SANFORD, N.C. — Lee County Schools is pleased to announce the hiring of Jolanda Jordan as the district’s next Chief Finance Officer. Jordan will officially begin in the role on July 6.
Jordan returns to Lee County Schools after previously serving the district for more than 15 years. She began her career in education in Lee County as a teacher assistant at B.T. Bullock Elementary School before later teaching at B.T. Bullock. She went on to serve as an assistant principal at Southern Lee High School and later as principal of Bragg Street Academy. In 2018, Jordan left Lee County Schools to become the Chief Finance Officer for Washington County Schools, where she has served since that time.
Jordan brings extensive experience in school finance, leadership, budget development, financial reporting and compliance. She is a Certified Public Accountant and currently serves as the Chief Finance Officer for Washington County Schools, where she oversees fiscal operations, prepares the annual budget in collaboration with school leaders and stakeholders, works closely with external auditors and supports budget guidance across the district. She also serves as a CFO representative for Region I finance officers and is a member of the North Carolina Association of School Business Officials.
“Returning to Lee County Schools as Chief Finance Officer is deeply personal for me,” Jordan said. “My career began here in the classrooms and front offices, serving as a teacher assistant, teacher, assistant principal and principal. Because I have stood in those shoes, I understand that every financial decision we make eventually lands on a desk in one of our schools. My goal is to ensure that every dollar we manage supports safe, supportive and engaging learning environments, while providing our educators with the stability and resources they need to help students truly thrive.”
“We are excited to welcome Jolanda Jordan back home to Lee County Schools,” said Dr. Chris Dossenbach, Superintendent of Lee County Schools. “Jolanda and I had the opportunity to work together many years ago as assistant principals at Southern Lee High School, and I know firsthand the integrity, professionalism and leadership she brings to her work. It is reassuring to have someone stepping into this role on day one who I trust and who brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in school finance.”
Jordan will succeed Chief Finance Officer Kelly Jones, who will retire in the near future. Beginning July 6, Jones will serve as Assistant Finance Officer until her retirement later this summer.