
Chief Business Official at Orinda Union School District
About the Employer
The Orinda Union School District (OUSD) consists of five schools serving students in grades TK-8, with a total enrollment of approximately 2,500 students. Orinda is a small, vibrant, and increasingly diverse suburban community, known for its strong commitment to education and the success of its top-ranked schools. Our schools have earned multiple California Distinguished School Awards and have been recognized with both California and National Blue Ribbon status. Orinda is fortunate to benefit from exceptional support from parents and the community, as demonstrated by the passage of local bonds and parcel tax measures. These investments ensure that our campus facilities are as outstanding as the teaching and learning taking place within our classrooms. At OUSD, we are dedicated to providing each student with an exceptional educational experience. We believe in working together to address systemic challenges to educational equity, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive. We invite you to be a part of our dynamic team!
Job Summary
Job Summary
Orinda Union School District is seeking an equity and inclusive focused educational leader who has both the knowledge and skill to effectively lead our Business Services Department in a collaborative and transparent manner. Under the direction of the Superintendent, the CBO, is responsible for the preparation of budget estimates and revisions for all District programs/projects; supervises all District accounting functions and activities; oversees preparation of all required reports; administers District business functions, including but not limited to, purchasing, contracting, and risk management; coordinates the flow of financial information to District administrators; attendance/enrollment; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; and performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business administration, accounting, or related area or equivalent business office experience in a variety of advanced or senior positions. At least five years of responsible experience in public accounting, budgeting, and/or auditing, including two years at a supervisory or management level in a governmental or school district setting preferred. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s vehicle insurance policy; DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearance; Valid Tuberculosis (TB) clearance; Participate in employer mandated training and retraining programs. The ideal candidate is one who has completed coursework and/or certification from the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO) under Director of Fiscal Services or Chief Business Official coursework.
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 current letters required )
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business administration, accounting, or related area or equivalent business office experience in a variety of advanced or senior positions. At least five years of responsible experience in public accounting, budgeting, and/or auditing, including two years at a supervisory or management level in a governmental or school district setting preferred. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s vehicle insurance policy; DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearance; Valid Tuberculosis (TB) clearance; Participate in employer mandated training and retraining programs. The ideal candidate is one who has completed coursework and/or certification from the California Association of School Business Officials (CASBO) under Director of Fiscal Services or Chief Business Official coursework.
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 current letters required )
- Resume