Identify and attract a qualified talent pool to fill staffing needs of the district on a national scale. This role requires a strategic and proactive approach to recruitment, leveraging a variety of sourcing methods and building strong relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders. The recruiter will research, develop, and implement effective recruiting and staffing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent for the following schools: 

• Calvin Donaldson Environmental
• Dalewood Middle
• East Lake Academy
• Hardy Elementary
• The Howard School
• Orchard Knob Elementary
• Orchard Knob Middle
• Virtual School

This position is pending board approval. 

• Builds applicant sources by researching and contacting out-of-state community services, higher education institutions, employment agencies, recruiters, media, internet sites, etc.
• Conducts strategic marketing and communication outreach to increase mass visibility, such as developing social/print media campaigns, selecting appropriate school-specific marketing materials, and/or modifying materials to match specific audiences.
• Plans, implements, and attends a variety of recruitment events in identified locations nationwide. 
• Creates and facilitates engaging multi-media presentations to a variety of audiences.
• Builds awareness of the opportunities and benefits of teaching in the District.
• Identifies, cultivates, and influences diverse top-talent leaders to apply and join the District.
• Builds and maintains relationships with the community, higher education, and organization leaders, both in-state and out-of-state.
• Develops and maintains partnerships with out-of-state institutions of higher education to attract and place student teachers and residency teachers in the District.
• Devises strategies to engage prospects and drive interest in applying to the District and moving to Hamilton County Schools. 
• Tracks and evaluates the effectiveness of individual strategies and the overall recruitment campaign; makes adjustments, as needed.
• Manages extensive internal and external communications.
• Communicates (both verbally and in written form) with diverse audiences in engaging and inspiring ways.
• Collects and analyzes data to make timely decisions, prioritize actions, and prepare reports.
• Assists in implementing the District’s Recruitment Plan.
• Determines applicant requirements by studying job descriptions and qualifications.
• Communicates virtually with team members.
• Arrange for and travel to identified colleges/communities to recruit.
• Seasonal travel up to 50% of working hours 
• Operates a motor vehicle to perform various work activities. 
• Attends work as scheduled and arrives to work on time. 
• Maintains confidentiality. 
• Complies with applicable district, state, and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures, including but not limited to areas in security/school safety programs. 
• Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law and Code of Professional Conduct as defined by Board Policy 5.6011.
• Use computers and other technology to enter and access information related to essential job functions. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
• Attends meetings and training as required. 

Knowledge/Education/Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in related field 
• Valid driver’s license required 
• SHRM-CP or SCP preferred 
• Three (3) experience preferred 

Skills/Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of TN licensure processes
• Knowledge of District structures, schools, and communities.
• Knowledge of local and regional talent pools.
• Ability to exert the leadership and initiative necessary to ensure principals have a high-quality, diverse pool of teacher applicants.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality, professionalism, poise, tact, and diplomacy to accomplish objectives.
• Ability to multitask and maintain focus/discipline.
• Ability to problem solve and facilitate groups.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment with shifting priorities and multiple deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals of various cultural, social, and educational backgrounds, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, coordinate, and implement a variety of recruitment activities, projects, and events.
• Ability to keep and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to collaborate and establish partnerships with the business community, institutions of higher education, and community organizations.
• Ability to travel frequently, approximately two (2) weeks each month.
• Outgoing and self-motivated with a strong desire to excel.
• Proficient computer literacy; skills and in-depth knowledge of data mining and internet research. 
• Possess physical and mental stamina commensurate with the responsibilities of the position. 

Compensation: 

Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience. 

Grade: G 

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