Interim Business Manager (Up to 120 days)

The Peotone CUSD 207U Board of Education is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Interim Business Manager (Up to 120-days) for the 2026-2027 school year. The rate of pay will be regionally competitive and based on the successful candidate's educational experience. Interested applicants should apply online or submit a cover letter and resume to Mrs. Carole Zurales, Assistant Superintendent, at [email protected].

The position responsibilities include:

• Budget development and long-range financial planning
• Prepare and file the district's tax levy
  • Supervising a program of accounting and reporting for the financial affairs of the district
• Directs the preparation of payroll for the school district
• Serve as the IMRF authorized agent
  • Audits and presents all invoices for payment
  • Participates in the negotiations and implementation of collective bargaining agreements
• Manage the district's comprehensive insurance plans
  • Maintains financial records of construction funds and of bidding, contracts, payments, and performance in all construction projects
  • Manages the investment program for the school district
• Assists in the preparation of state and federal or other special project applications, claims, grants, and reports
  • Makes such financial studies as the superintendent shall direct and to recommend to the superintendent changes and improvements in the business operation of the school system

General District Information
Peotone Community Unit School District 207U is located 43 miles (69 km) south of Chicago, Illinois. Peotone CUSD 207U serves approximately 1,300 students from the south, central and eastern regions of Will County, and a small portion of northwestern Kankakee County. This includes Green Garden, Manhattan, Peotone, Rockville, Will, and Wilton townships. The District employs approximately 275 employees (full / part-time). The District has four schools:

• Connor Shaw Center (District Office/PK)
• Peotone Elementary School (K-4)
• Peotone Junior High School (5-8)
• Peotone High School (9-12)

Financial Information
EAV: Approximately $580 million
Total Tax Rate: Approximately $3.1063
Annual Budget: Approximately $27 million
Debt (As of March �26) - Approximately $20 million

Terms of Employment:

• Regionally competitive per diem rate based on previous, relevant experience
• No benefits