Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations – Nauset Public Schools Nauset Public Schools

The
Assistant Superintendent for Finance & Operations
, serves as the District’s chief business and operations officer. Reporting to the Superintendent of Schools, this position provides strategic leadership and oversight of all financial, operational, and support services to ensure the effective, efficient, and compliant operation of the District. The Director works closely with School Committees, town officials, administrators, and department leaders to align resources with instructional and organizational priorities.

• Serve as a key advisor to the Superintendent, School Committee, and subcommittees on budgetary matters, capital planning, construction projects, and district operations.
• Prepare and manage the District’s annual operating and capital budgets, including detailed analyses of historical expenditures and future financial needs.
• Develop multi-year financial projections, staffing analyses, enrollment forecasts, capital plans, and long-range maintenance and repair plans for district facilities and grounds.
• Maintain comprehensive financial controls over all revenues and expenditures, including grants, revolving funds, capital accounts, and student activity accounts.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and special financial reports for the School Committee and other stakeholders.

• Provide leadership and ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing district business operations.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the business office, including accounting, purchasing, payroll, accounts payable, billing, transportation, buildings and grounds, and food and nutrition services.
• Supervise the Food and Nutrition Services Director to ensure high-quality programming delivered in a cost-effective manner.
• Assist principals and administrators with financial, operational, and facilities-related matters.

• Develop and oversee efficient student transportation systems, including bid specifications, routing, ridership analysis, and family communication.
• Develop and implement systems for inventory control and fixed asset management across all schools and district offices.
• Establish guidelines for community use of district facilities and grounds and support principals in managing building use and associated revenues.
• Develop and negotiate service contracts for transportation, facilities, copiers, food services, and other operational needs.

• Develop district-wide business procedures, internal controls, and cost-containment strategies to ensure effective use of resources.
• Create and maintain electronic systems for financial and human resources data management.
• Collaborate closely with the Directors of Technology, Human Resources, and Student Services to support efficient and integrated district operations.
• Provide management support during collective bargaining and participate in or lead negotiations as assigned by the Superintendent.

• Oversee insurance, pension, and 403(b) programs and ensure compliance with changing state and federal regulations.
• Act as the District’s procurement officer and coordinate bid processes and warrant articles in collaboration with town officials.
• Maintain strong working relationships with town managers, treasurers, accountants, and other municipal officials in member communities.
• Oversee preparation and submission of DESE end-of-year reports, grant financial reports, MSBA documentation, audits, and other required state, federal, and local reports.
• Prepare financial and operational documents for public presentation, including School Committee meetings, town boards, and Town Meeting, and ensure timely posting on the District website.

• Serve on district and municipal committees as directed by the Superintendent.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the District.

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting or Finance
• A minimum of four (4) years of successful employment in one of the above fields, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory role at a managerial level
• Certified (or certifiable) by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a Director or Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent and School Business Administrator
• At least3year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• Availability: July 1, 2026 or by mutual agreement

Closing date: Thursday, March 12, 2026.

Salary Range: $ – $175,000 based upon experience.