Chief Financial Officer
Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year

Salary:
Competitive

About Stamford Public Schools:
The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate staff who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!

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General Statement:
The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for the efficient and effective leadership of the Finance Department of the school district. It requires the management of the annual district budget, collaboration with schools and departments on budget development and monitoring, maintenance and improvement of financial systems and procedures, and oversight of the transportation and food service programs and district real estate swing space needs.

CSDE Educator Certification Requirements:

CT CSDE School Business Administrator certification (085), or eligibility, preferred.

See job description attached at the top of the posting for:

Major Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Qualifications

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

Application Procedures:
Online application is required and must be filled out completely even if attaching a resume. “See attached resume” is not acceptable. Only submitted applications of candidates who meet the stated posting requirements will be considered.

Required Application Documents:
To be considered for this position, please provide the following:

A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.
A current resume.
Three (3) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years.
- External candidates must submit a letter from either a current or recent supervisor.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.

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