Secretary Treasurer - Courtenay, Canada - School District #71 (Comox Valley)

School District #71 (Comox Valley)

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Courtenay, Canada

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School District 71 is an inclusive learning community that embraces diversity, fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world.

Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.

Secretary Treasurer (CFO)

Effective July 2023

School District 71 (Comox Valley) is a progressive school district whose mission is to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.

As an inclusive learning community, we embrace diversity, foster relationships, and empower all learners to have a positive impact on the world.

We are the largest employer in the Comox Valley with over 1800 employees providing a comprehensive educational program to approximately 10,500 students from Strong Start to Grade 12 in 14 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 K-9 school, 3 secondary schools, 2 alternate schools, and a provincial on-line learning school.

Our annual operating budget is roughly $111 million.

Reporting to the Superintendent of Schools (CEO), the Secretary Treasurer is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the school district and works collaboratively with the Board of Education, Superintendent, district and school leadership team as well as staff at all levels in providing excellence in public education.

The Secretary Treasurer is responsible for the finance, payroll and benefits, legal, facilities, technology, transportation and business activities of the school district as well as being the corporate secretary to the Board of Education.

Also expected of this senior leadership role is the fostering of positive and effective working relationships within the district and with local government, first nations, and community organizations.

Qualifications, skills, knowledge and attributes:

A professional accounting designation (CPA) with five years of experience in finance and business operations

A deep knowledge of financial and operational systems that support learning in BC school districts

Proven ability to work effectively in a senior leadership team environment

Previous experience overseeing facilities maintenance, capital improvements and information technology

Successful experiences in managing change and problem solving

Expertise in implementing and maintaining financial systems and associated processes and procedures

Proven record of supporting an elected board in their governance functions

Recognized for sharing transparent and understandable budget information

Effective planning, follow-through and communication skills as well as sound decision making

Demonstrated success in team building and stakeholder engagement

Successful leadership of a major project, completed on schedule, within budget and with a positive outcome

If you are an exceptional leader who embodies the core values of integrity, respect and diversity, and employ best practice in financial management and corporate governance while using a principle-centered approach, we would like to hear from you

To Apply:

School District 71 (Comox Valley) is located on the east coast of Vancouver Island on the unceded traditional territory of the K'ómoks First Nation.

Located within the Comox Valley is the City of Courtenay, the Town of Comox and the Village of Cumberland; each providing their own unique services and community cultures.

The Comox Valley is a desirable place to live with great ocean beaches, golf, skiing, hiking, swimming and boating. In addition, the community has strong and vibrant arts and cultural programs.

Thank you for your interest in School District 71 (Comox Valley)

An Equal Opportunity Employer