Job Details
| Region: | 11 |
| School District/Employer: | Godley ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office |
| Position: | Director |
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| Job Title: | Director of Business Services and Purchasing |
| School: | Godley ISD |
| Campus Description: | |
| Date Posted: | 9/3/2026 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Primary Purpose: Assist the Chief Financial Officer in performing finance and student services control procedures. Provide information and assistance to others relating to the finance department operations. Assist with the day-to-day operations of the department; provide exceptional customer service and serve as an alternate contact for campus and department budget support. Assist with special projects and reports and perform general clerical duties related to the operations of budget, finance and PEIMS. The Business Office Director/Purchasing Director is responsible for overseeing the district's purchasing operations and supporting the effective, efficient, and compliant use of district funds. This position provides leadership in purchasing, procurement, vendor management, contract administration, budget support, and business office operations. The Director ensures that purchasing activities are conducted in accordance with Texas Education Code, Texas Government Code, applicable state and federal regulations, Board policy, and district procedures. |
| Qualifications: | Qualifications: Education/Certification • High school diploma or GED • Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or a related field (preferred) • TASBO Certification (preferred) Experience • Three years of general business/bookkeeping/clerical or secretarial experience. Texas public school district experience preferred. Special Knowledge/Skills • 3 years of district budget and/or accounting experience at a high level of responsibility • Advanced Excel skills (required). • Experience in budgeting (preferred). • Skyward Qmlativ or other major enterprise software solutions (preferred). • School or government accounting experience (preferred). • Demonstrated ability to prepare worksheets, financial models, and prepare financial analysis reports with advanced Excel skills and familiarity with MS Windows and MS Office. • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of an organization. • Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and to be able to analyze and interpret financial results, data, and information. • Demonstrated ability to be a critical thinker who can identify problems and provide solutions independently and collaboratively and able to prioritize time and manage multiple projects\tasks. Major Responsibilities and Duties: Purchasing • Process bids and purchase orders as directed and in accordance with established procedures. • Assist staff in preparing purchase orders, verifying available funds and authorizations before purchase, and maintaining accounts. • Assist with the preparation of bidding documents, including notice and instruction to bidders, specifications, and proposal forms. • Contact vendors to check on supply and equipment availability, invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and other issues as directed. • Detect and resolve problems with incorrect orders, invoices, and shipments. Clerical • Prepare and maintain vendor database and bidder lists. • Prepare correspondence, forms, manuals, reports, purchase orders, and payment authorizations using personal computer. • Compile, maintain, and file all reports, and other documents as required. Accounting • Maintain complete and systematic records of assigned district financial transactions. • Verify and record details of financial transactions in appropriate journals and subsidiary ledgers and transfer subsidiary account summaries to general ledger. • Balance general ledger and subsidiary accounts by reconciling entries. • Examine general ledger transactions for accuracy; make corrections as needed and inform supervisor of problems. • Balance activity account bank statements and work with bank officials to resolve discrepancies in account records. • Assist with preparation of financial statements, income statements, and cost reports to reflect financial condition of district and help prepare financial statements and budget amendments for presentation to board. • Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required. Budget • Provide exceptional customer service, act as a liaison and support to the department for all budget-related questions. Follow-up as necessary to ensure understanding/compliance. Be a cheerful representative of the department and relay a helpful and accommodating environment. • Maintain thorough knowledge of budget account codes. Stay current on TEA regulations regarding account codes. • Assist with development and maintain District Account Code Manual. • Train all new secretaries in the use of account codes, budget and purchasing procedures, and use of financial software. • Assist with the preparation for budget/training meetings. • Maintain activity accounts and annual sponsor meetings with directives to sponsors of expectations. • Assist the Chief Financial Officer in the review of negative balance reports and communicate corrective action. • Assist the Chief Financial Officer with Federal drawdowns and maintain reconciliations of Federal funds. • Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Other • Maintain confidentiality. • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities: •*Supervise, support, and evaluate assigned Business Office staff, which may include accounting, accounts payable, payroll, purchasing, benefits, and other financial support personnel. *Assign and prioritize work to ensure duties are completed accurately, efficiently, and within established timelines. *Establish clear expectations, procedures, and performance standards for assigned staff. *Address employee concerns and performance issues in collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer and Human Resources. *Develop and maintain procedures to promote accuracy, efficiency, internal controls, and compliance. *Review staff work and financial processes for accuracy and adherence to district policies and procedures. *Promote effective communication and collaboration among Business Office staff and with other district departments. *Foster a professional, customer-service-oriented environment focused on providing timely and effective support to campuses, departments, employees, and vendors. *Maintain confidentiality and ensure assigned staff understand and follow confidentiality requirements related to employee, student, vendor, and district financial information. *Promote accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement throughout the Business Office. |
| Salary Range: | $65,000-$90,000 |
| Benefits: | |
| How To Apply: | https://skyward.iscorp.com/GodleyISDTXSky/ApplicantTracking/JobBoard/ViewJobPostings?p=49538c4113ef4e489f9724252e3672bf&w=0ef54eac4b0345dab14aa1c031f20a11 |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Melissa Block |
| Email: | mblock@godleyisd.net |
| Address: | 313 N. Pearson |
| City: | Godley |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 76044 |
| Phone: | (817) 592-4380 |
| Fax: | (817) 389-2543 |