DHCP Server API

In the process of administrating a Microsoft DHCP Server
I currently use simple batch scripts via a Data Exchange
Server. The batch scripts perform DHCP commands using
NetShell, but this is not an optimal solution due to facts
like poor handling of memory ressources.
I would instead like to implement a solution that
performs the DHCP commands using an API towards the DHCP
Server.

I know that a solution like this can be achieved using
the native C++ programming language which does not
aquire .NET runtime. However I would like to implement
a solution using VB.NET. Can this be done and if yes,
are there any kind of ressources to this subject? Maybe code examples?