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Chief Financial Officer

Organization: 
High Desert Education Service District
Closing date: 
Friday, July 5, 2024

High Desert ESD celebrates all cultures and languages and is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regards to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Chief Financial Officer
40 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 250 days/year
$154,000 - $157,000 per year
Benefits include family insurance package, vacation, sick leave and paid holidays, generous PERS contribution.

Definition The CFO is the executive in charge of all business and financial services related to the ESD. The CFO has diversified responsibilities in administrative services, which often requires considerable independent judgment. Decisions are based on policy and procedure, the views of the Board of Directors and the Superintendent, and on experience.

Qualifications This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related area. A Master’s Degree and/or CPA are preferred. The CFO must have current knowledge of principles of governmental accounting, budget regulations and procedures, general laws and policies governing public fiscal administration; knowledge of bidding procedures and contract law, knowledge of the operations of Education Service Districts and public school districts; and the ability to perform difficult accounting work requiring independent judgment and initiative. The CFO must establish effective relationships with component districts, other employees, school district personnel and the public. Access to reliable transportation and consistent attendance is required. Applicants must have successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities, and/or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to equity and strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.

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