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School Business Manager jobs are open across K-12 public school districts, charter networks, and private schools, from entry-level administrator to director of business services, with specializations in budget management, facilities oversight, and HR compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.
Job Summary:
The School Business Manager/Enrollment Specialist plays a central role in the successful launch and day-to-day operations of our new virtual charter school serving students with and without disabilities. This position serves as the operational “hub” of the school—overseeing enrollment processes, supporting families with technology access, coordinating therapy schedules, and acting as a primary liaison between families, educators, and service providers.
This individual is highly organized, family-centered, tech-savvy, and comfortable working in a fast-paced virtual environment that prioritizes accessibility, responsiveness, and inclusion.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide executive administrative support to the school principal, including organizing activities/events (i.e., field trips, volunteer activities), confidential administrative tasks (i.e., scanning, filing, data entry, copying), setting up meetings, and gatekeeper/problem solver with parents/community partners.
Enrollment & Student Records
- Coordinate all student enrollment activities, including outreach to prospective families, responding to inquiries, and guiding parents through the enrollment process
- Collect, review, and track required enrollment documentation (e.g., registration forms, IEPs/504 plans, proof of residency, immunization records, etc.)
- Maintain accurate student records in the school’s Student Information System (SIS) and ensure compliance with charter, district, and state requirements
- Serve as the primary point of contact for enrollment questions and onboarding support
- Serve as Lead for Weekly Admission Team Meeting/ensuring updating notes in SchoolMint
- Coordinate initial virtual school tours and Open Houses/conduct tours as needed.
- Assist families in finding other resources (i.e. food, Medicaid, housing) to support their child and document in Brightwheel.
Family Engagement & Parent Liaison
- Serve as a welcoming and responsive point of contact for parents and caregivers
- Communicate regularly with families regarding school procedures, schedules, platforms, and support services
- Assist families in navigating the virtual school environment and connecting them to appropriate staff when additional support is needed
- Facilitate and ensure implementation of regular Parent Engagement activities (at least quarterly)
- Serve as the head of the Child Study team for campus/follow up/document any attendance issues.
Technology & Virtual Learning Support
- Provide first line troubleshooting support to families when students experience issues accessing virtual platforms, logins, devices, or online coursework
- Coordinate with IT or platform vendors as needed to resolve recurring or higher-level technical issues
- Support onboarding of families and students to learning platforms and digital tools
School Operations & Administrative Support
- Support daily operational needs of the virtual school, including scheduling, calendars, documentation, and communication workflows
- Assist school leadership with reports, tracking, and coordination related to enrollment, attendance, and services including updating Class Lists/dashboards.
- Help develop and refine operational procedures as the school grows
- Manage office operations of the school office, including distribution of student supply kits/student devices and provide tech support to parents.
- Provide campus orientation to all new staff regarding school and Paycom procedures/systems.
- Ensures compliance and accuracy in the HR Time and Attendance system in Paycom HRIS system for all employees, monitors time to ensure staff stays on schedule (i.e., overtime), and reviews/approves campus payroll with coordination with the Principal.
- Ensure school communication (i.e., school closings, campus events, with families and staff).
- Acts as a liaison to the HR team concerning respective employee injuries, including ensuring that workers comp claims are submitted timely and assisting the employee in seeking medical care.
- Oversees, maintains, and submits all student accident claims to the Risk Management team in a prescribed manner.
- Coordinate inventory of all technology and curriculum/student supply kits, etc.
- If no School Health Assistant, ensure tracking of physical/Immunization expiration dates/notify parents to ensure compliance.
- CUM folder management Perform other duties as assigned.
Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden.
UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member may include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.
Education and Training:
- Associate degree (or equivalent college credits) Additional related work experience can be substituted for a degree.
Minimum Experience:
- 3–5 years of administrative support experience in an educational or related business environment with a strong focus on data accuracy and reporting
- Collected, managed and analyzed operational data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting
- Organized and analyzed data to identify discrepancies and improve processes
- Prepared reports using spreadsheets and database systems to support leadership decision-making
- Maintained confidential records and sensitive data in compliance with privacy and security standards
- Advanced computer and data management skills, including data entry, validation, and record maintenance
- Experience in school operations, enrollment, office management, or family engagement—preferably in a charter, virtual, or special education setting
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable with technology, virtual platforms, and learning management systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working with students with disabilities and/or related services strongly preferred
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a calm, supportive presence for families
- Family-centered and service-oriented mindset
- Strong problem-solving and follow-through
- Cultural competence and commitment to inclusive practices
- Ability to work independently in a virtual environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism
Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.
Job Summary:
The School Business Manager/Enrollment Specialist plays a central role in the successful launch and day-to-day operations of our new virtual charter school serving students with and without disabilities. This position serves as the operational “hub” of the school—overseeing enrollment processes, supporting families with technology access, coordinating therapy schedules, and acting as a primary liaison between families, educators, and service providers.
This individual is highly organized, family-centered, tech-savvy, and comfortable working in a fast-paced virtual environment that prioritizes accessibility, responsiveness, and inclusion.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide executive administrative support to the school principal, including organizing activities/events (i.e., field trips, volunteer activities), confidential administrative tasks (i.e., scanning, filing, data entry, copying), setting up meetings, and gatekeeper/problem solver with parents/community partners.
Enrollment & Student Records
- Coordinate all student enrollment activities, including outreach to prospective families, responding to inquiries, and guiding parents through the enrollment process
- Collect, review, and track required enrollment documentation (e.g., registration forms, IEPs/504 plans, proof of residency, immunization records, etc.)
- Maintain accurate student records in the school’s Student Information System (SIS) and ensure compliance with charter, district, and state requirements
- Serve as the primary point of contact for enrollment questions and onboarding support
- Serve as Lead for Weekly Admission Team Meeting/ensuring updating notes in SchoolMint
- Coordinate initial virtual school tours and Open Houses/conduct tours as needed.
- Assist families in finding other resources (i.e. food, Medicaid, housing) to support their child and document in Brightwheel.
Family Engagement & Parent Liaison
- Serve as a welcoming and responsive point of contact for parents and caregivers
- Communicate regularly with families regarding school procedures, schedules, platforms, and support services
- Assist families in navigating the virtual school environment and connecting them to appropriate staff when additional support is needed
- Facilitate and ensure implementation of regular Parent Engagement activities (at least quarterly)
- Serve as the head of the Child Study team for campus/follow up/document any attendance issues.
Technology & Virtual Learning Support
- Provide first line troubleshooting support to families when students experience issues accessing virtual platforms, logins, devices, or online coursework
- Coordinate with IT or platform vendors as needed to resolve recurring or higher-level technical issues
- Support onboarding of families and students to learning platforms and digital tools
School Operations & Administrative Support
- Support daily operational needs of the virtual school, including scheduling, calendars, documentation, and communication workflows
- Assist school leadership with reports, tracking, and coordination related to enrollment, attendance, and services including updating Class Lists/dashboards.
- Help develop and refine operational procedures as the school grows
- Manage office operations of the school office, including distribution of student supply kits/student devices and provide tech support to parents.
- Provide campus orientation to all new staff regarding school and Paycom procedures/systems.
- Ensures compliance and accuracy in the HR Time and Attendance system in Paycom HRIS system for all employees, monitors time to ensure staff stays on schedule (i.e., overtime), and reviews/approves campus payroll with coordination with the Principal.
- Ensure school communication (i.e., school closings, campus events, with families and staff).
- Acts as a liaison to the HR team concerning respective employee injuries, including ensuring that workers comp claims are submitted timely and assisting the employee in seeking medical care.
- Oversees, maintains, and submits all student accident claims to the Risk Management team in a prescribed manner.
- Coordinate inventory of all technology and curriculum/student supply kits, etc.
- If no School Health Assistant, ensure tracking of physical/Immunization expiration dates/notify parents to ensure compliance.
- CUM folder management Perform other duties as assigned.
Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden.
UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member may include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.
Education and Training:
- Associate degree (or equivalent college credits) Additional related work experience can be substituted for a degree.
Minimum Experience:
- 3–5 years of administrative support experience in an educational or related business environment with a strong focus on data accuracy and reporting
- Collected, managed and analyzed operational data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting
- Organized and analyzed data to identify discrepancies and improve processes
- Prepared reports using spreadsheets and database systems to support leadership decision-making
- Maintained confidential records and sensitive data in compliance with privacy and security standards
- Advanced computer and data management skills, including data entry, validation, and record maintenance
- Experience in school operations, enrollment, office management, or family engagement—preferably in a charter, virtual, or special education setting
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable with technology, virtual platforms, and learning management systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working with students with disabilities and/or related services strongly preferred
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a calm, supportive presence for families
- Family-centered and service-oriented mindset
- Strong problem-solving and follow-through
- Cultural competence and commitment to inclusive practices
- Ability to work independently in a virtual environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism
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Who's Hiring
- Indiana University10
- University of California Berkeley10
- Cedarville University7
- University of Virginia7
- Aramark6
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in school business manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field
- Experience managing public school or government fund accounting
- Proficiency with district financial management software such as Infinite Visions or Tyler Munis
- Knowledge of state and federal education funding regulations and reporting requirements
- ASBO International School Business Official certification or progress toward it
- Experience overseeing payroll, benefits administration, and HR compliance for school staff
Tips for Your School Business Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to district finance
Highlight budget figures you've managed, funding sources you've administered, and audit cycles you've completed. School district hiring committees want to see experience with fund accounting and categorical budgets, not just general finance credentials.
Earn the ASBO certification first
Many districts require or strongly prefer the School Business Official credential from ASBO International. If you're applying without it, note active enrollment in the program on your resume so reviewers don't screen you out automatically.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists school business manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your state funding model
Job descriptions that reference your state's specific funding formula or reporting system signal a district that values local experience. Align your cover letter language to those exact terms to pass both ATS filters and human review.
Prepare a scenario answer on budget cuts
Interviewers almost always ask how you've handled mid-year budget shortfalls or state aid reductions. Walk through a specific situation, the trade-offs you evaluated, and the outcome, using real figures without disclosing confidential district data.
Negotiate start date around fiscal year close
School districts run on July-to-June fiscal years. Negotiating a start date after June 30 gives your predecessor time to close the books cleanly and prevents you from inheriting an unfinished audit cycle on day one.
School Business Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most school business managers?
Indiana University, University of California Berkeley, and Cedarville University are hiring the most school business managers right now, with openings concentrated in Virginia, California, and Indiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Larger urban and suburban districts tend to post the most openings because they maintain dedicated business offices rather than splitting the role across other administrators.
How many school business manager jobs are remote?
About 55% of school business manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of facilities oversight and in-person board meeting attendance. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are grant reporting, financial analysis, and policy compliance review, where the work is document-based.
How do you become a school business manager?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or public administration, then gain experience in school or government finance, ideally managing fund-based budgets. Pursue the ASBO International School Business Official credential, which most districts recognize. Build familiarity with your state's education funding formulas and move into a district finance or operations role before applying for a business manager position.
Can you get a school business manager job with little experience?
Yes, some smaller or rural districts will hire candidates from adjacent roles such as school accountant, payroll coordinator, or district budget analyst if you can demonstrate fund accounting knowledge. Earning your ASBO certification or enrolling in the program offsets limited direct experience. Targeting assistant business manager or business services coordinator titles is a practical first step into the field.
What does the school business manager interview process look like?
Most districts run a two-stage process: a screening interview with HR focused on credentials and compliance knowledge, followed by a panel interview with the superintendent and board representatives that tests budget scenario judgment and leadership style. You may be asked to review a sample budget or respond to a fiscal policy case study. References from prior district finance supervisors carry significant weight in the final decision.
Where can I find and apply to school business manager jobs?
You can find and apply to school business manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from districts and school organizations across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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