CFO Position Profile

Overview: Jesuit High School, located in Portland, Oregon in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, was founded in 1956 by the Society of Jesus and is part of a 474-year Jesuit educational tradition. Jesuit High School is a Catholic, non-profit, coeducational college-preparatory school for grades 9-12 that serves 1,280 students of all religious faiths and backgrounds.

Jesuit is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to effectively manage and steward the school’s tangible and intangible resources consistent with its mission, vision, and goals. The CFO will collaborate closely with the president and Board of Trustees to ensure that the community is effectively and efficiently managed (strategically, operationally, and financially) in alignment with its mission of forming “Women and Men for Others.”

Position Summary: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the school, including the development of financial and operational strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to optimize school assets and report accurate financial results.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic and Financial Strategies
  •    Assists in formulating the school’s future direction and supports tactical initiatives
  •    Monitors and directs the implementation of strategic business plans
  •    Develops appropriate financial strategies for the school

• Management and Leadership
  •    Manages the Accounting, Information Technology, and Treasury Operations 
  •    Participates in key decisions as a member of the Executive Leadership Team
  •    Oversees the financial operations of subsidiary companies
  •    Manages any third parties to which accounting or finance functions have been outsourced
  •    Serves on the Finance and Endowment Committees, and on the JHS Foundation Board, and on other committees at the request of the president (e.g., capital projects committees)

• Budget and Capital
  •    Manages the capital request and budgeting processes
  •    Monitors performance measures

• Financial Aid
  •    Reviews annual financial aid applications and awards tuition grants as appropriate
  •    Helps to ensure that Jesuit remains affordable and accessible to families, no matter what their economic circumstances

• Valley Plaza Property 
  •    Assists with oversight of the Valley Plaza property, including approving new leases and renewals and interfacing with the property management company
  •    Develops the strategic business plan for the long-term optimization of Valley Plaza

• Compliance, Risk Management, and Legal
  •    Ensures that the school complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
  •    Maintains appropriate insurance coverage
  •    Monitors all open legal issues involving the school
  •    Constructs and monitors reliable control systems

• Investment and Records
  •    Invests endowment and foundation funds according to Board Investment Policies
  •    Maintains banking and financial service relationships
  •    Ensures that recordkeeping meets the requirements of auditors and governmental agencies
  •    Maintains relations with external auditors and investigates their findings and recommendations
  •    Monitors cash balances and cash forecasts
  •    Arranges for debt as necessary

• Development Efforts
  •    Supports and helps facilitate the school’s fundraising efforts

• Employee Benefits
  •    Oversees employee benefit plans, with particular emphasis on maximizing a cost-effective benefits package

• Other Responsibilities
  •    Performs other responsibilities as needed at the request and discretion of the president

Qualities and Qualifications: 

• A Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration, and/or equivalent business experience
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience for an educational community or a mid-sized business 
• Experience successfully collaborating with an executive team on the execution of strategic opportunities
• A high level of written and oral communication skills
• A strong commitment to and passion for Jesuit High School’s mission statement as a Catholic, college preparatory school in the Jesuit tradition focused on forming “Women and Men for Others”  
• A collaborative team player and creative problem-solver
• Preference will be given to candidates with an MBA in Finance and the Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designations 

Start Timeframe: We seek to have our new CFO resume duties no later than July 1, 2023.

Compensation: This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. 

Application Process: Candidates should submit all information as soon as possible to:

Roger Stewart
Director of Human Resources
rstewart@jesuitportland.org

Candidates should submit the following documents:

• Cover letter explaining their interest and qualifications for the CFO position at Jesuit High School
• Current resume

Position Opening: Evening Campus Monitor 

Major Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain a close partnership with school administrators, students, and staff in order to provide for a safe school environment.
• Ability to work outdoors, providing perimeter security and man security booths.
• Ability to coordinate with local law enforcement and Beaverton Police School Resource Officers.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Understand, interpret and apply the standards of the Jesuit High School Student Handbook.
• Be present, friendly, and visible on campus. 
• Initiate and cultivate positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and other visitors.
• Commit to ongoing professional development and training as directed by Director of the Security and administration.
• Alert school administration and Director of security to potential problems in the school and community.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities related to the safety and security of persons and property associated with Jesuit High School.
• Support administrators in critical incident response and incident-planning.
• Be prepared to execute tasks beyond the scope of safety and security to assist Jesuit High School personnel.
• Lock and unlock doors and gates.
• Monitor and patrol parking lots.
• Direct traffic during dismissal and special events.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 90 credit hours of college instruction or equivalent work experience.
• Possess or attain American Red Cross (or similar), CPR / First Aid certification.
• Experience in education, school security or National Incident Management System (NIMS) training desirable.
• Strong understanding of Catholic education and the values of the Society of Jesus.
• Be able to lift 40lbs.

Closing Date: Until filled

Starting Date: August 1, 2022; earlier start date also possible 

To Apply:

• Please upload your resume and cover letter to this folder. Please ensure that the documents are titled with your first and last name. 

More Information:

• Complete Vacancy Notice
• Complete Job Description 

Position Open: Robotics Coach

Major Responsibilities: Coordinate and coach Robotics Team and participate in FIRST Robotics Competition. 

Qualifications: Jesuit High School invites applications for the non-teaching position of Robotics Coach. This position has responsibility to prepare the robotics team to participate in the FIRST Robotics Competition working with the assistant coach. Qualified candidates will have knowledge and experience in robot coding (Java), basic robotic principles and construction (pneumatics, wiring, sensors, electronics, motor controllers). Candidates who are familiar with FRC robotics will be preferred. Candidate should be available to advise the team after school from 3-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday from January to April and potential Saturdays, but we will consider other part-time schedules.

Closing Date: Open until filled 

Starting Date: August 19, 2022

More Information:

• Complete Vacancy Notice 

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Position Available: 1.0 FTE Temporary Permanent Substitute Teacher

Major Responsibilities:

• Implement and teach lesson plans and instructions as directed by the absent teacher, or consult with the Registrar or other responsible staff if lesson plan is not provided
• Maintain a clean, respectful, and orderly classroom, and follow classroom and school procedures as directed by the school
• Leave notes for the regular teacher at the end of the teaching day
• Communicate in a friendly and positive manner towards students and administrators
• Keep records on attendance, accidents and incidents
• Ensure the safety of students at all times

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or GED, Bachelor's degree
• Valid teaching credential preferred but not required
• Experience working with children and students preferred
• Able to navigate technology
• Ability to follow and enforce rules, policies, and procedures
• Frequent walking, standing around the classroom
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Ability to pass a background check

Closing Date: Open until filled

Starting Date: January 17, 2023

Jesuit High School seeks a diverse applicant pool for this position. We welcome teachers of diverse religious, ethnic, national, cultural, and educational backgrounds to apply.

Application Procedure:

• Complete the online application below.

Application

Notice of Non-Discrimination: Jesuit High School provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Jesuit High School provides equal employment opportunities without regard to religion when Catholic faith is not a job requirement.

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Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced advancement or sales professional to serve in a fast-paced, dynamic, mission-driven environment, raising funds for capital projects, endowment and annual operating budget needs.

The School:

Jesuit High School, located in Portland, Oregon, was founded in 1956 by the Society of Jesus and is part of a 474-year Jesuit educational tradition. Jesuit is a non-profit, coeducational college-preparatory school for grades 9-12 that serves 1.280 students of all religious faiths and backgrounds. Jesuit's curriculum is founded in the educational philosophy of Jesuit founder, St. Ignatius of Loyola.

The Mission:

Jesuit education fosters the harmonious development of the adolescent student's gifts: spiritual, religious, intellectual, physical, emotional, and aesthetic. Jesuit High School hopes to accomplish this development by demonstrating a personal concern for individuals, a special concern for the poor, an articulate wisdom, enthusiasm, and a sense of community. In so doing, the school strives to graduate leaders who are committed to serve God and their fellow men and women. Our goal is to develop students with a profound sense of Justice founded in love, i.e., leaders who are "men and women for others."

Position Profile:

The Development Director is responsible for building and maintaining a portfolio of major donors to help Jesuit High School achieve its strategic and operating goals while fostering a strong donor-centric culture. This position will work closely with the Vice President of Development and other members of the Development Team to identify, solicit, cultivate and steward major donors and prospects. The Development Director will also oversee the school's two largest fundraising events, Financial Aid LIVE and the Auction Gala, by assisting with strategy and goal achievement.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develops and manages a portfolio 75-150+ current and prospective donors; solicits and closes major gifts ($10,000+), including Legacy contributions
• Oversees two of the school's primary fundraising events: Financial Aid LIVE and the Auction Gala and assists with other donor cultivation events
• Researches donor cultivation best practices for securing major gifts
• Knowledge of and experience in fundraising database systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge)

Secondary Functions:

• Attends external and internal events and provides on-site assistance as necessary
• Assumes other responsibilities and tasks as assigned by the Vice President of Development

Qualifications:

• Understanding of and a commitment to Jesuit’s mission of educating men and women for others
• Proven success in soliciting and securing major gifts in the non-profit sector or a proven track record in a high-level sales position in the corporate environment for a minimum of five years
• Ability to prioritize effectively to meet goals, work well under pressure with a high degree of accuracy, and meet deadlines
• Superior interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build effective relationships with people of diverse talents and backgrounds
• Professionalism and commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and diplomacy
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team

Education & Work Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, preferably raising major gifts ($10,000+) or five years of corporate sales experience with a track record of increased sales year over year
• Demonstrated track record of progressive program management, including budget responsibility
• Knowledge of and experience in fundraising database systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge)

Additional Job Details:

• Jesuit High School is an ADA-compliant organization. For further information about working conditions, please contact Jesuit’s Human Resources Office hiring@jesuitportland.org
• Full-time position at 40 hours/week
• Hours may exceed 40/week according to the needs of the job
• Limited out-of-town travel

Application Deadline: Open until filled

To Apply: Applications for this position should be submitted as soon as possible via email (PDF file preference).

Please send a resume, a compelling letter of interest indicating how your skills, knowledge and experience match the responsibilities articulated in the job description via email, to hiring@jesuitportland.org

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: Dependent upon experience and proven success in fundraising

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

Jesuit High School provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jesuit High School provides equal employment opportunities without regard to religion when Catholic faith is not a job requirement.

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