Director of Finance

Director of Finance JobID: 238 Apply Position Type: Administration/Director of Finance Date Posted: 7/7/2017 Location: Foley Public Schools Closing Date: 07/17/2017 The Foley School Board (District 51) is announcing an opening for the position of Director of Finance. The Board is seeking applications from highly qualified, interested candidates who will work to maintain the long-term financial stability of the district while pursuing educational excellence. Our financial stability and solid enrollment provide the basis for our work to accomplish our mission of bringing together students, parents, staff, and community to provide a quality education with an emphasis on developing the full potential of the individual. Some examples include: Foley Public Schools has an enrollment of just over 1,800 students with a net gain of students who choose to open enroll with us. Our operations include $20.5 million in total gross revenue in Audited FY2016. We have a 16.75% fund balance. We Invite Your Application Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, two letters of recommendation, and efolio weblink (if available) through the Applitrack submission link. Qualifications includes a Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or closely related field, along with knowledge of UFARS, Minnesota education finance rules, and business administration. Preferred candidates will possess experience in public school business administration. Application deadline: Monday, July 17, 2017. All materials will be treated confidentially. Early Applications are appreciated and experience is preferred. A Quick Overview What We Are Looking For Highly Qualified Director of Finance candidates who will work to maintain the long-term financial stability of the district while pursuing educational excellence. What Foley Public Schools Has To Offer An excellent district with a reputation for a quality education and a staff that cares about the students. Modern, attractive, well-maintained school facilities with a $21.5 million building project completed in 2011. One connected campus that services pre-K through 12th grade. Stable enrollment that includes a positive gain through open-enrollment. Experienced staff, effective administrators, engaged students, involved parents and a supportive community. Sound fiscal management history that provides opportunity to balance fiscal responsibility with commitment to providing educational experience. Introducing the Foley Community A small, proud community located 13 miles east of St Cloud on four-lane state highway 23. The Foley area is an agricultural based community that offers easy access to St Cloud, while also being within an hour of the Twin Cities, yet close to the lakes of north country. Foley offers a small town atmosphere with many recreational opportunities including two city parks, a skateboard park, a golf course, a municipal swimming pool, and a walking trail. Technology District is PC based and fully networked at gigabit speed State of Minnesota is our ISP provider. SMART Finance and HR is used for administrative software. District is active in using an online store and social media. Services The district operates all Food Service, Maintenance, Custodial and Transportation Services without any contractual services. Benefiting from Strong Communities Outstanding facilities that are open to our community. Strong community education program that serves our students, parents, community members, and visitors through organized educational and recreational activities. Community groups; including Foley Athletic Booster Club, Kiwanis, Lions, and Foley Area Foundation provide support for educational programming. The Basis for Compensation The School Board will provide a competitive compensation package based on the selected candidate’s background and experience. I.S.D. #51 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.