VENTURA COUNTY SCHOOLS BUSINESS SERVICES AUTHORITY SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE FOR THE POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL BUSINESS SERVICES This supplemental questionnaire has been designed to provide you the opportunity to apply your knowledge, skills and abilities to specific situations. Please provide complete, but concise answers for each of the questions. This supplemental questionnaire must be submitted along with your complete employment application packet. As you complete the questionnaire, be aware that you are competing in the first phase of the application process. It is your responsibility to assure that all information you deem important to your candidacy is included with your application and this questionnaire. Incomplete, illegible or vague responses may disqualify your application. It is strongly recommended that this supplemental application be typed. Please be aware that a panel of experts in the field will be reviewing your completed supplemental questionnaire. This evaluation will be based on the technical information, background, training, experience, evidence of creative thought, soundness of reasoning, and understanding of the field evidenced by your answers, as well as the ability to provide clear, concise, orderly responses demonstrating correct English usage. Completion of this form is REQUIRED of all applicants for the position of Director of School Business Services and must be delivered during business hours to the Ventura County Schools Business Services Authority (VCSBSA): 5189 Verdugo Way, Camarillo, CA 93012. Completed questionnaires may also be mailed to the VCSBSA and must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 2, 2010. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- APPLICANT: NAME: (Last) (First) (Middle) ADDRESS: (Number) (Street) (Apt.) (City) (State) (Zip Code) SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: (For identification purposes only) I certify that the information contained in this supplemental questionnaire is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I further acknowledge that I am aware that any false statement may cause my application to be disqualified or potential future employment to be terminated. Date Signature Page 1 of 9
DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL BUSINESS SERVICES SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE 1) Describe the process and timelines you consider necessary in developing an annual budget for multiple funds, including who would be involved and to what extent. Page 2 of 9
2) Describe your experience in the following areas: (include where and when you gained this experience) a. Organizing, directing and providing leadership in a finance department, preferably in a school district, including such areas as payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other funds. b. Maintaining fund balances, expenditures, and income from federal and state programs and projects. Page 3 of 9
c. Working with auditors and the preparation of audit schedules. d. Developing the financial data to assist an organization in obtaining debt financing. e. GASB 34 implementation and maintaining a fixed asset system. Page 4 of 9
f. Enrollment and staffing projections. g. Multi-year projections. h. Developing and maintaining an organizational chart of accounts. Page 5 of 9
3) Describe the nature and scope of your experience and responsibilities related to presentation of written and oral financial reports to members of elected governing boards, the Superintendent, colleagues, subordinates and the general public. Page 6 of 9
4) Describe your approach for managing and motivating staff the ensure excellent customer service. Page 7 of 9
5) Describe your experience with the SACS financial software (or equivalent), including the mechanics of getting software onto your computer, the data entry required and how you would use the information in your role as a CBO. Page 8 of 9
6) Charter Schools are readily becoming a part of the alternative education landscape. What experience have you had working with charter schools? If you have not had experience with these schools, describe your plan for assuring adequate assignment and monitoring of charter school funds. Page 9 of 9