Director of Budget Services and Financial Planning

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Published Date: Dec 1, 2025

Location: US

Company: Los Angeles Unified School District

SALARY DETAILS

 

$190,780.00 - $237,670.00 Yearly

APPLICATION FILING DATES

 

December 1, 2025 - December 16, 2025

INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD

 

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

 

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THIS RECRUITMENT

 

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer anticipates hiring a DIRECTOR OF BUDGET SERVICES AND FINANCIAL PLANNING who will direct the administration of the Budget Services and Financial Planning Division by planning, organizing, directing, and reviewing the District functions of budget planning and administration and financial services for schools.

 

This position is a full-time, 12-month (A-Basis) assignment. The role is based in person at the LAUSD Central Office, located at 333 South Beaudry Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90017. 

 

Important Note: Incumbents hired for this job must report to work on-site 5 days a week.  

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

 

The ideal candidate is a strategic and experienced financial executive with a strong background in K–12 school district finance. They bring extensive expertise in budgeting, accounting, auditing, fiscal controls, and long-range financial planning, along with a solid understanding of the California School Accounting Manual, Education Code requirements, and attendance and enrollment reporting.
 
They excel at leading complex financial operations, developing and managing large-scale budgets, and conducting data-driven research and analysis. They bring a proven record of designing and implementing effective financial systems, preparing financial forecasts, and navigating the operational challenges of school finance. Their decision-making is data-driven, analytical, and grounded in sound financial principles and public-sector best practices.
 
The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator who can translate complex fiscal information into clear guidance for senior leadership, school site staff, policymakers, and community stakeholders. They are confident presenting to the Board of Education, legislators, government agencies, and public audiences and are skilled at explaining the District’s financial position, projections, and policy implications.
 
They demonstrate strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to interpret regulations, coordinate diverse functions, and guide teams through complex financial challenges. Above all, the ideal candidate is committed to supporting schools through transparent, responsible, and strategic financial management.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 

EDUCATION:

Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree, including or supplemented by courses in finance, accounting, auditing, school business administration, public administration, school finance, governmental accounting or economics.

 

EXPERIENCE:

Three years of experience in executive or management positions with financial management responsibilities for a school district with multiple business functions or an organization or firm with at least 1,000 employees.

 

SPECIAL:

A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle, or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation.

 

PLEASE NOTE: All entrance requirements must be met by the end of the filing period in order to move forward with the selection process. To verify the education requirement, transcripts, diplomas, and/or certifications must be presented at the time applications are screened. As such, please be sure to upload it as an attachment to your candidate profile. Candidates who have completed college or university coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. Please be sure to request a DETAILED report. For a list of approved evaluation organizations, visit: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635).

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

 

The Director of Budget Services and Financial Planning directs and coordinates the administration of the Budget Services, Financial Planning and Research, and School Fiscal Services Branches of the Budget Services and Financial Planning Division.

 

The typical duties for this position include:

  • Preparing, administrating, and controlling the annual General Fund budget and all special fund budgets and preparing all student enrollment and attendance reports required by the State. 
  • Assisting school and cluster staffs in budget development and administration, including maintenance of financial and position records and controls, and functional supervision over financial management of student body activities in all schools. 
  • Assisting the schools in the management of student-body accounts, cash collections, imprest funds, enrollment and attendance records, payroll time records, and other records. 
  • Interpreting the District budget and financial support to individuals, government and business organizations, professional groups, and the general public, and coordinates with the Office of Communications in providing fiscal information to the news media.
  • Designing, conducting, and reviewing extensive research studies in the fields of school finance, school district budgeting, and other forms of financial research, and prepares or reviews financial forecasts. 
  • Making or participating in presentations to the Board, legislators, legislative bodies, State and federal officials, civic organizations, and others relative to District financial status, projections, legislation, and related matters.
  • Directing, reviewing, and participating in the analysis of current and prospective problems in budget administration. 
  • Participating at the executive level in the development and implementation of internal Division policies, procedures, and planning.
  • Directing and participating in financial and procedural analysis of legislative and collective bargaining proposals and providing data for District representatives.

 

Please Note: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities of this position. For a comprehensive list of duties performed, please refer to the class description via our website: https://bit.ly/4p0Ound

BENEFITS

 

Insurance: We offer a choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for you and your family.

 

Retirement: Employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).

 

Vacation: 24 days of paid vacation each year.

 

Paid Holidays: Up to 13 paid days off each year.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS

 

If you believe that you have what it takes to be successful and thrive in this position, we would like to know more about you. Interested applicants, please apply through our online application system. Once you have logged into our application system, attach and submit your resume.

 

VERY IMPORTANT:

Your resume is a CRITICAL component in our application process, as it will become part of the next step in our process. Please ensure that your resume clearly indicates the extent of your professional experience and expertise as it relates to this position by describing in detail your experience, education, and training that most closely relate to the Director of Budget Services and Financial Planning. Additionally, you should indicate how your background and your skill set match that described for our successful candidate, as only those candidates who most closely match our description of a successful candidate will be invited to move forward in this selection process. 

 

Once you submit your application, you should receive an email message confirming that you successfully submitted your application. If you DO NOT receive this message on the same day you apply, it is likely that you did not submit your application. If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Anne Van Geffen at kelly.vangeffen@lausd.net.

 

DO YOU NEED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION?

 

Email us at helpmeapply@lausd.net.

 

To find out whether the application deadline has been extended, visit the website at: https://careers.lausd.org/pc. The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion. Reasonable accommodations in completing an application and testing are available to individuals with disabilities. Please call (213) 241-3455 for more information.

 

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ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION

 

As this is a Senior Management recruitment, successful candidates are placed on a hiring (eligibility) list in alphabetic name order. Hiring departments may make job offers to anyone on the Eligibility List. Eligibility Lists are typically active for 12 months. The hiring list resulting from this selection process may be used to fill open positions in related job classifications. The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion. Reasonable accommodations in completing an application and testing are available to individuals with disabilities. Please call (213) 241-3455 for more information. The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct, or bullying. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct or bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart disease), medical condition (cancer related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. For inquiries or complaints, contact our Equal Opportunity Section at (213) 241-7685. 

 

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