Manager, Human Resources and School Quality

Company Overview

VINCI School operates four campuses in Northern Virginia, combining a child-centered educational approach, academic excellence with strong expectations for safety, professional conduct, and operational quality. We seek a hands-on manager who can strengthen hiring, employee accountability, and regulatory compliance across our schools while we continue to expand our reach, with the 5th campus coming in 2027.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Principal, this position serves as a member of the Management Board and a peer to Campus Directors. The Manager provides cross-campus leadership in recruitment quality, human resources, licensing compliance, and operational quality assurance. Campus Directors retain responsibility for daily campus operations, staff supervision, classroom instruction, and curriculum implementation. This role is not the supervisor of Campus Directors but has authority to review compliance, identify gaps, and require documented corrective actions within its functional scope.

Recruitment & Talent Quality

· Lead recruitment planning, sourcing, screening, reference checks, and consistent selection standards across all campuses.

· Assess candidates for professional competence, judgment, child safety awareness, integrity, teamwork, and willingness to follow school policies.

· Partner with Campus Directors in interviews and classroom-fit assessments; maintain clear hiring records and decision criteria.

· Coordinate delegated routine hiring; obtain Principal approval for Campus Directors, Assistant Directors, elementary teachers as designated, central management roles, and exceptional cases.

· Track Probationary Period performance and work with Directors to address early concerns promptly.

Human Resources & Staff Accountability

· Audit personnel files, qualifications, background-check documentation, training records, and other employment compliance materials.

· Guide Directors on performance documentation, coaching, corrective action, employee relations, and consistent policy application.

· Support fair, timely handling of staff concerns and sensitive matters; escalate significant issues to the Principal.

· Coordinate HR policies, staff handbook implementation, required training, and consistent procedures across campuses.

· Partner with Directors on retention and professional development while preserving their direct supervision of campus staff.

Licensing & Regulatory Compliance

· Monitor applicable Virginia Department of Education and local licensing requirements, including county requirements where relevant when they differ from state requirements.

· Maintain calendars and evidence for inspections, staff credentials, mandatory training, background checks, and required records.

· Conduct scheduled and unannounced campus compliance audits; document findings, owners, deadlines, and follow-up.

· Support Directors during inspections and ensure deficiencies are corrected and verified.

Health, Safety & Operational Quality

· Audit child supervision, health and safety practices, incident reporting, emergency preparedness, and required drills.

· Review trends in incidents and policy deviations; recommend practical preventive actions.

· Ensure operational quality standards are applied consistently without taking over curriculum or classroom instructional leadership.

· Promote a culture of accountability, respectful communication, and continuous improvement.

Systems, Reporting & Management Support

· Maintain clear HR and compliance trackers, action logs, and standardized templates.

· Provide a concise monthly dashboard covering vacancies, recruiting pipeline, training completion, compliance findings, and corrective-action closure.

· Participate in Management Board planning and cross-campus improvement initiatives.

· Develop reliable processes that reduce dependence on the Principal for routine HR and compliance decisions.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in human resources, education, business administration, or a related field.

· At least five years of relevant experience in HR, school operations, compliance, or multi-site management.

· Demonstrated ability to evaluate talent, handle confidential employee matters, and enforce standards with sound judgment.

· Strong written communication, organization, follow-through, and comfort with digital record systems.

· Ability to travel regularly among VINCI campuses in Northern Virginia (Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria).

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience in early childhood education, licensed childcare, or school administration.

· Familiarity with Virginia childcare licensing and personnel compliance.

· Experience supporting multiple sites and leading internal audits or corrective-action programs.

Ideal Candidate

· Independent, practical, detail-oriented, and comfortable making decisions within defined authority.

· Balances high standards with respect for staff and collaborative relationships with Campus Directors.

· Prioritizes hiring quality and school culture over simply filling vacancies.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $60,000–$80,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits will be discussed in accordance with current VINCI policies and eligibility requirements, including:

- Employee discount

- Health insurance

- Training and career development opportunities

- Matching retirement contribution (after 24 months of employment)

- Higher education tuition reimbursement (after 24 months of employment)

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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