Assistant Superintendent For Business / Csbo

Assistant Superintendent for Business / CSBO JobID: 2303
Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Superintendent for Business
Date Posted: 10/30/2026
Location: District 207
Closing Date: 12/01/2026
The Assistant Superintendent for Business serves as the District's Chief School Business Official (CSBO) and provides strategic leadership for all financial, operational, and business functions of Maine Township High School District 207. The CSBO is responsible and accountable for planning, directing, and supervising the District's business office operations, including budgeting, accounting and financial reporting, treasury and debt management, purchasing, risk management and insurance, employee benefits administration, facilities and construction planning, transportation, food service, technology infrastructure and other auxiliary business services. The CSBO identifies, assesses, and manages the fiscal needs and risks of the District;
directs the preparationof the annual budget, long-range financial forecasts, and the District's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report;
and ensures compliance with the Illinois School Code, Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, and other applicable state and federal regulations. The ASB serves as an integral member of the Superintendent's Cabinet and senior leadership team, acting as the District's principal advisor on financial strategy, capital planning, and operational risk, and serves as the primary staff liaison to the Board of Education's Finance and Buildings & Grounds Committees.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree in business administration, finance, accounting, educational administration, or a related field required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or Illinois Association of School Business Officials (IASBO) Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations (SFO) designation preferred
Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in school business management, public sector finance, or a comparable senior fiscal leadership role, with K-12 education experience preferred
Demonstrated experience in budget development and management, long-range financial forecasting, debt issuance, and capital project planning for an organization of comparable size and complexity
Managerial experience including team leadership, staff evaluation, collective bargaining support, contract administration, and assessment of operational effectiveness
Extensive knowledge of Illinois school finance and business operations, with preferred experience in the following systems and areas:Financial Systems: Skyward, or comparable long-range financial planning tools
School Finance: Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) reporting, the Illinois School Code, GASB pronouncements, Public Act requirements, tax levy and Truth-in-Taxation procedures, and Property Tax Extension Limitation Law (PTELL)
Risk & Benefits: property/casualty and workers' compensation insurance, self-insurance and risk pools, health and welfare benefit plan administration
Facilities & Operations: capital improvement planning, life-safety and referendum planning, energy management, and construction/bond project oversight
Excellent human relations, negotiation, and management skills, with strong oral, written, and Board presentation communication skills
Thorough knowledge of business operations, and the ability to align financial resources with the District's educational mission
Ability to conceptualize, launch, and manage multiple concurrent capital and financial projects in support of the District's strategic goals
Proven ability to manage multi-million dollar operating and capital budgets, guide purchasing decisions, evaluate return on investment, and foster strong relationships with auditors, rating agencies, and vendors
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESVisionary Leadership & Strategic Planning
Provides District-wide vision and leadership for the development and implementation of financial and operational strategies that support the District's strategic goals
Actively participates as a member of the Superintendent's Cabinet to shape how business and financial decisions support the District's strategic and operational priorities
Serves as the primary staff liaison to the Board of Education's Finance Committee and presents financial reports, forecasts, and recommendations to the full Board
Serves as the primary staff liaison to the Board of Education's Buildings & Grounds Committee. Develops and maintains a long-range financial and capital plan with specific goals, objectives, and action plans aligned to instruction, facilities, transportation, technology, and staffing
Collaborates with other Cabinet members to identify operational needs and vendor identification, contract negotiation, and project implementation
Budgeting & Financial Management
Directs the development, presentation, and administration of the District's annual operating and capital budgets
Oversees all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, grants management, and fixed asset accounting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GASB standards
Prepares and presents the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (ACFR CAFR), tax levy, Truth-in-Taxation notices, and other statutorily required financial filings to ISBE and the Board of Education
Coordinates the annual independent audit and serves as the District's primary contact with external auditors, bond counsel, and financial advisors
Develops long-range financial forecasts and cash-flow projections to inform Board decision-making and support the District's long-term fiscal sustainability
Directs the investment of District funds in accordance with the Board-approved investment policy and Illinois Public Funds Investment Act
Oversees debt issuance and management, including working capital and life-safety bonds, and maintains relationships with rating agencies and underwriters
Facilities, Operations & Capital Planning
Directs long-range facilities and capital improvement planning, including life-safety surveys, deferred maintenance planning, and referendum/bond project development
Oversees construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects, including architect and contractor selection, project budgeting, and progress monitoring
Ensures the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of District facilities, custodial and maintenance services, and grounds
Oversees the District's transportation program, including contracted services, routing efficiency, and compliance with state transportation reimbursement requirements
Oversees the District's food service program, including compliance with federal and state nutrition program requirements and financial sustainability of food service operations
Risk Management, Insurance & Employee Benefits
Develops and oversees the District's risk management program, including property/casualty insurance, workers' compensation, and liability coverage
Directs the administration of employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefit plans, including plan design, vendor selection, and renewal negotiations
Conducts periodic risk assessments and works with insurance carriers, brokers, and risk pools to identify and mitigate financial and operational risk
Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state requirements, including COBRA, ACA, and other benefits-related regulations
Oversees the District's workers' compensation and safety programs in coordination with Human Resources and building administration
Directs the District's purchasing function, ensuring compliance with the Illinois School Code, competitive bidding requirements, and Board purchasing policy
Directs, manages, and negotiates contracts with vendors and business partners to ensure cost-effective, high-quality services
Identifies alternative funding sources, including grants, cooperative purchasing agreements, and joint purchasing consortiums
Communicates budgetary forecasts, purchasing needs, and contract recommendations to the District's leadership team and Board of Education as appropriate
Team Building & Staffing
Supervises business office, facilities, and food service staff, including determining workload and assignments.
Mentors and empowers staff to assume leadership roles;
sets clear objectives and measures and monitors progress and results
Fosters a culture of accuracy, transparency, accountability, and customer service within the Business Office
Supports the Superintendent and Board of Education in collective bargaining by providing financial analysis, cost modeling, and settlement-cost projections
Data & Reporting
Develops, designs, and maintains dashboards, reports, and visualizations to support district-level decision-making in areas such as staffing costs and long-range financial planning
Creates and manages financial models that integrate multiple data sources, including student enrollment, staffing, facilities, and capital planning data
Manages systems and tools for gathering, integrating, and reporting financial and operational data to support an information-driven decision-making culture
Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent
This is a 12-month position with an annual base salary range of $215,000 - $235,000 (this amount does not include Board-paid TRS), based on qualifications, training, and experience. The fringe benefits package is comprehensive and highly competitive with those offered by high school districts in the suburban area.
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