Capitol Hill Day School (CHDS) invites nominations and applications for the position of Chief Financial and Operating Officer (CFOO).

The Chief Financial and Operating Officer is a senior administrative leader at Capitol Hill Day School and a close, trusted partner to the Head of School. As a member of the senior leadership team, the CFOO provides leadership and stewardship of the School’s financial, operational, and physical resources, ensuring alignment with the School’s mission, values, and strategic priorities. 

This role is well-suited to a leader who enjoys working in a small-school environment, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution. The CFOO serves as a key liaison to the Board of Trustees—particularly the Assets Committee—and plays an essential role in supporting sound decision-making, operational effectiveness, and institutional resilience. 

The position supervises the operations manager, facilities manager, and technology solution specialist; reception; transportation; as well as an outsourced accounting firm partner and other key operational vendors. 

 Primary Areas of Responsibility: 

• Financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, accounting, and reporting 
• Long-range financial modeling and sustainability planning 
• Investments, endowment oversight, and external financial partnerships 
• Financial assistance strategy and student billing 
• Facilities operations, capital planning, and transportation 
• Information technology infrastructure and systems 
• Risk management, insurance, and regulatory compliance 
• Leadership of operations, facilities, technology, and administrative staff 

The successful CFOO at Capitol Hill Day School will be: 

1.  A Strategic and Practical Financial Leader: Experienced in budgeting, audits, compliance, and long-range financial planning, with the ability to translate financial data into sound, mission-aligned decisions. 
2. A Trusted Advisor and Partner: Comfortable working closely with the Head of School and Board, communicating clearly and building confidence through thoughtful analysis and judgment. 
3. An Engaged Operational Leader: Skilled in overseeing facilities, transportation, technology, and vendor relationships in a way that supports both educational and administrative needs. 
4. A Community-Centered Manager: Approachable, service-oriented, and committed to supporting faculty, staff, and families within a close-knit school environment. 
5. A Mission-Aligned Professional: Motivated by the values and purpose of a PK–8 independent school and committed to advancing the School’s educational mission.  

Search Process 

Capitol Hill Day School has engaged NBOA Advisory Services to lead the search for its next Chief Financial and Operating Officer. This search is being conducted in close partnership with Head of School, Jason Gray, and his team. 

 For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.nboaadvisoryservices.com/capitol-hill-day-school

All inquiries, nominations, and questions should be directed in confidence to:
James Palmieri, CEO and Search Lead
jpalmieri@nboaadvisoryservices.com

Please do not contact the school directly. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled. Priority will be given to those received by March 20, 2026. Desired start date of ASAP or July 2026. 

Non-Discrimination Policy

Differences in religion, socio-economic status, racial and cultural heritage, sexual orientation, and gender identity and expression create the opportunity for people to learn from each other as they learn with each other. As such, Capitol Hill Day School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, termination, compensation, and training.

About Capitol Hill Day School

Capitol Hill Day School is a coeducational independent day school serving approximately 230 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade. Located on Capitol Hill, CHDS is known for its progressive educational philosophy, deep commitment to experiential learning, and strong connections between classroom learning and the broader world. The School’s mission is to deeply engage a diverse community of students in connecting the classroom to the larger world, supporting each child in developing confidence, compassion, and intellectual capacity. CHDS is a close-knit community that values curiosity, collaboration, reflection, and purposeful leadership.

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