President of Bishop Brady High and St. John Regional Schools
Company: Roman Catholic Bishop of Manchester
Location: Concord
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: POSITION: President, Bishop Brady High School and
St. John Regional School, Concord, NH FLSA : Exempt REPORTS TO:
Superintendent of Schools JOB TYPE: Full-Time INTRODUCTION: The
Bishop of Manchester is the visible principle and foundation of
unity in the particular diocese entrusted to him. In a unique and
visible way, he makes Christ’s mission present and enduring as
Shepherd of the Christian Community. In order to fulfill his
mission, the bishop employs suitable, chosen collaborators
(clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them the
apostolic mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.
Each position employed in the Diocesan of Manchester helps to
extend the ministry of the bishop in particular ways as outlined in
the position description. All employees of the diocesan
administration assist the Bishop of Manchester in serving the
parishes, schools and institutions of the Catholic Church in New
Hampshire. The President appointed to St. John Regional School
(Prek-8) and Bishop Brady High School (9-12) is accountable to the
Superintendent of Catholic Schools. This is a full-time position
reporting to the Superintendent of Catholic Schools.
RESPONSIBILITIES : The President is the Chief Executive Officer of
the schools and, as such, holds full responsibility for all aspects
of the schools’ operations. The President is a practicing Catholic
who is charged, in this position, with advancing Catholic identity
while achieving fully the mission of Bishop Brady High School and
St. John Regional School (PreK-12). The President is appointed by
the Bishop of Manchester and reports to the Superintendent of
Schools. The President is also responsible for the external affairs
of the schools, for ensuring sufficient resources, sound fiscal
management, and financial stability of the schools through direct
oversight of business operations, development, alumni and community
relations, and enrollment management activities. The President is a
spiritual leader within the schools, communicating and promoting
Catholic values throughout the school communities, including staff,
students, and parents. The President promotes the good reputation
and values of the schools in acting as the primary liaison among
the schools, the Advisory Board, the Catholic School Office, and
the Diocese of Manchester. Working collaboratively with the school
principals and administrative staff, the President ensures that
Catholic values permeate the schools and students graduate with a
deep understanding and appreciation of the Catholic world view. The
President works closely with and supervises the principals, who
have primary responsibility for the daily operation of the schools
and the teaching-learning environment, to ensure a common vision
for the schools and their mission. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions/major responsibilities
listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of
work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of
duties does not exclude them from the position. Duties and
responsibilities are also subject to change by the employer as the
needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Promote the ecclesial purpose of Bishop Brady High School and St.
John Regional School (PreK-12) and their function as ministries of
the Church. Communicates and oversee implementation of the bishop’s
directives affecting the schools. Serve as chief executive officer
to the Superintendent. Provide training, reports, and leadership to
the Advisory Board Maintain strong communication with the Advisory
Board. Develop and coordinate with the Superintendent and entire
school communities all strategic planning, development planning,
and capital construction efforts. Participate in the cultivation of
major donors and solicitation of financial gifts to the schools.
Align all policies and practices with diocesan policies, including
financial policies designed to ensure the viability of the schools.
Oversee all development and fundraising efforts, including grants.
Supervise the development office employees. Direct the financial
assistance program(s). Maintain procedures consistent with NEASC
accreditation processes. Serve as the chief representative of the
schools with the public and the media. Work collaboratively with
parents, patrons, and the broader community to build lines of
communication, understanding, and support. Provide updates on
significant school level issues to the Catholic School Office and
the respective diocesan offices. Oversee all public relations
actions by the schools and their personnel. Oversee the schools’
budgets ensuring accountability and alignment of expenditures with
the mission of each school. Supervise, evaluate and provide
professional development opportunities for the schools’ principals
and assist the principals, as needed, in the overall management of
school operations. If a principal vacancy occurs, approve
candidates for principal position and sign the principal’s
contract. Ensure the schools collect, maintain, and communicate
required records and reports. Oversee departmental communications,
correspondence, publications, and reports. Help mediate school
disputes that cannot be resolved at the school administration
level. May work closely with Chancellor and needed legal counsel on
certain policy and personnel issues. Maintain membership in several
organizations and committees as needed. JOB SCOPE: Position
encounters a wide diversity of work situations with a high degree
of complexity. The President is responsible for developing policies
and procedures and performs duties with little direction. The
President is the Chief Executive Officer of the school and leads or
oversees all development and financial matters. Personal contacts
with individuals, groups, and organizations are made throughout the
Manchester area. Contacts are often made through the President’s
own initiative and may contain confidential/sensitive matters
necessitating discretion at all times. SUPERVISES : Directly
supervises and evaluates the school principals, development
director, finance director, and admissions director. ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment - clean, well-lit, environmentally comfortable,
no fumes or airborne particles Minimal exposure to chemicals
related to copier equipment and general office solvents Minimal
requirement to reach at or above shoulder level; occasional
reaching below shoulder level required Frequent grasping and
manipulation of equipment and controls Ability to travel throughout
the diocese. Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include
nights and weekends. Ability to tolerate prolonged sitting and/or
standing and to lift approximately 25 pounds to waist high level
whenever necessary Mobility includes regular sitting, some
standing, and walking Requirements: SPECIFIC JOB SKILLS: Must
communicate effectively, both verbally (including oral
presentations) and in writing; establish and maintain effective
working relationships with employees, parents, students, vendors,
donors, and the general public. Must be able to communicate
effectively to large audiences. Strong interpersonal skills,
creativity, decision-making, use of discretion, teamwork,
negotiation, service orientation, public relations, independent
judgment/action, presentations, supervising, problem analysis and
ability to enhance school relations are required. Must be able to
handle multiple projects/priorities. Proficiency with basic office
equipment, including experience with spreadsheet, word processing
and presentation software. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS
REQUIRED: Practicing Catholic Master’s degree Minimum of 4 years’
experience in senior level business management Experience in
education which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities
to perform the above-described essential functions. Valid driver’s
license required. All inquiries are treated as confidential.
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Keywords: Roman Catholic Bishop of Manchester, Concord , President of Bishop Brady High and St. John Regional Schools, Education / Teaching , Concord, New Hampshire
