Director of Business and Operations for MAASE

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Position Title: Director of Business and Operations for the Michigan Association

of Administrators of Special Education (MAASE)

Job ID: RR-147639

Salary Range/Level:

$87,670 - $109,620

(commensurate with experience)

Affiliation:

2025-2026 Affiliation: Admin

Work Location:

Remote work, with occasional in-person meetings in the Lansing area.

• Some travel within Michigan for events or meetings.

Schedule:

Full-time, 40 hours/week

8:00 AM–5:00 PM with a one-hour lunch

• Standard hours Monday–Friday, with occasional flexibility required.

Reports To:

Abby Cypher

[email protected]

Application Deadline:

January 19, 2026

How To Apply

A completed online application is required. (See application instructions at Ingham ISD under Join Our Team.)

Internal applicants, please use your Ingham ISD email address when applying.

About The Role

The Director of Business and Operations is a key leadership position within MAASE. This role supports the Executive Director in overseeing the organization’s business functions, financial operations, HR coordination, compliance systems, and organizational infrastructure. The director plays both strategic and operational roles—managing long-term financial planning, supporting business model sustainability, coordinating with outsourced HR and accounting partners, and ensuring smooth daily operations.

This position works closely with the MAASE team, outsourced vendors, and the MAASE Leadership Team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing complex systems while supporting a remote, mission-driven nonprofit association.

About You

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in business operations, nonprofit administration, or financial management.
• Demonstrated experience with bookkeeping or accounting processes.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Comfort working in a remote environment and independently managing workload.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Public Administration, or related field (preferred but not required).
• Experience with QuickBooks or a similar accounting platform.
• Experience working with an association, nonprofit, or membership organization.
• Familiarity with HR processes or coordination.
• Experience with project management systems or operational software.
• Experience implementing business plans or conducting financial forecasting.

About Us

Why Join Ingham ISD

Ingham ISD is dedicated to providing high-quality educational supports for school districts, children, and families, with a strong focus on student achievement, leadership, and collaboration. We seek team members who are passionate about our mission, embrace innovation, and help foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We encourage individuals committed to education who bring a variety of perspectives and experiences that will enhance our team and the communities we serve to apply.

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  Collaborative and supportive environment

• Opportunities for personal and career growth

• Impactful work

• Competitive Compensation

We offer our employees top-tier benefits, including a choice of five health insurance plans, district-paid dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability. Visit our website for a comprehensive list of benefits.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

It is the policy of the Ingham Intermediate School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Organizational Development, 2630 West Howell Road, Mason, MI, 48854. (517) 244-1289.

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