Chief Operations Officer at Visions In Education Charter School - Sacramento
About the Employer
Visions In Education is one of the most established TK-12 public charter schools serving northern California. We provide high-quality educational programs for students and families seeking alternatives to the traditional public school setting. Visions In Education has successfully supported students and families for over 25 years and is a growing, thriving organization. Our success is rooted in hiring the most qualified teachers and staff, and helping them acquire the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. We have a dynamic and cohesive team and many of our staff have been at Visions for over 15 years. Visions In Education provides competitive salaries, a generous medical/dental/vision benefits package as well as STRS/PERS retirement contributions. Our students and families choose Visions as their school because we provide outstanding teachers, personalized learning plans, enrichment opportunities, standards-based curriculum choices, and effective student support systems and technologies to help them achieve their educational goals. We are a tuition-free, WASC-accredited (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) public charter school that provides a rigorous standards-based education to Home School students (TK-8), Online Middle School students (7 & 8), and Independent Study High School students (9-12), including our University Prep Early College High School program serving 7,500 students across our nine-county service area, making us one of the largest and most stable charter schools in the Sacramento Valley region.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Visions In Education is looking for a Chief Operations Officer to join us in serving our employees and programs. The Chief Operations Officer will be responsible for driving strategic leadership on all matters related to effective business/technology operations, including: operations and supply-chain management optimization, process improvement, financial management, budgeting, purchasing, student records, student assessments, technology, curriculum support services, and facilities. In addition, this position will contribute to optimizing marketing, communications and enrollment management. The position serves as a principal advisor to the Superintendent/Executive Director, Board of Directors, and executive leadership staff. In general, this position will work a hybrid schedule of 3-4 days at our office in Gold River, CA and 1-2 days remotely. However, this will not begin until the employee is fully trained. Depending upon the needs of the department this schedule is subject to change. Visions In Education offers a very generous, competitive benefits package that includes options for 100% employer-paid Medical/Dental/Vision (single), retirement (CalSTRS/CalPERS), and time off including vacation, holidays, and sick days. More information regarding our school can be found by visiting www.viedu.org.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Four (4) year college degree from an accredited university is required (preferably with a major in Business or Public Administration, Management, Technology, Finance, or related field.) - Master’s or professional/advanced degree from an accredited university preferred (preferably in Business or Public Administration, Management, Technology, Finance, or similar fields.) - A Certified Public Accountant is highly desirable. - At least eight (8) years of experience leading and managing the operations of a charter school organization of similar size and complexity, preferably in California. - Previous public and/or charter school experience is highly desirable. - Microsoft Office and Google Workspace are preferable. Please include a cover letter, resume, and two letters of reference (required by external and internal candidates). Please state clearly in your cover letter your experience that qualifies you for this position and why you want to work for Visions In Education Charter School.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 letters of recommendation for internal & external candidates)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
- Four (4) year college degree from an accredited university is required (preferably with a major in Business or Public Administration, Management, Technology, Finance, or related field.) - Master’s or professional/advanced degree from an accredited university preferred (preferably in Business or Public Administration, Management, Technology, Finance, or similar fields.) - A Certified Public Accountant is highly desirable. - At least eight (8) years of experience leading and managing the operations of a charter school organization of similar size and complexity, preferably in California. - Previous public and/or charter school experience is highly desirable. - Microsoft Office and Google Workspace are preferable. Please include a cover letter, resume, and two letters of reference (required by external and internal candidates). Please state clearly in your cover letter your experience that qualifies you for this position and why you want to work for Visions In Education Charter School.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 letters of recommendation for internal & external candidates)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
For questions or more information regarding this position please email careers@viedu.org.
Visions In Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. As such, Visions makes employment decisions, including, but not limited to, hiring, recruiting, firing, promotion, demotion, training, compensation, qualifications/job requirements, on the basis of merit and/or business necessity. Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration pursuant to legitimate business purposes. Visions In Education is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. For concerns/questions, contact the Title IX Coordinator or Section 504 Coordinator: Donna Glenn, Director of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator titleix@viedu.org, 916-883-1614, Matthew Patterson, Director of Student Services, Section 504 Coordinator, mpatterson@viedu.org, 916-883-1630.
Comments and Other Information
For questions or more information regarding this position please email careers@viedu.org.
Visions In Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. As such, Visions makes employment decisions, including, but not limited to, hiring, recruiting, firing, promotion, demotion, training, compensation, qualifications/job requirements, on the basis of merit and/or business necessity. Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration pursuant to legitimate business purposes. Visions In Education is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. For concerns/questions, contact the Title IX Coordinator or Section 504 Coordinator: Donna Glenn, Director of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator titleix@viedu.org, 916-883-1614, Matthew Patterson, Director of Student Services, Section 504 Coordinator, mpatterson@viedu.org, 916-883-1630.
Application Deadline
12/4/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
11/13/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$158,952 - $236,220 Annually
$158,952 - $236,220 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Typical hiring range is $158,952-$173,580/yearly (depending on experience). Position will receive annual raises of 4.5% up to the top step (steps 1-10).
Length of Work Year
223 days (12 months)
Employment Type
Full Time