Recruitment And Retention Specialist
Recruitment And Retention Specialist
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Arizona Department of Education
The Arizona Department of Education is a service organization committed to raising academic outcomes and empowering parents.
RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION SPECIALIST
Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Section
Phoenix Location
Salary: $67000 - $71500
Grade: 21
Closing Date: 07/06/2025
This position is responsible for supporting public education agencies (PEAs) in the recruitment and retention of effective special education personnel in collaboration with other ESS Recruitment and Retention team members by providing guidance on recruitment and retention topics connecting and collaborating with internal and external partners empowering educators through the coordination of professional learning opportunities collecting analyzing and reporting special education workforce data connecting job seekers and employers and increasing the special education pipeline through grant-funded programs.
This specialist collects and analyzes data stays abreast of current research and best practices and engages in strategic planning with ESS Recruitment and Retention team members to continuously improve and enhance the recruitment and retention of special education personnel in Arizona.
Occasional in-state and out-of-state travel is required for this position.
The Arizona Department of Education currently utilizes a hybrid work environment with up to two days of remote work (contingent upon business needs). Candidates should apply with an ability and willingness to work in-office up to five days per week as business needs necessitate.
Coordinate/manage projects and events to support PEAs in their efforts to recruit and retain special education personnel including coordinating Teach Camp the Special Education New Directors Symposium (SENDS) ESS tuition reimbursement programs the SELECT program through NAU and contracts with universities to prepare related service providers
Communicate recruitment and retention information to internal and external stakeholders including presenting data information and resources at conferences and events answering questions from the field such as pathways to special education certification attending recruiting events on behalf of Arizona PEAs and creating marketing materials to connect job seekers with PEAs
Engage in data collection analysis action planning and strategic implementation including coordinating the Teacher Attrition Survey and sharing survey results with the field analyzing the needs of the field to inform ESS recruitment and retention activities and collecting and analyzing project outcomes data
Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance and advance ESS recruitment and retention efforts
Maintain knowledge and expertise in the research and trends of recruitment and retention of special education personnel
Knowledge in:
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Individualized Education Program (IEP) development and implementation
General practices and trends in the recruitment and retention of special education personnel
Principles methods and tools for developing and delivering professional learning for adult learners
Applicants must have special education experience in a school setting
A Bachelors degree in Education a related field or equivalent experience to substitute for the degree is required.
Skills in:
Project/event management
Time management
Organization
Work planning
Attention to detail
Productivity
Data-driven decision-making
Conducting research and synthesize information
Excellent written oral and visual communication
Public speaking
Facilitation skills for both internal and external audiences
Delivery of engaging and effective presentations
Analysis and evaluation of data programs and program effectiveness
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook
Ability to:
Solve problems efficiently and effectively
Manage multiple projects simultaneously
Organize trainings activities conferences and meetings
Effectively establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Analyze and report data
Represent ESS/ADE in a professional manner at all times
Cooperate in all efforts to improve projects and maintain high expectations
Adapt to changes in priorities and project activities
Self-directed in completing tasks independently
Preference will be given to those applicants with:
Masters degree in special education
Experience mentoring special education personnel
Offers are contingent upon successful completion of all background and reference checks required documents and if applicable a post-offer medical/physical evaluation.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
Ten paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
You will be required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) upon your 27th week of employment subject to waiting period. On or shortly after your first day of employment you will be provided with enrollment instructions and effective date.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling or emailing Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
