Deputy Superintendent of Operations

The Francis Howell School District is a great place to live, work and go to school. FHSD is committed to the recruitment and retention of top-notch employees with the determination and drive to create a positive and effective 21st century learning environment for our students. We are the top-rated school district in St. Charles County. Encompassing more than 150 square miles in the southeast corner of St. Charles County, the District empowers students to be lifelong learners prepared for the future. Learn more at www.fhsdschools.org/about.

The district offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided in addition to an employee assistance program, district-paid employee basic life insurance of $75,000, voluntary employee life insurance, voluntary dependent life insurance and voluntary accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Deputy of Operations
The Francis Howell School District is seeking a Deputy Superintendent of Operations (formerly titled Chief Financial/Operating Officer) to serve as a part of the Executive Cabinet leadership team. The Deputy Superintendent of Operations will provide strategic vision, leadership and direction for the business and data processing functions to ensure continuous improvement and support to schools. This position will work to establish general accounting procedures, report periodic financial results, and prepare the annual budget. The Deputy Superintendent of Operations will supervise the accounting, purchasing, payroll, employee benefits functions, technology, facilities, and food service departments. The selected candidate will provide district-wide leadership, coordination, accountability, and management to accomplish the district’s mission of being responsible stewards of people, time, and financial resources. The job description explains the responsibilities of the position more fully.

Location:
Francis Howell School District
801 Corporate Center Drive
O’Fallon, MO 63368

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related area (Master’s degree in Business Administration preferred)
• Successful experience working in school finance (minimum five years, preferred)
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Budgeting and financial reporting knowledge and leadership experience
• Strategic planning and action plan implementation experience
• Ability to problem-solve and collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders including teachers, parents, community members, and administrators
• Excellent management and supervision skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proven problem-solving abilities

Application Materials:
Please complete the administrator application via the Francis Howell School District website. In addition, please attach the following items to your application:

• Letter of Interest addressed to: Lisa Simpkins, Chief Human Resources Officer
• Current Resume
• Three current letters of reference

Timeline

• Position posted – January 27, 2025
• Application deadline – February 14, 2025 at Noon
• Anticipated screening interview date for selected candidates – February 21, 2025
• Anticipated patron interview date for selected candidates – February 26, 2025 AM
• Anticipated Superintendent interview date for selected candidates – March 17, 2025 AM
• Anticipated hire date – March 20, 2025
• Position start date - July 1, 2025

Salary
Salary commensurate with education and experience. Minimum Starting salary $190,000.