Recruitment Manager

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 Baltimore's 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 Baltimore's 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 Baltimore's 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 Baltimore's Regional Team.