Employment

Position: Maintenance/Grounds Technician

Building: District

Preferred Qualifications:

  1.   Experience and knowledge in basic maintenance and grounds, such as carpentry, electricity, HVAC, plumbing, etc.

  2.   High school diploma or GED required, college or trade school classes preferred.

  3.   Possess good habits, character and attendance records

  4.   Possess experience in custodial and maintenance preferred

  5.   Good communication and technology skills and willingness to learn new job skills

Skills & Abilities

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Be responsible for general maintenance, security, and condition of all district buildings, grounds.

  • Perform the following services, in a safe, efficient manner; or contacts for Director of Operations for permission to contract with another vendor in some cases.

    • Plowing

    • Carpentry

    • Plumbing

    • Refrigeration

    • Glass

    • Roof Repairs

    • Hardware

    • Wiring and Electrical

    • Motors and Switches

  • Determine what is needed to complete assigned tasks and skillfully and efficiently use time and resources to execute those tasks.

  • Identify and resolve maintenance and/or operational problems within the district.

  • Work safely and report any unsafe or dangerous conditions on school properties or within the building or irregular use of buildings and grounds.

  • Maintain effective lines of communication with staff that is prompt and professional.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations or the Superintendent.

     

Internal Candidates:

Interested candidates for this position may apply by sending a letter of interest to Enos Bacon at P.O. Box 399, East Jordan, MI 49727 or anachazel@ejps.org

External Candidates:

Interested candidates for this position may apply by sending a letter of interest to Enos Bacon at P.O. Box 399, East Jordan, MI 49727 or anachazel@ejps.org

Application Deadline: August 9, 2024 or until filled

Position: Director of Finance and Business

Building: Administrative Office

Reports to: Superintendent

Term of Employment: 12-month contract

Salary: Based on experience and level of education

Benefits: Administrative benefit package

District Overview: East Jordan Public Schools is located in Charlevoix and Antrim Counties and serves approximately 760 students in one elementary school and one middle/high school.  East Jordan Public Schools has gorgeous top-notch facilities, is located near beautiful Lake Charlevoix, and has a warm and welcoming staff and administration willing to support you – there is no finer place to work!

Position Summary: Direct and administer finance and business services including, but not limited to, financial planning, budgeting, general accounting, financial reporting, payroll, cash management, manage employee benefits and district insurance claims. Assure the smooth, efficient, and accurate operation of the office so that the office's maximum positive impact on the educational system can be realized as an effective part of the educational process.

Essential Functions:

  • Manage all accounting functions including accounts payable, purchasing, payroll, grant accounting, district revenues, bond finances, and general accounting operations

  • Develop, in collaboration with the Superintendent, the current operational and projected long-range budgets necessary to meet the educational needs of the district

  • Maintain and report long and short term cash flow activities to the Superintendent

  • Ensure proper and adequate records are maintained so that all district funds are properly safeguarded, all property is accounted for, and accurate financial reports are available to the Superintendent and Board of Education

  • Supervise activity fund accounts which include execution of procedures to ensure proper receipts for monies received, the issuance of checks upon preparation of authorization, preparation of monthly reports of fund balances and annual reconciliation of each fund account

  • Conducts year-end audit and state reporting (FID) and all business related reports required for state and federal purposes

  • Provides leadership and oversight for the annual financial audit of the district

  • Responsible for administration of employee insurance plans

  • Manage the reporting of workers’ compensation claims and unemployment claims

  • Manages the district’s insurance programs; including property & casualty, liability, workers’ compensation and unemployment

  • Manage District’s budget development and process for Federal and State grant.

  • Monitor Local, State, and Federal grants to ensure funds are being spent within the guidelines of the grant contract

  • Assists with labor contract negotiations at the direction of the superintendent and provides necessary and pertinent financial data to the district negotiating team(s)

  • Attends and provides financial reports at regular or special board meetings, board work sessions, and board committee meetings

  • Responsible for supervision of Business Office personnel

  • Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job duty

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Business Administration

  • Possess, qualify and/or willingness to obtain the Michigan School Business Officials Chief Financial Officer Certification

  • Minimum of two to three (2-3) years practical work in fund accounting or school/government audits

  • Supervisory experience preferred

  • Experience with software and operations of computerized financial accounting systems

  • Strong organizational and leadership skills

  • Possess a high level of integrity, dependability and strong data analysis skills

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite

  • Ability to review and interpret financial data

  • Strong accounting, payroll and bookkeeping skills

  • Ability to prepare financial statements and financial reports

  • Excellent communication (oral, written and listening) and interpersonal relations skill to maintain an effective working relationship with board members, administrators, teachers, support staff and community members and/or legal professionals.

Internal Candidates:

Interested candidates for this position may apply by sending a letter of interest and resume to Enos Bacon at P.O. Box 399, East Jordan, MI 49727 or anachazel@ejps.org

External Candidates:

Interested candidates for this position may apply by sending a letter of interest and resume to Enos Bacon at P.O. Box 399, East Jordan, MI 49727 or anachazel@ejps.org

Application Deadline: August 2, 2024 or Until Filled

Position:

Middle School Cheerleading - Winter Competitive Cheer

Building:

Middle/High School

Preferred Qualifications: 

Candidates must show competency in the specific coaching area sought and have the ability to plan, develop and implement a quality program. Candidates must display basic knowledge of physical conditioning and first aid as well as demonstrate a strong commitment to positive sportsmanship for themselves and their athletes.

Preferences:

Position is needed for the 2024-2025 school year

Previous experience preferred but not required

Apply in Writing to:

Interested candidates should file a letter of interest and current resume, including references, to: Phyllis Olszewski, Athletic Director East Jordan Public School, PO Box 399, East Jordan, MI 49727 or by email to polszewski@ejps.org

Application Deadline:

Until Filled

Position:

Custodian

Building:

Building TBD

Preferred Qualifications: 

  1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required

  2. Previous custodial and grounds experience preferred but not required

  3. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

  4. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

  5. Comfortable squatting, twisting, bending, and kneeling while using tools and performing maintenance tasks

  6. Possess working knowledge of the methods, technique, and materials used in custodial work

  7. Ability to climb ladders and work from heights

  8. Familiar with operating, caring for, and storing custodial equipment and supplies

Skills & Abilities

  • Maintain floors in a clean state by sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, and waxing them

  • Empty and clean trash receptacles and collect recycling

  • Clean, sanitize, and supply bathrooms

  • Clean and service custodial equipment as needed

  • Perform minor repairs on furniture, buildings, and equipment

  • Report any safety, sanitary, or fire hazards to the appropriate department

  • Lock and unlock windows, doors, and gates

  • Ensure grounds areas are clean and orderly

Candidates:

Interested candidates should file a letter of interest with Ryan Novotny, East Jordan Public Schools, P.O. Box 399, East Jordan, MI 49727 or rnovotny@ejps.org.

Employment Application

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of the East Jordan Public School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment.

For information, contact: Enos Bacon 304 Fourth Street PO Box 399 East Jordan, MI 49727 (231)-536-3131 ebacon@ejps.org