School District 59 (Peace River South) Requires a Secretary-Treasuer

Dawson Creek - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Secretary Treasurer (CFO)

School District No. 59 (Peace River South) is inviting applications for the position of Secretary- Treasurer. We are seeking an experienced dynamic and progressive business leader to take on this important and challenging leadership role .

In School District 59 we serve approximately 3600 students in 18 schools throughout the region and communities of Dawson Creek Chetwynd Tumbler Ridge Pouce Coupe Moberly Lake and our rural areas with an annual budget of 42 million dollars. We are proud to work and learn on Treaty 8 territory with Saulteau First Nations West Moberly First Nations Inuit and our strong Metis communities. We are known as a progressive district that has worked to improve literacy and numeracy rates and we use research and data to help us be successful in our new initiatives. We enjoy a four season lifestyle of recreational activities in a spectacular natural setting.

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.

We are seeking a skilled financial leader and problem solver with a transparent responsive and collaborative leadership style. This leader will take the time to understand the uniqueness of our district while participating in and building thriving teams. The Secretary Treasurer is responsible to ensure that business services support effective education services for students and contributes to the achievement of the districts strategic goals. The successful candidate will be innovative and possess policy systems and planning expertise to assist the Peace River South Board of Education with complex decision-making in a growing and diverse environment.

Qualifications skills knowledge and attributes :

A professional accounting designation (CPA) with five years of experience in finance and business operations; experience in education would be an asset
A fundamental commitment to public education student success and the school community
A deep knowledge of financial and operational systems that support learning in BC school districts
Ensures that the processes for the preparation of the operating budget and other financial planning activities are consistent with the goals/directions and legal and policy direction established by government

Oversees the districts financial reporting requirements and ensures annual financial statements are prepared in accordance with Ministry requirements
Ensures that legal actions against and on behalf of the Board are defended
Proven ability to work effectively in a senior leadership team environment
Previous experience overseeing facilities maintenance and capital improvements
Proficiency with software applications particularly in the area of finance
Successful experiences in managing change and problem solving in a unionized environment
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 time management and communication skills as well as sound decision making throughout the position and also in regard to reports that are required by the Ministry of Education and Child Care.
Demonstrated success in team building and stakeholder/rightsholder engagement
Successful leadership of projects completed on schedule within budget and with a positive outcome
Experience in labour relations in a unionized environment

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.

Our district offers a competitive salary and generous benefits including a relocation allowance. The salary range is $180 823 to $200 914. The preferred commencement date for this position will be determined with the applicant or before March 4th 2026.

Qualified applicants are invited to apply in confidence by submitting a detailed resume with supporting documentation and three (3) professional references by 12:00 noon on January 6th 2026 to or on the Make a Future website.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to Christy Fennell Superintendent of Schools at or .

11600-7th Street

Dawson Creek B.C. V1G 4R8

Phone: Fax: 2

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Secretary Treasurer (CFO) School District No. 59 (Peace River South) is inviting applications for the position of Secretary- Treasurer. We are seeking an experienced dynamic and progressive business leader to take on this important and challenging leadership role ....