What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Manager position at Greenfield Public Schools?
The Business Manager is the chief financial executive of the Greenfield Public Schools District (GPS) and serves as the principal advisor to the Superintendent and school committee in matters related to finance, budget, and procurement. The Business Manager also provides leadership and consult in the areas of food services and transportation.
GPS is a public-school district located in western Massachusetts serving preschool through high school students. We have six schools and over 1400 students enrolled. Our preschool is the Academy of Early Learning. Our three elementary schools are Newton School, Federal Street School, and Discovery School at Four Corners serving grades K-4 currently and grades K-5 in the 2025 school year. Greenfield Middle School serves grades 5-7 currently and grades 6-8 in the 2025 school year and Greenfield High School serves grades 8-12 currently and grades 9-12 in the 2025 school year. Our district is committed to providing students with high-quality instructional programs geared to meet the needs of all students and ensure their success.
Qualifications:
Licensed as MA School Business Administrator
Experience with MUNIS or similar software, preferred
Effective interpersonal and leadership skills; experience facilitating communication among divergent groups and leading group decision-making
Effective administrative and management skills, including demonstrated success as an office manager
Excellent speaking and writing skills, including the effective utilization of computers, technology, and information management tools
Certified as a Massachusetts Public Purchasing Official, or willing to become certified