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Business Service Manager

Friendship Schools

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Bank Management, Billing, Budgeting, Budgeting Software, Business Administration, Business Operations, Business Processes, Business Services, Charter Schools, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Expense Allocation, Facebook, Facilities and Maintenance, Finance, Fixed Assets, Food Services, Futures, Genetics, Healthcare, Human Resources, Leadership, LinkedIn, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Onboarding, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Protective Services, Purchasing/Procurement, Relationship Management, Social Media, Staff Requirements, Training/Teaching, Twitter, University/School Policies, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Worker's Compensation, Writing Skills, YouTube
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
3 days ago
OverviewThank you for your interest in joining Friendship Public Charter School! We are excited to review applications for anticipated vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year.Our formal interview process will begin in January 2026 for all confirmed openings. Please note that some roles may be posted in advance of confirmation, and internal applicants will be considered first for any potential vacancies.Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools serving students from pre-K3 through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in college, career, and life.We are seeking dedicated, mission-aligned professionals to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. If you are committed to accelerating student achievement, fostering joyful and rigorous learning, and preparing students for bright postsecondary futures, we encourage you to apply.We look forward to learning more about you and your passion for serving students in Washington, DC.For more information about our Teacher Evaluation Method, see the Danielson Framework for Teaching.For more information about our schools please visit the following Social Media pages: YouTube, Linkedin, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter!Please see the available salary scales: FPCS CompensationResponsibilitiesFINANCIAL* Manages and documents banking, collection of cash, purchasing, payables, and fixed assets for the school; • Follows all employment processing procedures as established by Human Resources;* Gathers, interprets, adjusts and disseminates short-term and long-term budget information; • Determines budgetary constraints, parameters for financial expenditures, and allocation of funds; • Must participate in discussion of management estimates;BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE* Orders, receives and distributes supplies;* Follows payment and invoicing procedures as outlined by Finance department;* Maintains vendor relationships;* Acts as a liaison between school staff and the community office, including, but not limited to Site Services (security, food services, facilities maintenance, and copy services), Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Extended Learning, Technology, Sponsored Programs, Health Services, and Academics;* Reports any workers compensation, property, or liability claims to the appropriate party;* Assists with employment processing including onboarding, leaves of absence and separations; • Responsible for booking travel for school staff and students;* Oversees inventory of curriculum materials;* Walks the school daily to observe, discuss and report any maintenance or security issues; • Enters any facilities service requests into School Dude software;* Coordinates submission of requests and collection of information/payments from internal and external groups to use the school facilities;* Collaborate with SIMS to support enrollment efforts for the school.LEADERSHIP* Provides regular professional development and briefings to school staff and leadership regarding business processes and procedures;* Meets regularly with the school's leadership team to determine how best to meet supplies, services, and personnel needs within budgetary constraints;* Shares leadership skills and knowledge with other Business Managers during regular Finance Department meetings; • Interacts with school's leadership team to assist with developing or revising school policies and procedures; • Serves as a point of reference on inquiries and problems associated with the business operations of the school; and • Helps develop policies that enhance the operations of the school.Qualifications* Experience in the role preferred* Experience in a grade school setting;* Bachelor's degree required; M.P.P., M.B.A. preferred;* 3-5 years of relevant experience required;* Knowledgeable of employment practices;* Excellent written and oral communication skills;* Outstanding attention to detail;* Ability to manage relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders;* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment;* Commitment to providing every child a world-class education;* Microsoft Office, Google Suite and Excel required; and VENA Budget software products preferred.FPCS's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. Employment decisions at FPCS are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual's capabilities, qualifications, training, experience and suitability.

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