Chief Business Officer - CBO at Needles Unified

Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted
8/7/2026
Contact
Cindy Smith
760-326-4057
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
Fully District Paid Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for employees and family
Length of Work Year
260 days
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Salary Range: $132,000 - $164,000 Annually ( + $5000 for Chief Business Officer Professional Designation ) Brief: Under the direction of the Superintendent, administers all ?nancial matters for the district; prepares annual budgets; approves purchases; evaluates employees in the business department; responsible for state and federal program reporting; district data collections and submissions, civil rights data collection, serves as Needles Uni?ed School District Native American Liaison, and District Administrative Team.

Requirements / Qualifications

Necessary Materials for Application: Completed Ed-join online application / Needles USD Employment Application Letter of application/introduction describing how the candidate’s experience, skills, and abilities meet the minimum qualifications for this position; Current resume; Official Transcripts; Three (3) current (dated and signed within three years) letters of reference.

First applicant screening will be conducted August 26, 2026 Submit complete application and all required documents to: Cindy Smith, Exec. Asst. to the Supt.: cindy_smith@needlesusd.net Dr. Garry Cameron, Supt.: garry_cameron@needlesusd.net Telephone #: 760-326-4057

Requirements / Qualifications

Necessary Materials for Application: Completed Ed-join online application / Needles USD Employment Application Letter of application/introduction describing how the candidate’s experience, skills, and abilities meet the minimum qualifications for this position; Current resume; Official Transcripts; Three (3) current (dated and signed within three years) letters of reference.

First applicant screening will be conducted August 26, 2026 Submit complete application and all required documents to: Cindy Smith, Exec. Asst. to the Supt.: cindy_smith@needlesusd.net Dr. Garry Cameron, Supt.: garry_cameron@needlesusd.net Telephone #: 760-326-4057

Comments and Other Information

Desired Qualifications: A Bachelor of Arts/Science degree in business administration or school business administration. FCMAT or CASBO Certificate of Professional Designation as CBO. Previous experience as a business officer in a school district. Familiarity with transportation, maintenance, facilities, food service, purchasing and construction. Experience in public education as a teacher, site level administrator, program department head, or other related field Masters of Arts/Science Degree. A minimum of five (5) years in school site and or district administration. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Possession of a valid state driver’s license Demonstrated achievement in school budget control and business management practices.

Comments and Other Information


Desired Qualifications: A Bachelor of Arts/Science degree in business administration or school business administration. FCMAT or CASBO Certificate of Professional Designation as CBO. Previous experience as a business officer in a school district. Familiarity with transportation, maintenance, facilities, food service, purchasing and construction. Experience in public education as a teacher, site level administrator, program department head, or other related field Masters of Arts/Science Degree. A minimum of five (5) years in school site and or district administration. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Possession of a valid state driver’s license Demonstrated achievement in school budget control and business management practices.