Organization Overview

KIPP is a national network of free, open‐enrollment, college‐preparatory public schools in under‐resourced communities throughout the United States. There are currently 281 locally‐run KIPP regions in more than 25 states and Washington, DC, and nationally KIPP serves approximately 80,000 students. More than 80 percent of KIPP students come from low‐income households, and more than 95 percent are African American or Hispanic/Latino.  Through high expectations for students and staff, world‐class teachers and principals, more time in school, autonomy over budget and curriculum, and a focus on results, KIPP schools prepare traditionally underserved students for success in college and in life. KIPP schools have been widely recognized for their success in doing so, and today nearly 85% of KIPP alumni nationally have matriculated to college. 

All KIPP schools share a core set of operating principles, known as the Five Pillars, that KIPP believes help to lay the foundation for students to perform at the highest academic levels: High Expectations, Choice & Commitment, More Time, Power to Lead, and a Focus on Results.

KIPP Minnesota Overview

Who we are: KIPP Minnesota Schools is a network of high-performing college-preparatory public charter schools. Next year, we will serve over 480 students in grades K-8 at two co-located schools (primary and middle) in north Minneapolis. KIPP Minnesota Schools is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial organization with significant growth plans in the coming years.

What we do: We do whatever it takes to help our students develop knowledge, skills, and strong character. We work relentlessly so that every one of our students has the opportunity to attend college and has access to the life of choice and opportunity that college provides. The KIPP Minnesota Regional Team supports our schools, school leaders, and staff through organizational and academic alignment, business management, strategic planning, and back office functions.

How we do it: There are no shortcuts to success. Outstanding educators, rigorous lessons, more time in school, and strong school culture support our students as they climb the mountain to college. We work as a team, use data, and constantly reflect to improve our practice. We believe all of our KIPPsters can make it to and through college and we stay with them every step of the way.

Why it matters: In our communities, approximately 1 in 10 students earn a college degree. We believe that this is unjust and unacceptable and, most importantly, can be changed. Nationwide, over 85% of KIPP middle school alums matriculate to college.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Finance Director & Community Engagement Officer is responsible for overseeing the operation of the Finance and Community Engagement departments. Duties at this level include but are not limited to assisting the department heads by performing professional tasks in the areas of budgeting, planning, and revenue allocation; representing the department by attending various meetings, training sessions and programs that require presentation for the department; and acting as liaison for various occasions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all aspects of Finance including, budget management, budget planning, spending & revenue allocation, finance & compliance, and financial reporting
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Payable
• Invoicing management  
• Interface with outsourced comptroller
• Manage Special Education finance
• Expand communications outreach with KIPP mission and vision in the community
• Increase visibility for KIPP in diverse communities
• Promote the KIPP brand & student/teacher recruitment in diverse communities
• Accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
• Support and partner with business leaders to set specific actions, timetables, and metrics that monitor effectiveness and support the desired agency outcomes
• Complete internal and external paperwork, make decisions and generate reports as needed
• Hire, train, and evaluate new employees
• Directs team or group leaders
• Motivate workers through incentives and positive feedback
• Ensure workers have the resources to complete their work
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations
• Ability to make decisions within given limits
• Maintain confidentiality when working with high-profile, sensitive information
• Other Duties as assigned

Required

• Mater’s degree or equivalent combination of certifications and experience
• 3 years of related experience in Finance and Community Engagement, preferably in a nonprofit setting
• Proven experience with business and strategy development processes
• Experience working with Google Suite and Microsoft Suite products
• Able to work in a Hybrid work environment

Highly Preferred 

• Experience working in historically educationally underserved communities and communities of color 
• Previous data analysis experience
• Proven ability with financial and budgetary processes
• Prior industry experience and up-to-date knowledge of relevant trends

COMPENSATION: $95,000 - $115,000

*In order to establish equitable salary practices; the compensation package is derived from the Regional KIPP Minnesota pay scale and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, life, long-term disability and retirement benefits as well as an annual salary review and revision.

How to Apply 

We are committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural leadership team and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. Please apply online here. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

KIPP:MN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: KIPP:MN is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all candidates and  employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on our business need, job requirements and required qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by ​​protected by federal, state or local laws. KIPP:MN will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.”

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.