CAREER DAY Careers in School Business Management

CAREER DAY Careers in School Business Management Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 1

What is K-12 Education? School districts are charged by state government to operate schools and educate students. Here are some quick facts about education in PA. There are 779 Local Education Agencies in PA. These include: Public School Districts Charter Schools Career/Technical Schools Intermediate Units There are 500 Public School Districts in PA Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 2

Education Quick Facts Local Education Agencies operate approximately 780 school buildings in the state Pennsylvania’s public schools enroll approximately 1.75 million students in grades Pre-K through 12 Pennsylvania public schools spend approximately 22 billion each year to provide educational services Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 3

School District Leadership Each school district is governed by a school board whose members are elected and must live in the school district. School boards have the authority to employ the necessary qualified personnel to operate their schools. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 4

Quick Quiz What is the title of the top executive in any public school district? A. President C. Superintendent B. Governor D. Principal Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 5

Answer What is the title of the top executive in any public school district? A. President C. Superintendent B. Governor D. Principal Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 6

Working for a School District What and Where? Locations in 700 communities in PA Choice of rural, suburban and urban environments Limited travel Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 7

Overview of Job Opportunities Teachers/Principals Instructional Support Personnel Maintenance Workers Secretaries Technology/Computer Personnel Food Service Workers Bus Drivers/Mechanics Business/Department Managers Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 8

Business Management Positions Business Operations Accounting Facilities Communications/ Public Relations Technology Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools Purchasing Human Resources Food Services Transportation Safety 9

Business Manager/Administrator Serves as the chief operating officer, overseeing the many financial and operational functions of running a multimillion dollar operation. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 10

Facilities Director Within the building services area, facilities managers oversee all the HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems, athletic fields and outdoor grounds keeping, and maintenance/ custodial cleaning services. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 11

Accountant A career in accounting is available in the business office to perform services such as fund accounting, internal auditing, purchasing and payroll. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 12

Human Resources Director The human resources function is responsible for employee hiring processes, maintaining employee records, interpret and applying employment laws, policies and procedures, new employee orientations, and monitoring contract salary and benefit requirements. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 13

Food Service Director The food service programs are sophisticated nutritional services focusing on wellness and childhood obesity, while utilizing the agricultural products produced in Pennsylvania and the US in a creative and appealing presentation. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 14

Transportation Director Services include some of the most sophisticated transportation systems in the community. There are many regulations and safety programs related to this area as well as public relations. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 15

Communications Director Schools are facing an increasing need to promote what is working in education. Public relations and communications in a school setting involve every type of interaction as it touches every person and business as well as government agencies. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 16

Technology Director Schools have some of the most state-of-the-art technology systems, not only for instruction, but also for building service systems, student record systems, financial systems, and websites. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 17

Purchasing Director Purchasing professionals develop best value procurement practices and bid procedures, as defined by PA School Code and local policies; manage inventory, logistics, warehousing, and fixed assets. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 18

Safety Director Safety expertise is needed to ensure safe learning environments that are free from hazards and to support occupation safety for employees. Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 19

Skills Important to the Job Communications Managing People Dealing with the Public/Public Speaking Common Sense/Decision Making Ability to Balance Many Jobs at the Same Time Math Ability Computer Skills Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 20

Education/Qualifications Four year degree in program related to your specialty area recommended for Director positions Certification through Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Continuing education through workshops and seminars Wilkes Masters Degree in School Business Leadership Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 21

Benefits to Working for a School Contribute to the education and development of children Enter a secure and stable career field Attain career growth opportunities and advancement Receive a comprehensive benefit package Participate in a state retirement system Continue post-secondary educational opportunities Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 22

Why Choose this Career? Become an expert in your Specialty Area Combine creative and financial responsibilities Opportunities to work with People Competitive salary & benefits Enjoy job security Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials Smart Business Informed Decisions Great Schools 23

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