Treasurer Search for Bath Local School District

The Mission of the Bath Local Schools, in partnership with parents and the community, is to educate all students to become responsible, caring, productive citizens and life-long learners by providing diverse and challenging learning experiences in a welcoming, safe, and positive environment.

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The Bath Local School District Board of Education is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Treasurer. The Board seeks an effective administrator in financial and administrative leadership to fill the vacancy created by the choice of the current Treasurer to not return from FMLA leave.

Financial Data

Operating Millage
Inside	6.15 Outside Voted	12.85

Appropriations

FY23 actual FY24 forecast

$15,656,036
$14,499,627	(259 days)

Outside Effective Residential/Ag	12.85 Outside Effective Commercial	12.85 Bond	3.25 P.I.	3.25

General Fund Revenue

Local Taxes                        51.1% State Funds                       48.9%

Substitute Total Valuation

11.553 $322,452,560

About the District:

Bath Local School District is located in Allen County and encompasses 42 square miles. Bath Local School District is a

K-12 public school district with a single campus of an elementary school (K-5), a middle school (6-8) and high school (9-12). We offer a challenging academic program to all students placing them on a pathway that will set them up for success beyond their school years. The school partners with Marimor Industries, Apollo Career Center, Allen County Board of DD, Rhodes State College, The Ohio State University – Lima, University of Findlay, Ohio Northern University, Bowling Green State University, and the University of Northwestern Ohio.

Enrollment	1,800 Certificated Employees	109 Non-Certificated Employees	86 Administrators/Supervisors	13 Average Teacher Salary	$67,705
Bachelor’s Degree Holders           30 Master’s Degree Holders              79
73% possess advanced degrees

Bath Township has approximately 10,000 residents with surrounding communities having a population of 85,000. Lima boasts two hospitals – Lima Memorial and St. Rita’s Medical Center. Additional medical facilities include a Cancer Treatment Center, a Coronary Care Unit as well as the Orthopedic Institute of Ohio/Institute for Orthopedic Surgery. Other major local employers include the Ford Motor Company, Dana, Procter & Gamble, General Dynamics, Ashland, Cenovus, Fort Amanda Specialties, INEOS and Nutrien.

Many opportunities are available for career, post-secondary options, co-curricular, and extra-curricular activities. Extra-curricular activities are encouraged and well supported. Students participate in a wide range of organizations and excellent music programs. Bath Local Schools is host to a strong music department, with solid support from the Bath Music Association. You will find the “Tradition of Excellence” band on our football field Friday nights and the pep band entertaining fans during home basketball games. Band and choir are offered to every student in grades 5-12. We have a long tradition of strong support of a full slate of athletic teams in the competitive WBL Conference.

Qualifications & Responsibilities:

The Treasurer/CFO is responsible for overseeing the entire financial operations of the organization, the accuracy and timeliness of all state and federal reporting, the development of the annual district operating budget and the Five-Year Forecast. The CFO is an active participant on the leadership team and will provide leadership for the district in areas including finance, strategic planning, program development, and is a resource for business and human resource functions. The applicant must possess a valid Ohio Treasurer’s license. Successful experience as a School Treasurer is preferred. The CFO must maintain high integrity, high standards of ethics, and champion communication within the District and the community. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following financial leadership proficiencies:

•     Proven ability to work with others – a team player •     Strong financial and detail-oriented reporting skills
•	Ability to facilitate educational discussions/decisions through a financial lens •	Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills
•	Demonstrated knowledge of state and local funding issues, Ohio laws and regulations pertaining to public schools
•	Experience in effective process management and organizational skills •	Leadership skills for staff and various finance committees
•	Experience with and understanding of operating software and procedures

•	Expertise in developing, communicating, and managing business ofice procedures

•	Strong staff development skills to mentor Treasurer’s ofice staff and create bench depth of skills

Compensation and Terms of Employment:

The Board intends to offer the successful candidate a contract, as per law. The base salary range is expected to be $90,000 to $115,000 and is negotiable commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Process

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Please submit:

•	Cover Letter emphasizing qualifications and reasons for interest
•	Current Resume
•	List of (3) professional references who can speak to your qualifications and experience
•	Copy of current Ohio Treasurer’s license

Email documents to TreasurerSearch@BathWildcats.org or mail to TreasurerSearch, 2650 Bible Rd, Lima OH 45804

Note: All application materials submitted are subject to public records law.
	Tentative Timeline

Announce Vacancy	11-22-23 Application Materials Due	1-5-24
Initial Interviews	week of 1-22-24 Final Interviews	week of 1-29-24 Action to Employ	2-1-24

Start date immediately, subject to candidate availability.

Bath Local Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is offered without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, economic status, age, disability, legally acquired genetic information, or military status.

Applicants should not make personal contact with Board of Education members.