Job Description
Position Type: Administration
Date Posted: 8/12/2026
Location: Liberty Union District
Date Available: Jan. 2027 des., but flxbl
Closing Date: Until Filled
Requirements: - Must hold a current and valid Ohio School Treasurer License
- 5+ years of experience as an Ohio School Treasurer desirable
Current Salary Range : $110,532.09 to $182,662.98
Start : Jan. 1, 2027, desired, but flexible
Questions should be directed to : Shawn Shook, Board President, at shawndshook@yahoo.com or Mary Davis, Admin. Assistant to the Superintendent, at mary.davis@libertyunion.org.
Responsibility The Treasurer of the Liberty Union-Thurston Local School District is directly responsible to the Board of Education and performs the function of the office according to State Statute and Board Policy.
Duties The Treasurer shall act as secretary and treasurer for the Board of Education.
He/she is responsible for the financial budget and record keeping of the district as spelled out in State Statute. Other administrative duties may be assigned to the position as deemed necessary by the Board of Education.
In lieu of executing a surety bond, the Board has authorized the Treasurer to be covered by an insurance policy issued by a Board-approved and accredited insurance carrier of joint self-insurance pool. The policy must cover the Board from losses caused by the fraudulent or dishonest actions of, and the failure to perform a duty prescribed by law of the Treasurer or other employee. Coverage must be equal to or greater than the amount required by the Board for a surety bond.
Secretary of the Board 1. The Treasurer is responsible in maintaining a correct written journal of all board meetings making sure the minutes are developed, approved, and signed by the President of the Board and attested by the Treasurer.
2. Responsible to keep all official board files on correspondence and reports.
3. Along with the Board President, the Treasurer is responsible for entering into contractual relationships for all contracts, bonds, legal documents, agreement and conveyances for the Board of Education.
4. Prepare all legal advertisements as directed by the Board and receive all bids in the manner provided by statute. Results of said bids are to be opened, read and entered into the board minutes.
5. Prepare reports as required by county, state and federal laws.
6. Receive purchase orders for supplies and services. Supervise preparation of all purchase orders and maintain a file on such orders.
7. Shall serve as the official representative of the Board of Education for attesting signature of the President and/or Vice-President on all requiring their signatures.
Treasurer of the Board 1. Shall serve as the school district's chief fiscal employee and represent the same at all public meetings.
2. Responsible for making all deposits of the school district from all sources as required by State Statute.
3. The Treasurer shall serve as custodian and treasurer of all school funds and keep account of all funds in the manner described by State Statute and required by the State Bureau of Inspection.
4. Compiles and files all financial reports as required by State or Federal laws.
5. Prepare monthly financial statements for each board member showing revenues, expenditures, balances in various board accounts and balances remaining in each appropriation.
6. Prepare an annual financial (GAAP) report to the Board of Education no later than 150 days from the close of the fiscal year.
7. Arranges for depository contracts with eligible financial institutions as required by law and supervise the investment of inactive and interim funds.
8. Required to sign all checks issued for the disbursement of school funds. If incapacitated the Board of Education may appoint an officer of the district to sign such checks.
9. Responsible for the preparation of the payroll function for the employees of the school district and make payment to the licensed teachers.
10. Maintain sick leave records on all employees.
11. Responsible for the preparation and collection of bills due the school district for building fee rentals, tuition and other moneys due the school district.
12. Official custodian for fiscal records of all federal programs in which the school district is participating.
13. Sign purchase orders and contracts certifying that sufficient moneys are available to pay for such purchases.
14. Responsible for the issuance and sale of bonds under the statutes of Ohio law.
15. Supervise any audits of school or department accounts as required by the Board.
Financial Planning 1. Along with the superintendent, prepare the annual budget and be responsible for the filing of the report as required by statute.
2. Along with the superintendent, prepare the appropriations each year and file the annual appropriation resolution.
3. Develop procedures for providing the Board of Education information concerning anticipated revenues and expenditures for cash flow projections. Make short-term planning projections (one year or less) along with long term projections of financial needs.
Administrative Duties 1. Perform other duties as may be deemed advisable by the Board of Education which are not in conflict with statutory duties.
2. Perform general responsibilities and authority within the framework of the Board of Education policies not covered by laws and regulations of the State of Ohio or Federal government.
3. Serve as general administrator of the school insurance program for the assets of the district.
4. Serve as liaison officer with the district personnel in providing information about the various fringe benefits provided by the Board of Education.
5. Responsible for the supervision, assignment of work duties and evaluation of all personnel employed in the Treasurer's office.
Note: It is understood that state mandated treasurer duties hold priority over assigned duties.
Job Tags
Temporary work, Interim role, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours