Business Manager Charter School Commission

EXEMPT ANNOUNCEMENT

Business Manager

$87550-$108000

Open Until Filled - Applications will be reviewed every Friday.

The Washington State Charter School Commission (CSC) seeks to fill a Business Manager in the Commision. Thisfull-time permanentpositionis based in Olympia Washington. This position may be eligible for partial telework after onboarding/training is complete. Telework is a combination of in-building and off-site days.

The Washington State Charter School Commission (Commission) is an independent state agency. Our mission is to authorize high-quality charter public schools especially those designed to expand opportunities for students historically underserved in public education and to ensure the highest standards of accountability and oversight.

The Commission is guided by its Educational Equity Policy: we hold both a moral and legal obligation to cultivate schools where socio-economic status race gender language sexual orientation national origin and disability do not predict academic or life outcomes. Educational equity benefits all students and strengthens communities.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to visitto review the Commissions Strategic Plan and Educational Equity Policy.

MISSION

To authorize high-quality charter public schools and provide effective oversight and transparent accountability to improve educational outcomes for at-risk students.

VISION

Foster innovation and ensure excellence so that every student has access to and thrives in a high-quality public school.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer the Business Manager ensures the integrity and equity of the Commissions internal operations. This role is critical in advancing the agencys commitments to accountability transparency and inclusion.

Because the Commission is a small agency with statewide impact the Business Manager must bring strong technical expertise and a systems-builder mindsetsomeone who designs tests and strengthens processes in collaboration with staff and partners. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment balancing priorities effectively and embed equity into operational decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as the agencys Public Records Officer ensuring timely transparent responses.
• Manage financial processing of agency transactions in compliance with state standards.
• Administer agency contracts and monitor compliance with clear equitable procedures.
• Lead procurement processes from start to finish ensuring equity transparency and compliance.
• Support development of agency biennial and supplemental budget requests.
• Support Commission meeting planning and logistics.
• Maintain and update agency electronic files and records.
• Collaborate with staff to co-design sustainable accessible operational systems that reflect Commission values.
• Contribute to agency-wide initiatives aligned with the strategic plan.
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration or equivalent professional background. We value experience gained in community nonprofit tribal or other equity-centered environments.
• Minimum five years experience in finance and accounting procurement or operations.
• Commitment to fostering a positive work culture and environment.
• Demonstrated ability to design and improve systems in a fast-paced small-agency non-profit small business or start-up environment.
• Evidence of advancing equity transparency and inclusion in organizational systems or decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with diverse communities.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with change management or system-building in a start-up nonprofit or public agency.
• Strong understanding of equitable organizational business functions.
• Comfort with technology and digital tools for collaboration and data management.
• Ability to translate technical process into elevated language for diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with state contracting and procurement processes.
• Working knowledge of the State Administrative & Accounting Manual (SAAM).

COMPENSATION

The annual compensation for the position is $87550-$108000 and depends upon experience educational background and qualifications. Washington State offers a generous benefit package including health dental and life insurance retirement and an optional deferred compensation program. Please visit the Health Care Authority for information regarding health benefits and the Dept. of Retirement Systems for retirement plan information. This position is exempt and serves at the pleasure of the Executive Director. This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Those interested must apply through Careers. Applications must include the following documents in MS Word and PDF format only:

• A letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement
• A current resume and
• A list of three or more professional references

Please address any questions to:

Sal Salazar Human Resources

Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

600 Washington Street Southeast

Olympia WA 98504-7200

or

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at or or e-mail .

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Washington Charter School Commission provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex race creed religion color national origin age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation including gender expression or identity the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at or email.