Chief School Business Official (CSBO) - Interim

Sylvania; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

CUSD 303 is seeking an Interim Chief School Business Official (CSBO) to lead financial operations on a part-time basis. The role expects prior CSBO experience, with duties potentially requiring after-hours availability and other tasks as assigned.

The candidate should hold a Master’s degree in a finance-related field and an IL CSBO endorsement, with at least five years in senior financial management within a large school district. Strong leadership and ethical fiscal management are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Public Accounting, School Business Administration, or related field.
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with CSBO Endorsement.
• Five years of senior-level financial management experience, preferably in a large school district.
• Extensive experience with computerized financial management systems and applications.
• Knowledge of school district operations, fund accounting, state educational legislation, and Illinois School Code.
• Ability to conduct financial projections, develop strategic plans, and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to high ethical standards and sound fiscal management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Interim Chief School Business Official (CSBO) for CUSD 303.
• Oversee financial operations and reporting during interim period.
• May be on call after hours and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with district leadership to ensure fiscal reliability and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data-driven decisions

Education

Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting/School Business Admin

Illinois CSBO Endorsement/PEL

Five years senior-level financial management

Job description

CUSD 303 is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as an Interim Chief School Business Official (CSBO). Experience as a CSBO is preferred. This is a part-time, interim position, approximately three (3) days per week. May be on call after hours and other duties as assigned. See job description.

Qualifications Experience and Education:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Public Accounting, School Business Administration, or a related field.
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Chief School Business Official (CSBO) Endorsement.
• Five years of senior-level financial management experience, preferably in a large school district.
• Extensive experience with computerized financial management systems and applications.
• Knowledge of school district operations, fund accounting, national and state educational legislation, and Illinois School Code.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct financial projections, develop strategic plans, and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to high ethical standards and sound fiscal management.