The purchasing department is responsible for the procurement needs of the district, specifically securing goods and services from responsible vendors at a price that represents the lowest and best price with a quality that will best meet the needs of the district. This department oversees the warehouse operations of the district as well as maintaining and verifying the current inventory of fixed assets. They are also responsible for all facets of the district’s insurance coverage. They are responsible for tracking over 5,300 shipments to the warehouse on an annual basis and tracking well over 5,200 fixed asset items.
The Accounts Payable Department is responsible for the accurate and timely payment to all vendors for goods and services provided to the district. This department issues over 5,300 checks per year totaling in excess of $36,000,000.
Karl DeArmond
Chief Operations Officer
The Chief Operations Officer oversees the Business Department which manages the Business Department, Facilities, the maintenance of buildings, and all technology needs for the district. He ensures all facilities are up to code and maintained properly, and all the technology needs of staff and students are met.
Michael Eichhorn
Operations Manager
The Operations Manager is ​responsible for the procurement needs of the district. He also oversees the warehouse operations of the district as well as maintaining and verifying the current inventory of fixed assets. He is also responsible for all facets of the district's insurance coverage.
Catherine Agostini
Purchasing/Inventory Clerk
The Purchasing/Inventory Clerk is directly responsible for purchase order processing, inventory, and vendor account maintenance.