District COO/CSBO — Strategic Operations Leader

Township-High-School-District-113; Illinois; On-site; USD 250,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Township High School District 113 in Illinois seeks a COO/CSBO to serve on the Superintendent's cabinet and provide strategic leadership for the district's financial and operational functions.

The role supervises major departments, develops long-range plans, ensures fiscal stewardship, safety, and continuous improvement, and reports to the Superintendent and Board with clear analysis and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Master’s or advanced degree in relevant field.
• Valid Illinois CSBO endorsement or equivalently licensed.
• Significant leadership in school business/operations management.
• Experience with budgets, contracts, and organizational systems.
• Knowledge of Illinois school finance and governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for financial and operational departments.
• Oversee annual budget, cash-flow planning, and long-range projections.
• Lead facilities, security, transportation, food service and related operations.
• Coordinate with Board, Superintendent, and Cabinet to implement priorities.
• Develop integrated long-range financial and capital plans.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and governance requirements.

Skills

Budgeting

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Executive decision making

Education

Master’s degree in school business management / related field

Illinois CSBO endorsement

Job description

Township High School District 113 in Illinois seeks a COO/CSBO to serve on the Superintendent's cabinet and provide strategic leadership for the district's financial and operational functions.

The role supervises major departments, develops long-range plans, ensures fiscal stewardship, safety, and continuous improvement, and reports to the Superintendent and Board with clear analysis and recommendations.