Chief Business Official (CBO)- Director of Operations at Vallecito Union School District

Application Deadline

9/25/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted
8/25/2026
Contact
Alyssum Garcia
2097958503
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$125,000 - $183,781
Length of Work Year
260
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Vallecito Union School District (VUSD) is seeking a collaborative, creative, and dynamic leader to serve as its next Chief Business Official. The ideal candidate will bring a strong financial background along with demonstrated experience in school district operations, facilities planning, and long-term fiscal stewardship. VUSD is looking for an effective communicator and thoughtful problem-solver who can lead and support a strong team of business professionals while building positive, trusting relationships across the organization. The successful candidate will have a genuine passion for public education, understand how sound business practices support student success, and embrace the opportunity to become an active part of a close-knit community. This is an exceptional opportunity for a leader who wants to contribute their expertise, bring innovative thinking to the work, and make a meaningful difference for students, staff, and the communities VUSD serves.

Requirements / Qualifications

Edjoin Application Letter of Introduction Resume 3 Letters of Recommendation - current and signed

Requirements / Qualifications

Edjoin Application Letter of Introduction Resume 3 Letters of Recommendation - current and signed

Comments and Other Information

A Great Place to Work, Live & Belong Vallecito Union School District is located in one of California’s most distinctive mountain communities—where historic Gold Country meets the Sierra Nevada. Nestled along the scenic Highway 4 corridor in Calaveras County, Vallecito Union School District (VUSD) serves the communities of Vallecito, Murphys, Avery, Arnold, White Pines, Dorrington, and surrounding areas. Our three schools—Albert Michelson Elementary, Hazel Fischer Elementary, and Avery Middle School—serve approximately 620 students with the support of more than 100 dedicated employees. As a small district, VUSD offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while truly knowing the people you serve. District leaders work closely with staff, families, and community partners in an organization that values relationships, collaboration, innovation, and responsible stewardship. Where Gold Country Meets the High Sierra Life along the Highway 4 corridor offers an exceptional combination of small-town character and year-round outdoor recreation. Murphys features a vibrant historic downtown with restaurants, shops, community events, live music, and a thriving local wine industry. Just a short drive uphill, Arnold is surrounded by forests, lakes, trails, and nearby Calaveras Big Trees State Park, home to magnificent groves of giant sequoias. Continuing east through Dorrington and Camp Connell, Highway 4 leads toward Bear Valley, Lake Alpine, the Stanislaus National Forest, and the spectacular Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway. Residents enjoy hiking, mountain biking, fishing, paddling, and camping in warmer months, along with skiing, snowshoeing, and other winter recreation. Our schools are deeply connected to this unique setting. Community partnerships and local resources extend learning beyond the classroom, including experiences at Calaveras Big Trees State Park and our student ski program at Bear Valley. For the next Chief Business Official, VUSD offers the opportunity to join a close-knit leadership team, help guide the responsible stewardship of an approximately $13 million annual budget, and see firsthand how thoughtful decisions positively impact students, employees, and schools. Historic towns. Towering sequoias. Mountain recreation. Strong schools. Connected communities. Vallecito Union School District offers more than a career opportunity—it offers an exceptional place to build a life. Visit: https://www.vallecitok12.com/ to learn more about the District and School. Visit https://www.gocalaveras.com/ to learn more about our County and Communities. District contributes $12,250 toward Health & Welfare benefits. Annual stipends include: cell phone - $600, mileage - $1000 - and $1,500 stipend for CBO certificate

Comments and Other Information


A Great Place to Work, Live & Belong Vallecito Union School District is located in one of California’s most distinctive mountain communities—where historic Gold Country meets the Sierra Nevada. Nestled along the scenic Highway 4 corridor in Calaveras County, Vallecito Union School District (VUSD) serves the communities of Vallecito, Murphys, Avery, Arnold, White Pines, Dorrington, and surrounding areas. Our three schools—Albert Michelson Elementary, Hazel Fischer Elementary, and Avery Middle School—serve approximately 620 students with the support of more than 100 dedicated employees. As a small district, VUSD offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while truly knowing the people you serve. District leaders work closely with staff, families, and community partners in an organization that values relationships, collaboration, innovation, and responsible stewardship. Where Gold Country Meets the High Sierra Life along the Highway 4 corridor offers an exceptional combination of small-town character and year-round outdoor recreation. Murphys features a vibrant historic downtown with restaurants, shops, community events, live music, and a thriving local wine industry. Just a short drive uphill, Arnold is surrounded by forests, lakes, trails, and nearby Calaveras Big Trees State Park, home to magnificent groves of giant sequoias. Continuing east through Dorrington and Camp Connell, Highway 4 leads toward Bear Valley, Lake Alpine, the Stanislaus National Forest, and the spectacular Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway. Residents enjoy hiking, mountain biking, fishing, paddling, and camping in warmer months, along with skiing, snowshoeing, and other winter recreation. Our schools are deeply connected to this unique setting. Community partnerships and local resources extend learning beyond the classroom, including experiences at Calaveras Big Trees State Park and our student ski program at Bear Valley. For the next Chief Business Official, VUSD offers the opportunity to join a close-knit leadership team, help guide the responsible stewardship of an approximately $13 million annual budget, and see firsthand how thoughtful decisions positively impact students, employees, and schools. Historic towns. Towering sequoias. Mountain recreation. Strong schools. Connected communities. Vallecito Union School District offers more than a career opportunity—it offers an exceptional place to build a life. Visit: https://www.vallecitok12.com/ to learn more about the District and School. Visit https://www.gocalaveras.com/ to learn more about our County and Communities. District contributes $12,250 toward Health & Welfare benefits. Annual stipends include: cell phone - $600, mileage - $1000 - and $1,500 stipend for CBO certificate