Director of Business and Operations

West Chicago Elementary School District #33; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Board Paid TRS

Insurance: Board-paid health, dental,

Life insurance equal to base salary

Professional dues stipend

Job summary

West Chicago Elementary School District 33 is seeking a Director of Business and Operations to lead the district’s financial and facilities operations, aligning them with district goals and student learning priorities.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 4–10 years of related experience, strong management skills, knowledge of financial systems, and a commitment to a 12‑month, full‑time schedule with Board agreements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent; four to ten years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, including supervisory capacity.
• Broad knowledge in education, management and/or accounting.
• Interpersonal skills for effective interaction with a variety of stakeholders; strong organization and time-management.
• Knowledge of database software; financial systems; and internet, inventory, project management, spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Commitment to 5 years in this position.
• Alternatives to above qualifications may be acceptable.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Supervisory experience

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Tools

Database software

Financial systems

Spreadsheet software

Word processing

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - West Chicago Elementary School District 33

West Chicago Elementary School District 33

• Location:
  West Chicago Elementary School District 33
• Date Available:
  07/01/2027
• Closing Date:
  Open until Filled

District 33 Mission: Equip students to become life-long learners who embrace diversity, welcome innovation, and aspire to be catalysts for positive change and growth.

District 33 Vision:

• To be recognized as the school district that fosters:
• An innovative, rigorous & future-oriented education
• A culture of equity, diversity & personalized learning
• Student agency to develop voice, choice, ownership & self-sufficiency
• Active community partnerships

District 33 Core Values:

• Partnerships
• Equity
• High expectations
• Support for the whole child
• High levels of engagement
• Trusting relationships

Position Summary: To support student learning and the District's strategic goals, the Director of Business and Operations provides vision and leadership in developing and implementing the business affairs of the District in such a way as to provide the best possible educational services with the financial resources available.

Position Qualifications:

• Master's degree or equivalent; four to ten years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, including service in a supervisory capacity over support personnel.
• Broad knowledge and experience in education, management and/or accounting.
• Interpersonal skills for effective interaction with a variety of stakeholders, excellent organization and time-management, effective verbal and written language skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in decision-making.
• Knowledge of and ability to use database software; financial systems; and internet, inventory, project management, spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Commitment to 5 years in this position
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Board paid 70% PPO and 80% HMO)
• Free life insurance equal to base salary
• Retirement plan options
• Board Paid TRS
• $500 towards professional dues and memberships

Work Schedule: 12 Months, Full Time

Starting Salary Range: $134,625 - $144,596+ Board Paid TRS, based on experience

Further Information on District 33:

West Chicago Elementary School District 33 is a Pre-K through 8th grade system with a Birth to 3 program, Preschool, five elementary schools, and one 6/7/8 middle school. West Chicago Elementary School District 33's population reflects the diverse demographics of West Chicago and portions of Winfield and Wheaton, from which it draws its student enrollment. The overall student population is approximately 3,000. Of that number, approximately 81.1% of the students come from Hispanic origins, 12.3% White, 3.2% Asian/Pacific Islander and 3.2% Black.

The Mission of West Chicago Elementary School District 33 is to equip students to become life-long learners who embrace diversity, welcome innovation, and aspire to be catalysts for positive change and growth. Our vision is to be recognized as a school district that fosters:

• An innovative, rigorous & future-oriented education
• A culture of equity, diversity & personalized learning
• Student agency to develop voice, choice, ownership & self-sufficiency