Recruitment Manager

KIPP Baltimore seeks a dynamic and experienced Recruitment Manager to lead anti-bias and anti-racist recruitment efforts to attract talent. Reporting to the Chief of Staff the Recruitment Manager will partner with leadership and staff across KIPP Baltimores schools and programs to attract great campus and regional professionals to KIPP Baltimore. KIPP Baltimore is looking for a motivated and self-directed individual who will execute high-volume searches aggressively and effectively using their creativity and resourcefulness. This includes developing new approaches for driving KIPP Baltimores recruitment success. 

Creating a Talent Pipeline (20% of time)

Use a variety of outreach strategies including cold-sourcing candidates i.e. LinkedIn Handshake

Supporting the KIPP Baltimore Referral Bonus Program 

Getting investment from current staff members to support recruitment efforts (i.e. - Recruitment Ambassadors) 

Create launch and manage strong marketing and social media campaigns

Support the representation of KIPP Baltimore at career fairs and other recruitment events and assist in organizing events

Strengthen partnerships with organizations (including): 

• Universities and graduate school programs 

• Organizations that are ed-focused/tutoring

• Teacher prep programs (i.e. - TFA City Alliance) 

• Baltimore City Public Schools Human Capital Team

Develop relationships with prospective candidates to encourage them to apply 

Candidate Screening (45% of time) 

Conduct initial resume reviews and phone screens with prospective candidates 

Monitor the progress of prospective candidates through the recruitment process including timely communications from school leaders and hiring managers

  Maintain and manage detailed records of candidates through our ATS and various applicant tracking systems

  Create and get investment for competency-based hiring with the Chief Academic Officer and hiring managers

  Create and modify rubrics and interview guides 

Candidate relationship management (20% of time) 

Create a strategy around candidate experience in the interview process 

Act as a point of contact for candidates throughout their interview process with KIPP Baltimore 

Build upon KIPP Baltimores culture to set up new hires for success with a realistic understanding of the day-to-day job responsibilities

Manage the communication with new hires to ensure matriculation and a smooth onboarding process

Talent Management and Planning (15% of time) 

Strategically plan for the immediate vacancies and projected vacancies

Work with school leaders and hiring managers on best practices to create a strong start for new hires

Provide support to school leaders and hiring managers during in-person interview days including managing candidate logistics sharing interview notes and performance tasks with hiring managers

Assess seat/vacancy clarity based on conversations with hiring managers 

Work with hiring managers to get clarity on how new hires are performing to better inform hiring strategy 

Track and support teacher licensure by monitoring renewal timelines providing timely reminders and guidance to staff and ensuring all licenses remain active and compliant.

Other Recruitment Responsibilities

  Stay up to date with trends in education and in recruitment and bring fresh and innovative ideas to the work 

When possible seize opportunities to interact directly with students families or staff members to build connections at the school level and to contribute to the success of our schools and programs 

Serve as a thought partner for teammates and partners across the organization. 

Develop and maintain operational systems to manage complex projects and report progress across to key stakeholders. 

Participate and facilitate sessions discussing Recruitment Data.

Serve as a full-time and engaged member of KIPP Baltimores Regional Team.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree

• A clear and demonstrable commitment to anti-racist beliefs and approaches to attracting talent

• Excellent networking skills high energy and hands-on approach

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong judgment and decision-making skills

• A passion and skill for connecting with people and building relationships

• Experience in the education field (particularly teaching experience) is preferred; recruitment experience is required

• Strong work ethic entrepreneurial spirit and flexibility to accommodate the high level of responsibility and multiple priorities

• Exceptional strategic thinking organizational and project management skills 

• Belief in and passion for the mission of KIPP Baltimore

• Flexibility of time to attend events and conduct phone interviews during weekend/evening hours

Additional Information :

KIPP Baltimore Compensation & Benefits

At KIPP Baltimore we are committed to providing competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that supports the well-being and growth of our employees.

Compensation Range: $69358 - $80871 yearly (based on experience and qualifications)

Benefits Package

Health & Wellness

• Medical dental and vision insurance options

• Employer-paid life insurance short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Access to mental health resources and employee assistance programs (EAP)

Time Off & Leave

• Paid Time Off (PTO) plus scheduled school breaks

• Paid parental leave

Retirement & Financial Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer match

 Additional Perks

• Bonusly employee recognition program

• Access to discounts and wellness perks through our benefits providers

• A strong mission-driven culture dedicated to educational equity

Start Date: Immediate

Statement of Non-Discrimination:  KIPP Baltimore is committed to the ideal of diversity in its student body and in its faculty and staff.  KIPP Baltimore does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender disability age religion sexual orientation nationality or ethnicity. We are strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.  

You can apply by using our KIPP Baltimore Career Page at Work :

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Employment Type :

Full-time