Business Manager

Job Details

• Position Type:
  Confidential Program Directors/ Director of Operations
• Date Posted: 2/9/2026
• Location:
  
  Dayton School District - District Office
• Date Available:
  
  03/02/2026
• Position Title:
  
  Business Manager
• District:
  Dayton School District
• Reports To:
  
  Superintendent
• Classification:
  Confidential
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Work Year: 260 Days
• Salary Range (Confidential – Appendix A, 2025–2026):
  Same as Director of Operations (Per Confidential Statement of Understanding, Appendix
  
  A)
• Benefits and Leave (Confidential Summary): OEBB medical, dental, and vision insurance (District contribution per plan year)
• PERS:
  District pays employee contribution as outlined in Confidential Statement of Understanding
• Vacation, sick leave, personal leave, paid holidays, and other benefits per Confidential Statement of Understanding
• Cell phone allowance per district practice, if applicable

The Business Manager, under the general supervision of the Superintendent, is responsible for the overall financial management, budgeting, accounting, and fiscal compliance of the Dayton School District. This position provides leadership and oversight of district business operations to ensure the effective, efficient, and transparent use of district resources in support of student learning.

The Business Manager serves as the district's primary fiscal advisor to the Superintendent and School Board and is designated Confidential due to regular access to sensitive financial, personnel, labor relations, and district-level information.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field required
• Significant experience in school district or public‑sector financial management preferred
• Knowledge of Oregon school finance, budgeting, and accounting practices (PBAM, fund accounting)
• Knowledge of state and federal reporting requirements, grants management, and audit processes
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, manage complex systems, and maintain confidentiality

• Fiscal Management and Accounting
• Oversees all district financial operations, including accounting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll coordination, cash management, and financial reporting
• Ensures compliance with the Oregon Program Budgeting and Accounting Manual (PBAM) and applicable laws and regulations
• Maintains accurate financial records and internal controls to safeguard district assets
• Coordinates monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting