An influential role for a financial and business operations leader.

With a yearly budget of approximately $260 million, our large, urban and multicultural school district provides programs to approximately 25,000 students, including Kindergarten to Grade 12 and adult learners. Serving our diverse district in 50 facility sites, our programs and services are designed to address both complex challenges and extraordinary opportunities.

As Secretary-Treasurer, you will be a trusted and valued member of the senior management team, working alongside the Superintendent and as the Chief Operating and Financial Officer of the Board. You will oversee all aspects of the district’s financial matters, including finance, payroll, procurement and reporting, and will ensure the district is in compliance with all accounting and administrative procedures specified by legislation and local policies.

You will also have overall accountability for the facilities, operations and maintenance depart-ments, information and technology services, and you will oversee all legal and general business activities of the district. You will provide guidance and support for board operations and governance and be responsible for the corporate records of board proceedings.

Your background and qualifications are impressive. You hold a recognized business-related degree (CPA preferred) with extensive experience in financial management, preferably in the public sector, specifically in developing and managing complex budgets. With a portfolio of broad experiences in large, complex and unionized organizations, you have had success in providing visionary leadership, building strong relationships and working within complex public sector organizations. You will also have a strong knowledge of governance issues and successful experience working with elected boards in the public sector.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills will support you in your many dealings with partner groups, the Ministry of Education and other organizations. Your professional achievements reflect a demonstrated commitment to innovation, excellent problem-solving skills and a familiarity with technological infrastructure. You will support the district’s core work of supporting 21st century teaching and learning within the context of a large, urban school district.