Business Manager

Detroit Lakes Public Schools (ISD#22) is seeking a Business Manager to join our progressive and growing school district starting July 1, 2021.

The Business Manager serves as the chief financial officer overseeing accounting, budget processes, purchasing and fiscal reporting. Duties also include providing leadership and oversight to transportation, food service, building operations and maintenance. Serves as a member of the senior administrative team in addressing issues, programs and concerns of the district; updates and provides reports to the Finance, Facilities and Transportation committees of the board concerning related projects and activities.
 
Minimum Education Requirements:  

* Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Business Management, or related field

Experience:

 * 3-5 years’ experience in accounting or finance
 * Increasing levels of administrative responsibility in the area of Accounting or Finance 
* Current or Prior experience as a School District Business Manager a plus!

Special Knowledge, Skills, Certifications, Licensure Required/Preferred:

 * Knowledge of supervisory and management theory, principles and fundamentals.
* Knowledge of district administrative policies, procedures and standards
* Knowledge of UFARS accounting principles
* Knowledge of investment, budget, accounting and purchasing functions
* Understanding of collective bargaining process and pertinent laws, rules and regulations.
* Ability to use discretion and exercise sound judgment
* Knowledge of applicable state or federal statutes.
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Detroit Lakes, MN is located in the heart of lakes country in West-Central Minnesota.  Amid sparkling lakes, a mile-long sandy beach, inviting neighboring forests, wetland sanctuaries, numerous golf courses, snowmobile and bike trails and a downhill ski/bicycling recreational area, it doesn't take much of an imagination to come up with 4-seasons of recreational activities. Log on to www.visitdetroitlakes.com for more information about our growing and progressive community -- with a population of 8,000+, our community swells to over 20,000+ in population during the summer months when we welcome our summer residents back to their lake cabins. Located just 50 miles east of Fargo, North Dakota, we are close to the tri-college university system, ample shopping, an international airport and more.

The 2020-21 (K-12) student enrollment in Detroit Lakes has approximately 2,700+ students with 500 employees dedicated to educating and supporting our youth; preparing them for their lifetime of learning and success. Log on to www.dlschools.net to learn more about our progressive school district.

Open until filled

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There is a computer available during office hours (Mon–Fri 8:00 am–5:00 pm) at the School Administration Center (702 Lake Avenue) which applicants may use for applying for positions via the on-line system.