Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer Search
Fairview Park City School District
ABOUT FAIRVIEW PARK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Fairview Park City Schools is a high-performing suburban school district located in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, serving approximately 1,400 students across four schools.
The district is known for its commitment to academic excellence, strong fiscal stewardship, and a student-centered approach to teaching and learning. Fairview Park City Schools is supported by a community that values transparency, responsible financial management, and high-quality educational programming.
Mission: We will deliver exceptional academic and extracurricular programs that challenge the mind, instill the joy of learning, and promote responsible citizenship.
Vision: To create a supportive and engaging learning environment where students acquire skills necessary for future success and every student is empowered to reach their potential.
THE TREASURER/CFO OPPORTUNITY
The Treasurer/CFO will serve as the district's chief financial officer and will be expected to provide leadership in all areas of school finance and fiscal operations.
The Treasurer will:
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Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board of Education and the Superintendent.
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Lead the district's financial operations with accuracy, transparency, and integrity.
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Support long-term financial planning and sustainability.
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Ensure compliance with Ohio Revised Code, Auditor of State requirements, and public school finance standards.
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Provide clear, timely, and understandable financial information to the Board, staff, and community.
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Maintain strong internal controls, audit readiness, and fiscal accountability.
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Align district resources with instructional priorities, operational needs, and strategic planning.
The district has demonstrated a strong commitment to responsible financial practices, transparency, and long-range planning. The next Treasurer will be expected to build upon that foundation while helping the district navigate the evolving financial landscape facing Ohio public schools.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Strong understanding of Ohio school finance, school law, public-sector accounting, and public records requirements.
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Experience with fiscal forecasting, budgeting, appropriations, payroll, accounts payable, financial reporting, debt, investments, and internal controls.
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Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly, professionally, and accurately.
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Demonstrated commitment to transparency, fiscal accountability, and ethical leadership.
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Ability to support long-range planning and align district resources with instructional and operational priorities. complex financial information
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Experience with audits, financial statements, five-year forecasts, and public school compliance requirements.
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Ability to lead, develop, and support fiscal office staff.
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Capacity to serve as a trusted advisor to the Board of Education and Superintendent.
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Commitment to maintaining the district's strong financial practices and reputation.
COMPENSATION
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The Board anticipates offering:
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A multi-year contract.
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Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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Competitive fringe benefits.
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Annual performance evaluation.
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Terms of employment consistent with Ohio law and Board policy.
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Final salary, benefits, and contract terms will be determined by the Board of Education.
SEARCH TIMELINE
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Board of Education Assessment interview June 30, 2026
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Begin advertising and recruiting June 30, 2026
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Stakeholder Focus groups meetings TBD, 2026
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Application deadline September 4, 2026
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Finding Leader's screening and interviewing By September 4, 2026
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Report the semi-finalist list to the board By September 4, 2026
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Board first round interviews September 8, 2026
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Board due diligence activities September 9-15 , 2026
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Board finalist interviews and decision September 16, 2026
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BOE selection of new treasurer By September 16, 2026
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Contract negotiation with new treasurer By September 16, 2026
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BOE official employment of the new treasurer By September 21, 2026
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New Treasurer begins By October 1, 2026, if possible
APPLICATION PROCESS
Qualified candidates should submit application materials through Finding Leaders.
Application materials should include:
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Letter of interest.
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Current resume.
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Copy of Ohio Treasurer license or evidence of eligibility.
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Three to five professional references.
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Any additional materials requested through the Finding Leaders application process.
Apply online at: www.finderleaders.com
Application materials may be subject to Ohio public records laws.
Search Contact Information
Paul Pendleton, Finding Leaders/ESC of Northeast Ohio
216-225-2787
[email protected]
The Fairview Park City School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. The Board does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category in its employment practices.
