School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Mercer County Technical Schools; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

NJ Pension Program

Job summary

Mercer County Technical Schools in New Jersey seeks a School Business Administrator/Board Secretary to oversee district finances and reporting. The role requires NJDOE SBA certification, deep GAAP knowledge, and at least three years of NJ public school district experience. Responsibilities include budget, procurement, and compliance duties.

Salary range listed from $160,000 to $190,000 with full benefits. Position reports to the Superintendent and is a full-time onsite role with comprehensive

Qualifications

• NJDOE SBA certification required.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting and GAAP.
• Minimum of three years as SBA or assistant in a NJ public school district.
• Experience with grants/reporting (federal/state).
• Knowledge of budget prep/administration, purchasing, transportation, food service, facilities.

Skills

Financial accounting

GAAP

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Budgeting

Data analysis

Education

NJDOE School Business Administrator certification

Tools

Budget software

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning

Monday, September 14, 2026 12:00 AM

(Eastern Standard Time)

School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Job Description

NJDOE School Business Administrator Certification Required

EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 School Year

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold a valid School Business Administrator certificate issued by the New Jersey State Board of Examiners under rules and regulations prescribed by the State Board of Education;
• Exhibit an understanding of the principles and practices of financial accounting, including fund accounting and reporting procedures consistent with statute, code, and GAAP;
• Minimum of three years of experience as a School Business Administrator or Assistant Business Administrator in a NJ Public School District;
• Knowledge of accepted business practices in school districts related to budget preparation and administration, risk management, purchasing, transportation, food services, school plant operations, and facility planning;
• Experience with grants and grant reporting including federal and state grants;
• Knowledge and experience in analyzing school district budgets;
• Experience with Department of Education budget software;
• Knowledge of NJ Pension Systems and health benefits;
• Experience with EWEG, HOMEROOM, State reports – IDEA, NJ Smart, ESSER, etc.;
• Understanding and experience in collecting, managing, and analyzing electronic data;
• Knowledge of purchasing requirements under 18A:18A;
• Knowledge of the Board Secretary's duties;
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills;
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

REPORTS TO:Superintendent of Schools

SALARY RANGE: $160,000 - 190,000

BENEFITS: Full-time employees receive a comprehensive medical/prescription and dental benefits package, paid time off (sick, personal, family illness, etc.), and will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program

The Mercer County Technical School District guarantees equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, color, age, creed, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, nationality, or sex.