(DOE-025-26) Government Representative 1 (Director of the Office of School District Fiscal Oversight)

Job summary

Direct and manage the Office of School District Fiscal Oversight to ensure the fiscal health and sustainability of state school districts. Implement proactive monitoring, risk assessment, and early intervention strategies to prevent financial crises.

Job details

Notice of Vacancy Reference Number: DOE-025-26 Title: Government Representative 1 (Director of the Office of School District Fiscal Oversight) Range/Title Code: X98/55512 Salary: $161,000.00 Position Number: 069817 Issue Date: September 30, 2026 Closing Date: October 15, 2026 Core Hours of Operation: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Location: Trenton, New Jersey Division: Division of Finance and Business Services, Office of School District Fiscal Oversight Description Direct and manage the Office of School District Fiscal Oversight, responsible for strengthening the fiscal health and long-term sustainability of school districts throughout the state. The Office serves as the Department’s central resource for proactive fiscal monitoring, risk assessment, and early intervention strategies designed to identify emerging financial challenges before they develop into significant fiscal crises. Requirements Education/Experience Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, or related field. Note: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of college. Seven (7) years of professional experience in a related field, four (4) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. Note: Applicants wishing to substitute additional experience for the required Master’s degree, must possess a total of six (6) years of combined education and experience, in addition to the required experience cited above. Preferred Education/Experience Certification and experience as a NJ School Business Administrator. Employee Benefits As a NJ State Department, NJDOE offers a comprehensive benefits package including: • Pension • Deferred Compensation • Health (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) • Tuition Reimbursement* • Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA) • 13 paid holidays • Benefit Leave (vacation days, sick days and administrative leave days) • Telework* • Alternate Work Week Program* *Pursuant to Department’s policy, procedures, and/or guidelines. Open to the Following In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed above. Interested candidates may apply via: https://www.nj.gov/education/careers/. Authorization to Work Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States according to the Department of Homeland Security, United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorships for work visas. SAME Applicants If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program, visit their website at: nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: CSC-Same@csc.nj.gov, or call the Civil Service Commission at (609)-292-4144, option 3. EOE/AA Statement The New Jersey State Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has an Affirmative Action Program, and will not discriminate against any person because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin/nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status/civil union partnership, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, disability, (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), or liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, and is committed to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

What you’ll do

Direct and manage the Office of School District Fiscal Oversight to ensure the fiscal health and sustainability of state school districts. Implement proactive monitoring, risk assessment, and early intervention strategies to prevent financial crises.

Requirements

Requires a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related field. Candidates must have seven years of professional experience, including four years in a supervisory capacity.

Benefits

• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health Insurance
• Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental Care
• Vision Care
• Life Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Days
• Sick Days
• Administrative Leave Days
• Telework

Listed skills

• Accounting · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Fiscal Oversight
• Financial Monitoring
• Risk Assessment
• Early Intervention Strategies
• Budget Management
• Strategic Planning
• Supervision
• Accounting
• Finance
• Public Policy
• School Business Administration
• Field Notes
• Policy Procedures
• Early Intervention
• Business Administration
• Optometry
• Loans
• Rehabilitation
• Public Policies
• Risk Analysis

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Education
• Office Director
• Fiscal / Budget Director (Public Sector)
• Senior Government Officials
• Chief Executives