Child Development Recruiter

Were Hiring: Child Development Recruiter

Location:Providence RI
Reports To:Director of Talent
Employment Type:Full-Time (Monday - Friday 8 hour shifts)

Join Our Mission

At Childrens Friend we believe every child deserves a strong start. Behind every great early childhood program is a team of passionate educatorsand thats where you come in.

Were looking for a dynamic high-energy recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building teams that make a real impact in the lives of children and families.

What Youll Do:

This isnt just a recruiting roleyoull be the driving force behind hiring for our early childhood programs.

Lead Full-Cycle Recruitment

• Own end-to-end hiring for teachers assistants and program staff
• Manage high-volume requisitions across multiple sites
• Conduct phone screens and guide candidates through the process
• Keep roles moving to minimize vacancy gaps

Partner with Hiring Managers

• Lead intake meetings to define hiring needs
• Coordinate interviews and drive timely decisions
• Keep everyone accountable to hiring timelines
• Support Policy Council interview coordination

Build Strong Talent Pipelines

• Source candidates through job boards referrals and outreach
• Re-engage past applicants and maintain active pipelines
• Support recruitment events and creative sourcing strategies
• Manage internship recruitment and partnerships

Own the Onboarding Experience

• Guide candidates from offer to first day
• Ensure completion of all pre-employment requirements
• Partner with HR Benefits and L&D for seamless onboarding
• Lead new hire orientation and ensure HRIS/payroll setup

Drive Data & Process Excellence

• Track recruiting metrics like time-to-fill and pipeline health
• Maintain accurate data in ATS/HRIS systems
• Ensure compliance with hiring regulations and documentation
• Keep all records audit-ready

Why This Role Stands Out

• Make a direct impact on early childhood education
• High visibility role with leadership partnership
• Opportunity to innovate and improve recruiting strategies
• Mission-driven work that truly matters

What You Bring:

• 6 years of recruiting experience (high-volume/full-cycle preferred)
• Strong ability to juggle multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Experience working with applicant tracking systems and data
• Excellent organization and follow-through
• Confidence working independently and driving results

Bonus if you have:

• Experience in early childhood education or nonprofit sectors
• Familiarity with CDA or early childhood credentials
• Bilingual skills (Spanish strongly preferred)

Work Environment

• Hybrid role (remote onsite presence required)
• Occasional travel between program sites
• Participation in recruitment events

Why Join Childrens Friend

At Childrens Friend we believe every child deserves a strong start. As part of our team youll have the chance to grow professionally contribute meaningfully and be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your efforts matter every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process please contact us at .

Childrens Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Medical Dental and Vision coverage
• Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
• Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 12 Holidays
• Competitive Vacation Benefits
• Training and Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance