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Executive Director, Human Resources

California Virtual Academies (CAVA) invites applications and nominations for the role of Executive Director of Human Resources, a pivotal leadership position responsible for guiding and evolving the full people function across a complex, multi-site, and virtual enterprise. The Executive Director will shape and execute a people-first strategy aligned with organizational values and long-term business objectives, ensuring that talent, culture, and performance remain central to the organization’s success.

CAVA is a tuition-free, full-time online public school system serving students in Transitional Kindergarten through 12th grade across California. Since 2002, CAVA has been committed to fostering academic growth and social-emotional development by combining rigorous, standards-based curriculum with innovative, technology-driven instruction tailored to the unique needs and learning styles of each student. The school emphasizes meaningful partnerships between families and educators, providing interactive daily lessons, live teacher support, and a rich range of learning pathways designed to prepare students for success in college, careers, and life. More than 22,000 students and 1,400 employees are part of CAVA’s ecosystem.

The Executive Director of Human Resources serves as the organization’s Chief Human Resource Officer, providing strategic direction and oversight for the full HR function. The Executive Director leads all HR operations, talent systems, and recruitment strategy; partners closely with executive leadership, directors, academic teams, principals, and Heads of Schools; and acts as a trusted advisor on workforce planning, performance, and organizational effectiveness. As a steward of culture and inclusion, this leader brings a consultative, forward-thinking mindset to transforming both HR's impact and perception, fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture that supports employees and advances the organization’s mission.

This is a full-time, virtual position that offers flexibility in residence with California HR experience strongly preferred. Working hours align with the Pacific Time Zone. The salary range for this role is $150,000-$175,000 annually with bonus eligibility and includes a generous benefits package.

The full position profile can be viewed HERE.

Nominations and inquiries can be sent to the search email noted below. Applications include a letter of interest and a resume and should be submitted through the Talent Profile. For best consideration, applications should be received by February 27, 2026.

Christopher D. Lee, Ph.D., Managing Director
Beth McCarthy, Managing Associate
CAVAExDirector@dsgco.com

California Virtual Academies is an organization that offers our teachers and staff members the excitement of exploring an emerging concept in education. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, handicap, disability, ancestry, national origin, color, race, political affiliation, religion, marital status, or veteran status. https://cava.k12.com/title-ix-non-discrimination-notice/