Administration & Finance
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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
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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.
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Susan K. Givens, Ed.D.
Deputy Superintendent for Administration and Finance
(617)-730-2424
susan_givens@psbma.orgAlvin Cooper
Director of Human Resources
(617)-730-2410
alvin_cooper@psbma.orgDiane Johnson
Director of Finance
(617)-730-2212
diane_johnson@psbma.orgJose Albuquerque
Director of Operations
(617)-730-2419
jose_albuquerque@psbma.orgSasha Palmer
Director of Food Services
(617) 730-2499
sasha_palmer@psbma.orgEd Clancy
Custodial Services Manager
(617)-730-5419
ed_clancy@psbma.org
Finance Department
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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.
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Budget
Deputy Superintendent is responsible for collaboratively developing a financial plan that aligns with strategic improvement efforts and organizational goals. The finance team processes and monitors daily activity related to the implementation of the plan approved by the School Committee and Town meeting as well as provides guidance and support to staff tasked with finance related responsibilities. Learn more about the School Department Budget.
Payroll
School Payroll is responsible for ensuring that all employees are paid regularly, accurately and promptly. The Payroll Office processes all related transactions for all school employee compensation regardless of funding source. Learn more about our Payroll Office.
Procurement
The Finance Department works closely with the Town Purchasing Department to ensure all purchases are in accordance with applicable bidding laws, such as M.G.L. Chapter 30B.
Accounting and Accounts Payable
The Finance department works closely with the Treasurer and Comptroller's Office to ensure timely payment of all invoices. Accounts payable can provide details about current and pending payments such as check numbers, list of invoices paid, encumbrance balances, and vendor status. All vendors must have a W-9 Form on file with the Town Comptroller’s Office. The accounts payable office can provide instructions and blank forms on request.
Accounts Receivable - Fiscal Agent for External Funds
The Finance Department is responsible for accepting, recording, processing, and reporting information related to grants, gifts, donations, student activities, revolving funds, and reimbursement programs for the school department.
Human Resources Department
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The human resources department directs the recruitment, hiring, evaluation of all staff, and the placement of substitute teachers. The Brookline Schools employ more than 1000 full and part-time teachers, counselors, and administrators and approximately 250 support staff. Learn more about our Human Resources Department.
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Recruitment
The Human Resource Department manages all aspects of the recruitment and hiring process from posting open position to issuing offer letters to candidates selected to join the team. For information regarding open positions visit our Career and Employment Opportunities section of the website.
Contracts
The Human Resource Department works closely with the Town HR Department and the Finance Department to ensure all wages, benefits, regulatory requirements and contract provisions are administered timely and accurately. For more information about collective bargaining agreements visit the Employee Documents section of our website.
Retention Programs
The Human Resource Department is also responsible for coordinating programs that support professional growth, staff wellness, and other programs designed to support employee retention.
Operations Department
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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.
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Use of School Building Rental Program
The School Building Services team manages the School District's Use of School Building Rental Program. For more details about the program, click here.Capital Projects
Click here to learn more about School Capital Projects.
School Building Services
The School Building Services Department provides custodial, operation and delivery, special events and maintenance support to all public schools in Brookline. The School Building Services Department also oversees the Use of School Building rental program. Learn more about our School Building Services.
Transportation
The Transportation Department coordinates regular pupil transportation for all eligible public school pupils who reside 1 1/2 miles or more in walking distance from their regular assigned school and all English Language Learner and Special Education transportation as approved by the School Committee or required by the State Department of Education.
To learn more about the Transportation Department, please visit here. If you have any questions, please contact the Transportation Department at (617)-730-2452 or psb_transportation@psbma.org.
Asbestos Management (AHERA)
Please click here for the annual AHERA Notification letter for the school year 2025-26. Learn more about AHERA.
Food Services
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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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The Public Schools of Brookline do not discriminate in its programs, facilities, employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, disability, pregnancy, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.