Student Recruitment and Retention Specialist

WELCOME TO FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS!
Thank you for your interest in Fridley Public Schools, an International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools district. We are the only school district in Minnesota and one of few in the U.S. that offers the full IB Continuum to students in pre-K to grade 12. As a world class community of learners, Fridley Public Schools aims to develop internationally minded students. We challenge ourselves, our students, and our community to become caring and knowledgeable life-long learners who inquire and take action to create a better world.
Our mission is to guide students in the development of learning skills to help them reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will be an individual who firmly believes ...

• In the value of diversity and inclusion in enriching the educational experience of all students.
• All students feel valued and have a sense of belonging.
• All learners have the right to a quality education.
• All learners have the ability to learn and attain self-fulfillment.
• All learners need the strategies and tools necessary to strive toward becoming responsible, independent and productive members of society.

Description: Student Recruitment and Retention Specialist - Full Time, year-round position
Salary: Individual Contract, $70,000 - $85,000/yr, depending on experience. Works with applicable supervisors and/or building administrators
Bargaining Unit: Individual Contract
Desired Start Date: ASAP

Job Summary:
The Student Recruitment and Retention Specialist at Fridley Public Schools (FPS) ISD 14 is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to attract and retain students, with a particular focus on critical transition periods between grades 4 to 5 and 8 to 9. This role will actively engage students and families, collaborate with school and community partners, and provide targeted support to student-athletes to enhance academic success, emotional well-being, and overall school engagement. By fostering meaningful connections and promoting the benefits of FPS programs, this position plays a key role in strengthening student retention and success across the district.

Qualifications:
? Associate degree or equivalent post-high school coursework in human resources or High School diploma or GED
? Three years of progressive responsibility and experience in marketing, recruiting, and/ or related fields.
? High degree of aptitude and proficiency with computer based accounting systems and with personal computer applications such as Word, Excel, Canva etc.

Diversity:

Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Fridley Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our academic mission. Fridley Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Fridley Public Schools ISD 14 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Fridley Public Schools ISD 14 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Fridley Public Schools is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity Employment.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HRdepartment@isd14.org or call 763-502-5006.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.