation (Required)

*Employment contingent upon a successful outcome of Fingerprinting and Background check. (The $78.50 fee associated with criminal history record checks & fingerprinting, shall be the responsibility of the individual at the time of hire.)

Visit our website at: http://jcsd.k12.or.us/
Jefferson County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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