Assistant School Business Administrator/Assistant Board Secretary

NJDOE School Business Administrator Certification Required

EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 School Year

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a master's degree from an accredited college or university or a bachelor’s degree and a CPA license;
• 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 successful accounting experience in the abovementioned areas, preferably in a public school district;
• 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;
• 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: School Business Administrator/Board Secretary
SALARY RANGE: $115,000 - 130,000
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-month unaffiliated position

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.

Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml)

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Please Apply Online at www.mcts.edu