Chief of Human Resources and Operations

Overview

Position:
Chief Administrative Officer (Chief of Human Resources and Operations)

Reports To:

Chief Executive Officer

Start Date:

March 2026

The Chief of Human Resources and Operations, also known as the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), oversees day-to-day operations at VLACS and acts as both the Chief Human Resource Officer and Information Security Officer. The CAO also manages the physical VLACS office, technology infrastructure, and administrative staff.

• Manage all Human Resource operations in accordance with local, state and national laws. Areas include:
  • Recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention of all employees
  • Benefits administration
  • Employee development and performance
• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of the VLACS office on a daily basis.
• Support the Technology Team and Instructional Design Team through the supervision and mentorship of the Assistant Director of Technology
• Serve as VLACS’s Information Security Officer
• Oversee the maintenance and organization of documents and the records retention process
• Ensure a high-quality customer experience for all VLACS students, families, and partners
• Coordinate and provide administrative support for in-person events such as graduation, open houses, and the annual employee conference
• Collaborate with the Business Administrator and directors to complete all required state and federal reporting
• Attend Board of Trustees meetings and aid in the preparation of materials as directed by the CEO
• Other tasks as assigned by the CEO

• Holds valid NH Superintendent or Principal license or equivalent professional certification
• Master’s Degree or higher in School or Business Administration
• Experience in school or district level leadership
• Ability to work on-site at the VLACS office in Exeter, NH
• At Least 5 Year(s) Of Relevant Experience Preferred.
• Advanced Studies degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Annual total salary based on experience, estimated between $100,000 and $115,000
• Participation in NH Retirement System and/or 457 plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Long & Short Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off - starting at 14 vacation days (annual), 12 holidays (annual), and 12 sick days (annual)