Business Manager (SY 25-26)

About Meridian

Meridian is a PreK-8th grade school located in Washington DC’s vibrant U Street Corridor. Our mission is to inspire a passion for learning in our students and to help them build their self-confidence and self-respect through academic achievement. Our 650+ students are a diverse mix of African-American, Latino, Asian, African, and White students. Almost 30% of our students are English language learners, and we have one of the largest Hispanic populations in DC charter schools. We are committed to building a community of teachers and staff who reflect the rich diversity of our student body.

Meridian is committed to serving families from our local communities; and one-third of our students live within a half mile of the school. The U Street Corridor was once the heart of black culture in DC and offers a tangible historical archive for our students, and Columbia Heights is one of the most racially and economically diverse neighborhoods in the District. We are also proud of the fact that Meridian is a school of choice for parents— all eight wards of the city are represented among our student population.

Meridian’s strengths include two beautiful and historic campuses, with nearby outdoor and recreational grounds; state of the art technology for students and teachers; updated and aligned curricula; an academic program laser-focused on student growth, achievement, and social-emotional development; extensive professional development and support for teachers and leaders; and a school culture grounded in student achievement, collaboration, and student-centered learning.

Join us as we continue to take Meridian from good to great! For additional information about Meridian visit mpcs-dc.org.

About the Position

The Business Manager is primarily responsible over the business functions of the local education agency. Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following core areas of the business operations: Local/State/Federal Compliance, Accounting/Procurement, Out of School Time, Operations and Logistics, IT Support Management and other operational duties assigned. This position will work from 9:45am - 6pm and supervise a team of contractors and school staff. This position will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Operations Support Support the on-boarding of new staff with IT hardware, supplies and school paraphernalia.
• Support the Operations Coordinator with arrival and dismissal procedures as well as serve as a back up to Operations Coordinator
• Supports various committees with coordination of set-up and logistical support that may require assistance from other departments
• Serves as the point of contact for all external substitute companies; ensure substitute coverage is arranged for classrooms and office support
• Ensures the field trip process is followed through to ensure all items are booked and paid for prior to trip
• Serve as the daily contact and support to School Health Services and Nursing Services
• Manage the school store with apparel sales and inventory management
• Provide support to any additional duties for the Operations of the School as requested by the Chief of Operations

• Accounts Receivable and PayableOwn procurement and purchasing for both campuses. Work with school leaders to understand needs, place order, inventory items received, handle return/exchanges, etc.
• Review and verify invoices for all school purchases
• Create purchase orders for purchases made by various departments
• Review and reconcile monthly financial reports such as credit card statements, bank deposits and staff reimbursements
• Manage all supplies coming into the school to ensure everything is accounted for
• Make weekly bank deposits to local bank

• Out of School Time ProgramsManage and ensure adherence to all grant related funding requirements and reporting (if applicable).
• Supervise extra duty staff for out of school time program
• Coordinate meetings with Out of School Time providers and other community partners
• Conduct and manage audits as required and directed by supervisor and/or funding source
• Provide oversight of the Out of School Time budget and adhere to policies and practices for receipt of these services, including monitoring service and accounting
• Administrative Support and Compliance Management
• Monitor District of Columbia, Office of State Superintendent of Education, and Federal regulations and DC Public Charter School board compliance areas for the school
• Review and submit compliance documents to entities related to finance and operations in a timely manner to ensure deadlines are met and compliance is maintained
• Recommend improvements to stay compliant with charter school regulations and policies
• Maintain electronic and hard copy operations documents such as contracts; submit contracts as needed in compliance with PCSB requirements
• Support Business Operation team members with various administrative duties as requested
• Support school opening and closing procedures for each school year
• Support the front desk with coverage on an as-needed basis for both campuses
• Support with AOM procedures as needed for both campuses

• Information TechnologyServe as the first point of contact for the day to day technology operations along with the contracted provider
• With support and guidance from the COO, support and adhere to all IT policies and procedures
• Work with IT related service providers as needed
• Provide school level management of telecommunications and IT equipment and related services

• QualificationsBachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Finance or Accounting or Minimum of five years of experience working in a non- profit organization in Operations/Business Administration or Finance
• Bi-Lingual in Spanish (speaking/writing) is a plus, but not required
• Medication Administration training must be completed within 6 months of employment

• Required Core CompetenciesExcellent communication skills, and the ability to communicate persuasively in positive and negative situations
• Capacity to accept feedback from others, make decisions, and exhibit sound and accurate judgment
• Able to work independently or with others in a team approach

• Desired AttributesWork comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent organizational skills and timely completion of tasks
• Math Aptitude: comfort with numbers and accounts payable
• Knowledge and experience using Windows, Internet Explorer and Microsoft Applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Google Documents
• Conscientiousness: Understanding that everything going out the door matters to the customer; striving for excellence
• Solid writing skills
• Customer Orientation: Good customer service skills with internal and external customers, attention to detail
• Dedication: Being persistent, punctual and dependable, with a positive, can do attitude
• Sense of Urgency: understanding the urgency of situations and address matters promptly
• Flexibility/Adaptability: open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace
• Honesty: trustworthiness with company resources and information

Physical Demands of the Position

These physical characteristics are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job safely. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mobility sufficient to move about, stand, and/or sit for extended periods, and access all locations in the work environment
• Manual skill to appropriately control and manipulate objects, tools, materials, and equipment used on the job, including a telephone and a computer
• Flexibility and strength to reach with hands and arms, bend and stoop
• Ability occasionally to lift and or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to hear and understand speech at normal room levels, and to hear and understand speech on the telephone
• Ability to speak clearly in audible tones so that others may understand
• Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Salary and Benefits

A recent TNTP Insight Survey of our teachers placed our staff’s satisfaction with compensation in the top quartile of all charter schools in DC. The salary range range for this role is $75,000-$85,000.

Meridian teachers and staff are compensated competitively for their time and have opportunities to earn additional income through leadership opportunities at the school level, offering extracurricular clubs and sports for students, and facilitating tutoring programs.

How to Apply

Do you believe that every child deserves the right to a high quality education? Do you want to prepare students for unlimited global opportunities? Apply today!

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

In accordance with Mayor's Order 2021-109, Meridian Public Charter School requires all staff to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 or obtain an approval for exemption due to medical or religious reasons.

Meridian Public Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School’s EEO policy prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Meridian PCS prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability. Under this policy, equal employment opportunity is required in recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as required by applicable law.