What are the responsibilities and job description for the P/T Talent Acquisition Specialist position at Charles R. Drew Charter School?
School Overview
Over Drew Charter School’s twenty-year history, the school has grown to serve grades PreK-12 with nearly 1,900 students in a “cradle-to-college” pipeline, including two onsite early learning partners. Drew implements a rigorous and supportive educational continuum, which includes tailored Response to Intervention (RTI) support, a rigorous STEAM/Project-Based Learning (PBL) instructional model, and a robust College and Career Readiness program. Every element has been thoughtfully designed to ensure all students succeed and to eliminate opportunity gaps and inequities in educational outcomes for our diverse population of students. More than just a school, Drew is at the heart of a community-wide commitment to launching all students on a pathway to health, impact, and prosperity.
Over Drew Charter School’s twenty-year history, the school has grown to serve grades PreK-12 with nearly 1,900 students in a “cradle-to-college” pipeline, including two onsite early learning partners. Drew implements a rigorous and supportive educational continuum, which includes tailored Response to Intervention (RTI) support, a rigorous STEAM/Project-Based Learning (PBL) instructional model, and a robust College and Career Readiness program. Every element has been thoughtfully designed to ensure all students succeed and to eliminate opportunity gaps and inequities in educational outcomes for our diverse population of students. More than just a school, Drew is at the heart of a community-wide commitment to launching all students on a pathway to health, impact, and prosperity.
Drew Board of Directors Commitment to Equity Statement
As part of our steadfast efforts to ensure equitable outcomes for ALL Drew Charter School students, we, the Board of Directors, individually and collectively, make an explicit commitment to identify, acknowledge, and dismantle policies and practices that reinforce systemic racism, and to educate and equip ALL of our students with the ability and opportunity to be leaders in the continuous work of creating a true, beloved community.
Position Description
Drew Charter School is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Recruitment Specialist to join our team. This individual will play a key role in attracting and recruiting top talent to our school. Under limited supervision, they will manage and lead the school's efforts to recruit and retain highly qualified and effective teachers in the school. Implements the school’s recruitment plan and recommends retention strategies. Develops positive relationships with teacher education programs and other agencies to support recruitment and retention initiatives. This position reports to the Director of Human Resources.
Performance Responsibilities
As part of our steadfast efforts to ensure equitable outcomes for ALL Drew Charter School students, we, the Board of Directors, individually and collectively, make an explicit commitment to identify, acknowledge, and dismantle policies and practices that reinforce systemic racism, and to educate and equip ALL of our students with the ability and opportunity to be leaders in the continuous work of creating a true, beloved community.
Position Description
Drew Charter School is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Recruitment Specialist to join our team. This individual will play a key role in attracting and recruiting top talent to our school. Under limited supervision, they will manage and lead the school's efforts to recruit and retain highly qualified and effective teachers in the school. Implements the school’s recruitment plan and recommends retention strategies. Develops positive relationships with teacher education programs and other agencies to support recruitment and retention initiatives. This position reports to the Director of Human Resources.
Performance Responsibilities
- Develops, implements, and manages strategic recruitment plans to attract high-quality candidates for open teaching and staff positions;
- Advertise job openings through various channels such as job boards, social media, college/university career centers, and community outreach;
- Builds and executes a social media strategy for recruitment.
- Works closely with the Director of Communications to develop (and continually update) recruitment materials and advertise recruitment activities.
- Assists with maintaining a career fair schedule. Attends university career fairs and various agency events for recruiting purposes. Includes strong teachers and administrators on recruitment teams. Assists with planning for appropriate staff to attend career fairs.
- Identifies, trains, and builds capacity of internal staff to assist with recruiting events;
- Review applications, resumes, and cover letters to identify qualified candidates;
- Conduct initial phone screenings and schedule interviews with hiring managers (when requested);
- Maintain accurate candidate records and recruitment data in the applicant tracking system;
- Develops new and innovative recruitment strategies with potential candidate sources (colleges, professional organizations, community groups);
- Stay current on recruitment best practices, labor market trends, and competitive compensation/benefits data;
- Works closely with the Human Resources Analyst to research status of certifications/qualifications;
- Provide a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
- This is a hybrid position. Must be able to have prompt, regular attendance and be available to work on-site, in-person as needed.
- Must be able to work some weekends and travel.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience);
- 5 years of professional level experience in talent acquisition or K-12 education;
- Previous experience with university partnerships and teacher quality preferred;
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license;
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills;
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities simultaneously;
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruiting software/tools
- Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices
- Passion for the mission and values of Drew Charter School
Benefits
- Schedule Flexibility & Work-Life Harmony
- This is a part-time role (29 hours per week) with a hybrid schedule, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and onsite. Enjoy the flexibility to balance your professional and personal responsibilities effectively.
- Salary: $45,000
Salary : $45,000
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