Recruiter
Houston, MS - USA
Job Summary
The Recruiter supports the organizations talent acquisition efforts by helping identify attract and hire high-quality candidates for instructional leadership and support staff roles. This role is ideal for someone early in their HR or recruiting career who is passionate about education and eager to build strong pipelines of diverse talent. The Recruiter plays a key role in ensuring a positive candidate experience and supporting efficient equitable hiring practices across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Sourcing
- Support the execution of recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates across multiple roles.
- Source candidates through job boards social media platforms databases and outreach efforts.
- Assist in building and maintaining partnerships with universities certification programs and community organizations.
- Attend and support recruitment events such as career fairs information sessions and networking events.
Hiring Process Coordination
- Post job openings and manage applicant flow through the applicant tracking system (ATS).
- Review resumes and conduct initial candidate screenings.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Ensure all hiring steps are completed in a timely and organized manner.
Candidate Experience & Onboarding
- Provide a welcoming professional and responsive experience for all candidates.
- Support onboarding logistics including new hire communication documentation and orientation preparation.
- Assist in ensuring new hires have a smooth transition into their roles.
Data & Reporting
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the ATS.
- Track recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill candidate pipelines and event outcomes.
- Assist in analyzing hiring data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Equity & Compliance
- Support equitable and inclusive hiring practices aligned with organizational values.
- Ensure compliance with hiring policies procedures and applicable employment laws.
- Participate in training related to bias reduction and inclusive hiring practices.
Offboarding & Continuous Improvement
- Assist with exit interview coordination and data collection.
- Gather candidate and new hire feedback to improve recruitment processes.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience (HR Business Education or related field preferred)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office (Docs Sheets Excel etc.)
- Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion
Preferred
- Previous internship or experience in recruiting HR customer service or education
- Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS)
- Interest in working in a school or nonprofit environment
About Company
Responsibilities Coordinate the collection, integration, and formatting of all data required for PEIMS submission according to PEIMS Data Standards.Work cooperatively with the campus, business office, and personnel office staff to collect, organize, and format data required to submit ... View more