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Director of Business Services
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration-Accounting/Finance, required.
- Master's degree in a business-related field, preferred.
- Five (5) years' experience in overall business office management.
- Pennsylvania Registered School Business Administrator (PRSBA), preferred.
- Possesses and demonstrates an understanding of PA State Financial Accounting System.
- Possesses and demonstrates the ability to negotiate insurance contracts in the best interest of the CLIU.
- Possesses and demonstrates interpersonal skills for supervising staff, through patience, consistency, fairness, accountability, leadership, and understanding.
- Possesses and demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the budgeting and accounting process.
- Possesses and demonstrates in-depth knowledge of financial forecasting.
- Possesses and demonstrates mastery level of data analysis skills.
- Possesses and demonstrates the ability to work with large amounts of data, interpret financial records, detect errors, and prepare financial reports.
- Possesses and demonstrates a proficient understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and other financial software packages used by the Business Services Department.
- Possesses and demonstrates the ability to manage daily cash position and invest CLIU funds prudently.
- Maintains current knowledge of federal and state regulations and ensures compliance with applicable laws, Board policies, and financial standards.
- Demonstrates effective leadership, including the ability to supervise personnel, establish systems and accompanying procedures, and ensure consistent, accountable decision-making.
- Exercises sound professional judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving in complex situations.
- Manages multiple priorities and responsibilities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintains strict confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion.
- Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and professionalism under pressure and during organizational or departmental changes.
- Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to present and represent Business Services to leadership, the Board, and external stakeholders.
- Advocates for the vision, mission, and goals of the department and CLIU.
- Demonstrates the ability to act as a liaison with constituent school districts and external partners.
- Demonstrates the ability to coordinate and implement a budget process.
- Conducts thorough, objective investigations and supports compliance and risk management efforts.
- Demonstrates the ability to manage personnel through the use of procedures and consistent decision-making.
- Demonstrates the ability to interpret and implement knowledge of federal and state laws and CLIU Board Policies.
- Builds and maintains collaborative working relationships with staff, administration, Board members, school districts, and community stakeholders.
- Demonstrates the ability to develop and adhere to operational systems and protocols.
- Exhibits critical thinking skills, using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.
- Demonstrates the ability to successfully address emergency situations that pose a risk to the well-being, safety, and security of students and staff.
- Demonstrates the ability to attend work regularly at assigned work hours subject to lawful leave rights and responsibilities.
- Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), and carry or convey sufficient weight to carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities safely and effectively.
- Ability to independently ambulate in and around work areas.
- Ability to exhibit appropriate manual dexterity to effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities.
- Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support.
- Ability to travel in and drive a CLIU vehicle.
- Ability to deliver presentations.
- Ability and availability to travel overnight.
- Supervises and leads all functions of the Business Office.
- Oversees the development and administration of Business Services procedures to ensure the efficient operation of all functions and responsibilities of each.
- Directs and is accountable for the application of business, banking, investment, fiscal, and accounting practices in the development, implementation, and continuous oversight of Business Services Department protocols and procedures, including general fund banking, cash management, investment portfolios, 401(a) plan administration, and foundation banking and investment activities.
- Leads the oversight and coordination of the planning, development, and preparation of CLIU budgets to ensure accuracy, alignment with strategic priorities, and fiscal integrity.
- Facilitates monthly budget meetings, providing oversight of key CLIU budgets and ensuring the timely preparation and distribution of budget status reports to department Directors.
- Develops and implements budget procedures for CLIU departments.
- Directs the preparation and ensures the accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of monthly CLIU #21 Board financial reports and submits board agenda motion requests for financial items.
- Acts as a liaison, resource, and facilitator for monthly meetings with CLIU constituent school district representatives.
- Oversees and manages all pass-through funding from the CLIU to constituent school districts and charter schools, including sub-recipient monitoring as required under federal law.
- Collaborates effectively with CLIU cabinet members and CLIU Leadership Team.
- Attends CLIU Board meetings and functions.
- Oversees all CLIU invoicing procedures and accounts receivable tracking.
- Oversees and administers the bid and procurement process.
- Oversees and manages the fixed asset inventory of the CLIU.
- Oversees and manages the insurance coverage for the CLIU.
- Oversees and manages all internal and external audits of the CLIU.
- Oversees the preparation and submission of financial reports and/or documents required by the PDE and/or other federal, state, or local agencies.
- Develops and oversees procedures governing the Contract/Lease process, ensuring Department Leaders adhere to established contractual terms to mitigate risk to the CLIU.
- Oversees and manages the daily cash position, investments, and financing of CLIU funds.
- Oversees and executes the requirements of Board Policies relating to business practices.
- Executes and analyzes Special Programs and Services Billing and serves on the IU Billing Team, providing oversight to the billing system.
- Prepares and oversees federal and state funding and executes requirements for the IU for internal and externals funds.
- Serves as the Treasurer for the CLIU Foundation.
- Serves as backup to the Secretary to the CLIU Board of Directors.
- Assists in labor negotiations.
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JobID: 1655
Position Type:
ADMINISTRATOR - NON PDE CERTIFIED/DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS SERVICES
ADMINISTRATOR - NON PDE CERTIFIED/DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS SERVICES
Date Posted:
5/8/2026
5/8/2026
Location:
Schnecksville, PA
Schnecksville, PA
Position Definition: The Director of Business Services provides strategic leadership, oversight, and administration of all financial and business operations of the CLIU. This role ensures fiscal integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while serving as a key advisor to executive leadership and a liaison to constituent school districts.
Relationship: The Director of Business Services shall be responsible to the Assistant to the Executive Director and will report to him/her on all matters dealing with the business management of the CLIU.
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Authority: The Director of Business Services will have the authority to perform all functions listed below in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Functions/Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function/duty/responsibility at acceptable standards. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.
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This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform other duties as assigned.
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