Talent Acquisition Specialist Position Description
Reports to: Assistant Director Human Resources, Grow Public Schools
Position Summary: The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for identifying exceptional, mission-aligned candidates for a growing network of schools. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will support all talent needs, with a focus on developing and implementing strategic talent initiatives in collaboration with campus and home office leadership to meet current and future staffing needs. In addition, the Talent Acquisition Specialist facilitates the onboarding process to ensure a smooth entry for all new employees. Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategic talent initiatives for recruiting highly effective teachers and home office talent for a growing network of schools
Partner with home office and school campus leadership to forecast and develop plans for key staffing initiatives
Work with hiring leads to ensure accurate job requirements, create candidate profiles, and develop interview process
Partner with the Marketing and Communications department to develop creative and innovative talent sourcing initiatives and marketing recruitment events
Reviews recruitment, hiring, and retention data to develop, refine, and enhance recruitment practices
Develop a pool of highly qualified candidates in advance of need to ensure timely placement
Maintain an active online presence to ensure postings are up-to-date and relevant (e.g., Ed Join, Linked In, Handshake, etc)
Coordinates and facilitates the recruitment process from the screening of candidates through onboarding
Acts as the primary point of contact for substitutes for any personnel related items
Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance; assists in research and implements new or updated employment regulation
Helps prepare documentation for KCSOS and related charter oversight
In partnership with the HR Team, maintain updated records on certificated staff permits or credentials; assists in processing permit applications Assists with creation and submission of emergency teaching permit applications
Other related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strategic thinker, results driven, excellent relationship building skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a variety of constituents in a team centered environment
Understanding of teachers and elements of an organization that are important to teachers
Strong ability to participate in multiple project activities simultaneously
Savvy in Microsoft office and related business software programs
Self-starter and capability to work independently in a growing organization with little or no supervision
Fluency in Spanish preferred but not required
Required Education and Experience:
Elementary teaching or education experience a plus
B.A. degree in marketing, management, organizational development, business or human resources administration or related fields
Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills and team based projects
Strong vendor management skills related to recruitment activities such as search firms and job boards