Initial Posting Date:

11/25/2025

Application Deadline:

01/06/2026

Agency:

Oregon Department of Education

Salary Range:

$11,373 - $17,602

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Assistant Superintendent of Finance (Budget and Fiscal Administrator 3)

Job Description:

Position Title: Assistant Superintendent of Finance (Budget and Fiscal Administrator 3)

Classification: Budget and Fiscal Administrator 3

Salary: $11,373.00 - $17,602.00 ($12,165.00 - $18,825.00 PERS)

This is an executive service position and serves at the pleasure of the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent. This role works a professional Monday–Friday schedule, with evening or weekend hours as needed, and as an FLSA-exempt position the workload may often exceed 40 hours per week. The work frequently involves highly complex, sensitive, or politically significant issues and requires consistent, collaborative, and respectful engagement with agency staff, leadership, other state agencies, local governments, the Governor’s Office, partners, providers, and community representatives. This position is a hybrid role that requires on-site presence in the Public Service Building in Salem, and additional in-person attendance in other locations may be required when business or operational needs necessitate.

About Us:

The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.

The Office of Finance provides timely and reliable fiscal and administrative services. This work ensures that all agency services adhere to applicable laws and regulations while seeking solutions focused on the needs of Oregon’s children. The office consists of the Financial Services, Business Services, Budget Services, Procurement Services, School Finance, and School Facilities units. Collectively, the office supports agency and statewide education operations through bill payment, grant processing, contract development, budget development and management, fund distribution to school districts, facilities oversight, agency space management, mail services, and reception services. The office acts as a reliable customer-service partner for the rest of the agency to meet business needs and objectives of our mission.

What You Will Do!

In this role, you will provide executive leadership for the Office of Finance and serve as a key member of the agency’s Executive Leadership Team. You will oversee multiple finance-related units, guide statewide budget development and fiscal operations, and offer strategic counsel to agency leadership on policy, funding, and operational decisions. Your work will ensure that financial systems, services, and processes are accurate, timely, equitable, and aligned with the agency’s mission.

Typical duties include:

• Leading and directing the activities of the Office of Finance through six subordinate managers, ensuring programs, services, and fiscal operations function effectively and meet state and federal requirements.

• Developing, executing, and monitoring the agency’s multi-billion-dollar budget, including forecasting resource needs, managing fund limitations, and overseeing grant, contract, and procurement processes.

• Providing strategic analysis and recommendations on fiscal policy, legislative initiatives, and organizational priorities to the Superintendent, Director, State Board of Education, and other executive leaders.

• Advancing equity-centered leadership by setting strategic goals, supporting staff, fostering culturally responsive practices, and collaborating with internal and external partners, including statewide education organizations and other state agencies.

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Minimum Qualifications (Need to Have):

Nine years of management experience;

OR

six years of management experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Minimum qualifications must be met to qualify for this position.

Desired Attributes (Nice to Have):

• Executive-level administrative experience, preferably in an education or government setting; preference may be given for experience as a Chief Financial Officer or Chief Operating Officer.

• A bachelor's degree or higher in education, administration, business, law, leadership, or a closely related field.

• Ability to lead complex finance, procurement, or administrative programs, managing multiple units and staff to meet strategic goals

• Ability to lead complex finance, procurement, or administrative programs, managing multiple units and staff to meet strategic goals.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Experience with state budget policies and processes, including legislative processes and fund-type limitations.

• Collaborate effectively with individuals and communities from diverse backgrounds, promoting equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices in decision-making. Knowledge or experience in grants, contracts, and fiscal programs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of the attributes listed.

Why Us?

At ODE, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative atmosphere. Autonomy is supported while also being offered opportunities to work in dedicated teams or partnerships across the agency. Our office supports a healthy work/life balance and shows genuine care for team members, students, partners, and school leaders. Our team members share and educate with passion for equitable practices and sustainable development for leaders across Oregon. We maintain a constant learning and growing mentality to strive for optimum innovation and consistently applied equity practices.

Our Amazing Benefits Include:

• Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost

• Paid days off –

  • 11 paid holidays per year,

  • 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year,

  • 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month,

  • Progressive vacation leave accrual and increases every 5 years.

• In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, Paid Leave Oregon, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.

• Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.

• If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer in your sick leave balance!

If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!

To Apply:

Your cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.

• Upload a resume and cover letter.

• In your cover letter, please include your qualifications relating to any of the desired attributes mentioned for this position (limit to no more than 2 pages). Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/Cover Letter field on the online application. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in the disqualification of your application.

• In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your resume and cover letter.

• Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.

• External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/Cover Letter.

• Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account.

Please contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov if you have any questions on the application process.

Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team during our ODE Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application and agency questions!

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Additional Information:

• Salary Range: The range listed is the Non-PERS salary range. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS.

• Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.

• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submission. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

• Communication: Please monitor your Workday account, as communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.

• Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.

• Background Check: This position requires successfully passing a criminal record check, which may require a fingerprint-based records check and/or credit history check, as a condition of employment.

• If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact us at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.

• Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

• Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Department of Education is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9 acceptable documents (See page 3) for employment verification.

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process

Helpful Links and Contact Information:

• Learn more about ODE

• Understanding the State Application Process

• Resources for Job Seekers

• Get There - Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.

• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon.

• For additional information, you may contact us by e-mail at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov.

The Department of Education is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.

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