Treasurer - Bay Village Schools

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Bay Village City School District
In partnership with Finding Leaders

Bay Village is a residential lakefront community along five scenic miles of Lake Erie, approximately 20 minutes west of downtown Cleveland, with a population of about 15,000. Bay Village City Schools is the city’s largest employer, with more than 400 dedicated staff members who serve a highly engaged and supportive community.

Known as One Rocket Nation
, Bay Village Schools is consistently recognized for academic excellence, music education, and the arts. More than 83% of students participate in extracurricular activities, the district maintains a 97% graduation rate, and over 85% of graduates pursue post‑secondary education.

In May 2025, voters approved a Permanent Improvement Levy with more than 70% support, advancing the district’s Facilities for the Future Plan focused on safety, accessibility, capital improvements, and modernized learning environments. Guided by its Strategic Plan, Bay Village Schools prepares students PreK–12 to Learn, Launch, and Lead.

Bay Village Schools prepares graduates to be:

• Critical Thinkers
• Creative Problem Solvers
• Empathetic Communicators
• Engaged Citizens
• Resilient Learners

One Rocket Nation is a caring community that empowers students to be happy, successful, and future‑ready through engaging, inclusive, and meaningful learning experiences.

Bay Village City Schools seeks a strategic, detail‑oriented Treasurer to steward district finances, ensure fiscal accountability, and support long‑term sustainability. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial operations in a high‑performing district with strong community support, recent voter‑approved investments, and a clear strategic direction focused on student success.

The Treasurer will serve as a key partner to the Board of Education and Superintendent, supporting transparent decision‑making, long‑range financial planning, and responsible implementation of the district’s Facilities for the Future Plan.

• Valid Ohio School Treasurer license (or ability to obtain within required timeframe)
• Demonstrated experience in school district finance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash management
• Experience with levy planning, permanent improvement funding, and capital project oversight
• Strong knowledge of Ohio school finance laws, reporting requirements, and internal controls
• Proven ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to boards, administrators, and the community
• Strategic mindset with a commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement

The Board offers a competitive compensation package, including a multi‑year contract with annual performance reviews. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Final date to receive applications:
  February 27, 2026
• Initial Interviews (Finding Leaders):
  February 27, 2026
• Board Interviews:
  March 9 - 13, 2026
• Final Interviews:
  March 23- 27, 2026
• Contract Approved:
  By March 31, 2026
• Start Date:
  
  April 24, 2026 (or as negotiated)

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, résumé, credentials, and references at:

Contact Information:

Paul Pendleton, Chris Hnke
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, chris.hanke