Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Plant Services

Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES

Amherst, NYFull-time$160K/yrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$160K/yr

Location

Amherst, NY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

New York State Certification As School District Business Leader Or School Business Administrator

Job overview

The Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Plant Services serves as the district’s chief financial and operations officer, overseeing budgeting, accounting, facilities, food service, transportation, technology, health services, and community programs while providing strategic leadership and fiscal guidance to the superintendent and board.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Financial ManagementBudgetingAccountingAuditingPurchasingState Aid ManagementFinancial ReportingRegulatory ComplianceLeadershipAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication

Qualifications

New York State Certification as School District Business Leader or School Business AdministratorFive or More Years Administrative Experience

Full job description

Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Plant Services

Sweet Home CSD

1901 Sweet Home Road

Amherst , NY 14228

Certified - Administrative - Asst Supt for Finance & Operations {ASFO}

Job Number 3300057031

Start Date

Open Date 09/17/2026

Closing Date 10/18/2026

About the Role:This cabinet-level position serves as the District's chief financial and operations officer, with executive responsibility for financial management, facilities, food service, transportation, technology, health services, and designated community programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional financial and operational leadership, integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to align District resources and support services with the needs of students, staff, families, and the broader community.

Primary Responsibilities

Financial Leadership

Serve as the District's chief financial officer and advise the Superintendent and Board of Education on fiscal matters.
Develop, administer, and monitor the annual budget and long-range financial plan.
Oversee accounting, benefits, payroll, purchasing, investments, unemployment, workers' compensation, state and federal aid, grants, audits, risk management, contracts, and financial reporting.
Maintain effective internal controls and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, Board policies, and accounting standards.
Prepare and present financial reports, projections, and recommendations to the Board of Education and community.
Support collective bargaining through financial analysis and costing of proposals.

Operational Leadership

Lead District-wide safety, security, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Provide executive oversight of Buildings and Grounds, Food Service, Transportation, Technology, Health Services, capital projects, and assigned community programs.
Supervise and evaluate assigned administrators, directors, supervisors, and departments.
Lead capital planning and coordinate the work of architects, engineers, contractors, and other professional service providers.
Oversee departmental budgets, staffing, contracts, regulatory compliance, safety, and operational performance.
Coordinate community programs and partnerships, including SHEF, Dollars for Scholars, Driver Education, and facility use.

District Leadership

Serve as an active member of the Superintendent's cabinet and contribute to District-wide strategic planning and decision-making.
Align financial and operational resources with the District's mission, strategic priorities, instructional programs, and student needs.
Build productive relationships with administrators, employees, bargaining units, families, community partners, government agencies, and professional organizations.
Recommend and implement Board policies and administrative procedures related to finance and assigned operational areas.
Prepare agenda items, reports, resolutions, and recommendations for Board of Education consideration.
Attend Board of Education meetings, committee meetings, budget presentations, public hearings, community meetings, and other meetings as required.
Perform other duties assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

Qualifications:

New York State certification as a School District Business Leader (SDBL) or School Business Administrator (SBA).
Five or more years of administrative experience preferred.
Successful experience in school district finance, business administration, or comparable public-sector leadership.
Comprehensive knowledge of budgeting, accounting, auditing, purchasing, state aid, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to integrity, collaboration, transparency, and responsible stewardship of public resources.