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Custodian I

Custodian I

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Position Summary:
The Custodian I performs semi-skilled work cleaning and maintaining school building interiors and exteriors as well as grounds and related work as apparent or assigned to ensure a safe and pleasant appearance of school district buildings and grounds.  Work is performed under the direction of Head Custodian and supervision of Manager of Building Operations.

Position Requirements:
High school diploma or GED (or ability to obtain a HS diploma or GED within 6 months of start date).

Other Skills & Abilities:
General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment; general knowledge of life safety procedures; general knowledge of maintenance and storage of hazardous materials; general knowledge of painting equipment and supplies; general knowledge of school board policies and procedures as they relate to terms of employment; general skill using cleaning and snow removal equipment; general skill operating standard office equipment; general skill in the use of cleaning and maintenance of tools and standard tools of the trade; ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; ability to take written direction and perform work duties with little or no supervision or guidance; ability to read cleaning supply labels and requirements for handling; ability to be thorough and maintain cleanliness of a building; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building staff, students, co-workers, tradesman, associates and general public.  Reliable and consistent attendance.

Hours/Schedule:
8 hours per day / 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM / 5 days per week / Sunday – Thursday

Custodian I

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The Custodian I performs semi-skilled work cleaning and maintaining school building interiors and exteriors as well as grounds and related work as apparent or assigned to ensure a safe and pleasant appearance of school district buildings and grounds.  Work is performed under the direction of Head Custodian and supervision of Manager of Building Operations.

Position Requirements:
High school diploma or GED (or ability to obtain a HS diploma or GED within 6 months of start date).

Other Skills & Abilities:
General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment; general knowledge of life safety procedures; general knowledge of maintenance and storage of hazardous materials; general knowledge of painting equipment and supplies; general knowledge of school board policies and procedures as they relate to terms of employment; general skill using cleaning and snow removal equipment; general skill operating standard office equipment; general skill in the use of cleaning and maintenance of tools and standard tools of the trade; ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; ability to take written direction and perform work duties with little or no supervision or guidance; ability to read cleaning supply labels and requirements for handling; ability to be thorough and maintain cleanliness of a building; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building staff, students, co-workers, tradesman, associates and general public.  Reliable and consistent attendance.

Hours/Schedule:
8 hours per day / 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM / 5 days per week / 260 days per year

Teacher- Family and Consumer Education

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JOB GOAL: To enable the District to provide quality education for all students in the District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Professional Skills – The teacher is expected to establish procedures of management to allow a maximum of learning and a minimum of disciplinary action by:

1. Planning and organizing effectively.

2. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.

3. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.

4. Providing opportunities for individual differences.

5. Making provisions for individual differences.

6. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.

7. Using appropriate language for students to model.

8. Using varied and appropriate instructional techniques to accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Professional Relationships:  The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with students by:

1. Encouraging respect for the rights, opinions, property, and contributions of others.

2. Being sensitive to factors which affect pupil achievement and behavior.

3. Being available for extra help.

4. Using methods of management that result in desired changes in behavior.

5. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.

6. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.

7. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.

8. Avoiding use of position for commercial gain.

The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:

9. Cooperating with other staff members.

10. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.

11. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.

12. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.

13. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.

14. Recommending possible revision of curriculum.

15.   Being proficient or distinguished in all areas listed on the Teacher Performance Evaluation.

16.   Communicating professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and community members, using oral, written, and electronic means.

17.   Attending work regularly.

18.   Performing other duties as assigned.

Professional Development:  The teacher is expected to demonstrate professional development by:

1. Participating actively in inservice programs.

2. Keeping abreast of professional developments in his/her particular area and in education as a whole.

3. Exploring new teaching techniques as alternatives to better accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

EVALUATION: Conducted by Building Principal or Associate Principal and Director of Student Services as per the Hudson School District Board of Education Policy.

Director of Business Services

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Posting #: 1641

The Sauk Rapids-Rice Public School District No. 47 is seeking an experienced and innovative individual to provide excellent leadership as the Director of Business Services.  Located in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, minutes from downtown St. Cloud and approximately an hour northwest of the Twin Cities, Sauk Rapids-Rice Public School is a focal point for the Sauk Rapids and Rice communities and provides quality programs to approximately 4,500 students by approximately 650 staff members with a budget of $55 million.

Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools believe in:

  • A culture of continuous learning and growth in a caring, collaborative and supportive environment
  • Effective partnerships between students, staff, families and community members
  • An inclusive, safe, caring and stimulating learning environment that promotes shared responsibility for performance and innovation
  • Effective and ongoing communication with and outreach to students, staff, families and community members
  • Transparency and good stewardship of resources

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Assumes responsibility for budget development, control and long-range financial planning
  • Projects district revenue and submits the district tax levy to the Board of Education for approval as well as the county and Minnesota Department of Education
  • Develops and administers a program for purchasing contract services, supplies, and equipment
  • Assists in the development of a facility expansion and maintenance program
  • Supervises facility planning, project development, and construction projects
  • Supervises, through the Director of Buildings and Grounds, the district custodial staff and maintenance program
    Administers, through the Director of Food Service, the food service program
  • Establishes and supervises a program of accounting and reporting for the financial affairs of the District
    Manages the real estate and insurance programs including;

    • Health
    • Dental
    • Long-term Disability
    • Group Life
    • Worker’s Compensation
  • Participates on the District Insurance Committee
  • Supervises the development of required financial reports as required for all funds
  • Recommend policies, regulations, and administrative procedures
  • Completes the District’s annual audit
  • Consults with the Superintendent and other personnel on questions relating to the District’s business affairs
  • Prepares and submits reports and other documents as required to the Board of Education
  • Supervises the District Business Office staff including payroll/benefits, accounting, purchasing/accounts receivable
  • Supervises the District transportation services
  • Completes District enrollment projections
  • Serves as a District’s financial representative for negotiations
  • Supervise MARSS Student Information System
  • Works with the Superintendent on legislative matters for the district
  • Serves on professional organizations and committees as the District’s representative
  • Serves on District administrative committees and attends School Board meetings as a resource to the Board of Education
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the school district

Outstanding candidates will be:

  • Effective communicators with the ability to delegate
  • Proficient and experienced in:
    • Managing, projecting, formulating, forecasting, and establishing budgets
    • Accounting analysis and projection techniques and procedures in the analysis of cash flow requirements, revenue projections, budget requirements, and other financial projections
  • Thoughtful and deliberate decision-makers
  • Creative problem solvers with extraordinary relationship skills
  • Innovative and able to promote and implement quality programs
  • Motivating and positive with staff, colleagues, and community members
  • Able to provide leadership within the Business Office, District, and community
  • Willing and able to work long and irregular hours

Director of Business Services

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Position Summary:   Oversee and manage fiscal reporting, budget development and financial planning, establishment of accounting procedures and controls, and the coordination of workflow and operations including payroll within the Business Office.

Essential Functions of the position include the following:  Manage and organize the budget design process.  Estimate revenues for all district funds and establish expenditure budget guidelines.  Present preliminary and final revenue/expenditure budget documents for Board approval.

Monitor the budget on an ongoing basis, report variances to administrators and ensure budget guidelines are followed.  Coordinate annual fiscal audit and pre-audit procedures.

Prepare specifications and direct bidding processes. Monitor contracts to ensure established terms have been met and services provided.

Oversee and participate in the preparation of a variety of financial reports to various local, county, state or federal agencies.  Oversee MARSS process for accuracy. Coordinate levy process with Sherburne County.

Provide financial analysis to assist in policy and decision-making and information regarding the implications of proposals before the Board.   Review and recommend revisions to district policies to meet legislative requirements as needed.

Assist with long-range financial planning; and invest funds of the district in consultation with financial advisor.

Supervise Buildings & Grounds, Food Service and Transportation Departments.

Ensure that the District’s reporting system is in compliance with State of Minnesota UFARS requirements, as well as GASB and other guidelines. Review Nonpublic/Home School State Aid reports to the Minnesota Department of Education.

Assist and provide support in employee contract negotiations, as requested, such as budget projections, financial impact of salary or benefit proposals, etc.

Direct the purchasing and supply management for the District.

Supervise finance and payroll department staff.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to:

Other duties as assigned.

Education Training and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.  3-5 years of prior related work experience preferably in a public/school setting; or equivalent education plus experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Technical:  Knowledge of UFARS, school finance, GASB, and MARSS reporting.

Language:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.  Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.  Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.  Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of trustees.

Mathematics:

Ability to understand, interpret, apply and use mathematics and statistical methods and procedures typically gained through professional and post secondary educational training.

Human Relations:

Requires a high degree of skill in developing, motivating, fostering collaborative relationships both inside and outside of the organization.  Interactions may be with representatives, elected officials, or managers of other agency’s or organizations.

Information Technology:

Demonstrates and models personal productivity skills such as: electronic communication; online searches of electronic databases; and effective use of presentation, budget, word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. Understands use of technology in the operations of a finance department.

Physical Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.    In addition to regular attendance, the requirements listed above are representative of the characteristics necessary to perform this job successfully.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Comments:   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.    In addition to regular attendance, the requirements listed above are representative of the characteristics necessary to perform this job successfully.