Job Description

Organization: Colorado League of Charter Schools

Job Title: Vice-President of Finance and Strategy

Category: Full-time

The Colorado League of Charter Schools exists to improve student achievement and expand choice among high quality public schools by serving and supporting Colorado’s charter schools. The League seeks candidates for the position of Vice-President of Finance and Strategy.

Position Overview:

The position will be responsible for directing all financial policies and practices, and for overseeing the continuing implementation of the organization’s strategic plan. The VP of Finance and Planning will be a member of a small management team responsible for overall direction, setting specific milestones and objectives, evaluating performance, and maintaining a strong organizational culture.

Specifically, the Vice-President of Finance and Strategy is responsible for directing all financial functions of the organization, including budget development and tracking, accounting, vendor management, and an annual audit. In addition, this position is responsible for directing the League’s human resource and compensation systems, including employment policies, benefits, hiring processes, employee evaluations, and new employee orientations.

The Vice-President of Finance and Strategy plays an important role in working with the President and Board President on the League’s governance processes and also with the Board Finance Committee. Last, this position supervises a small operations staff and oversees all operational aspects of the organization.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least five years related management experience required. An advanced degree such as an MBA or MA is encouraged but not required. 
• Demonstrated commitment to the charter school movement and the principles of school choice.
• Ability to independently lead, manage and accept responsibility for a variety of complex organizational functions.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Superior communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups and populations.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience with organizational leadership and supervising employees in a positive manner.
• Demonstrated skills in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Jim Griffin, President, at careers@coloradoleague.org. Resumes are being accepted through Friday, March 12, 2010.

Date Posted: 2010-03-01

Closing Date: 2010-03-12