Robert Todd Lincoln --The vitals

[L Verge]

Eva - this is my way of explanation: Vice and Vise are homonyms because they sound alike, though spelled differently. Generally, both are nouns, with "vice" meaning immoral behavior and "vise" referring to the tool that holds things together (usually while undergoing repairs).

However, "vice" can also be an adjective (I think) or maybe a compound designation for a deputy who works directly under the official in charge (vice principal, viceroy).

I have sometimes seen "vise" turned into a verb by adding "ing" so that it becomes the action part of holding things together.

I married a vice principal, so I can agree with your assessment of your former employer (I suspect).