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Administration & Finance

The Office of Administration and Finance is responsible for providing educational support services that enable the enterprise to focus organizational energy on improving student learning experiences and working conditions for staff. We pride ourselves in providing user-friendly systems, high-quality programs, and great customer service to our stakeholders. The office is staffed from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

We welcome your feedback on ways we can better support your needs. Please share glows and grows via our electronic feedback form. We will review this at our bi-monthly A&F administrators meeting.

Intergovernmental Relations

The Office of Administration and Finance coordinates the support services provided to the school department by departments of the Town of Brookline, as well as, coordinates and collaborates with Boards and Commissions.

Finance Department

The finance department is responsible for processing, monitoring, and reporting all financial transactions for the school system including accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase order processing, payroll, accounting, financial reporting, student activity funds, grants,donations/revolving funds. More information regarding this department follows.

Finance and Budget

The Deputy Superintendent for Finance and Operations is responsible for collaboratively developing a financial plan that aligns with strategic priorities and organizational goals. The finance team processes and monitors daily financial activity related to the approved budget and provides guidance and support to staff with financial responsibilities.

Learn more about the School Department Budget.

Procurement

The Finance Department works closely with the Town Purchasing Department to ensure all purchases comply with applicable bidding laws, including Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 30B.

Accounts Receivable and External Funds

The Finance Department serves as the fiscal agent for external funds and is responsible for accepting, recording, processing, and reporting on grants, gifts, donations, student activities, revolving funds, and reimbursement programs.

Payroll

The Payroll Office ensures that all employees are paid accurately and on time. The office processes all transactions related to employee compensation, regardless of funding source. Learn more about the Payroll Office.

Accounting and Accounts Payable

The Finance Department works closely with the Treasurer and Comptroller’s Office to ensure timely payment of invoices. Accounts Payable can provide information about payments, including check numbers, paid invoices, encumbrance balances, and vendor status.

All vendors must have a W-9 form on file with the Town Comptroller’s Office. The Accounts Payable team can provide instructions and blank forms upon request.

Human Resources Department

The Human Resources Department oversees the recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and support of all staff, including the placement of substitute teachers. Brookline Public Schools employs more than 1,000 full- and part-time teachers, counselors, and administrators, as well as approximately 250 support staff. Learn more about the Human Resources Department.

Recruitment

The Human Resources Department manages all aspects of the recruitment and hiring process, from posting open positions to issuing offer letters to selected candidates. For information about open positions, visit the Career and Employment Opportunities section of the website.

Retention Programs

The Human Resources Department coordinates programs that support professional growth, staff wellness, and other initiatives designed to promote employee retention.

Contracts

The Human Resources Department works closely with the Town HR Department and the Finance Department to ensure that wages, benefits, regulatory requirements, and contract provisions are administered accurately and on time. For more information about collective bargaining agreements, visit the Employee Documents section of the website.

Operations Department

The Operations Department is responsible for safety and security, facility maintenance and repair, capital projects, use of school buildings program, transportation, and a liaison for other Town Departments.

Use of School Building Rental Program

The School Building Services team manages the district’s Use of School Building Rental Program. For more details, visit the School Building Services page.

School Building Services

The School Building Services Department provides custodial, operations and delivery, special events, and maintenance support to all public schools in Brookline. The department also oversees the Use of School Building Rental Program. Learn more about School Building Services.

Asbestos Management (AHERA)

View the annual AHERA notification letter for the 2025–2026 school year . Learn more about AHERA.

Capital Projects

Learn more about School Capital Projects.

Transportation

The Transportation Department coordinates transportation for eligible public school students who reside 1.5 miles or more from their assigned school, as well as transportation for English Language Learners and students receiving special education services, as approved by the School Committee or required by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Learn more about the Transportation Department. For questions, contact the department at (617) 730-2452 or psb_transportation@psbma.org.

Food Services

PSB Food Services seeks to promote good health by providing fresh quality and nutrient- dense food to all students. We aim to provide a service that is affordable to all while generating viable revenue through a sustainable business model.

PSB Food Services is made up of a team of food service professionals that are dedicated to students' health, well-being and their ability to learn. We support learning by promoting healthy habits for lifelong nutrition and fitness practices.

Meals, foods and beverages sold or served at schools meet state and federal requirements which are based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines. We provide students with access to a variety of delicious, affordable and appealing foods that meet the health and nutrition needs of students.

To learn more about PSB Food Services, visit our website.

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