Family Recruiter

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

Position Overview:
Are you a people person who loves connecting with the community and helping families find incredible opportunities for their children? If so, this part-time role is tailor-made for you.

As a Rocketship Family Recruiter, your mission will be to share the exciting opportunities available for elementary-aged students at Rocketship Public Schools in Wisconsin, serving the Northside and Southside of Milwaukee. You’ll be the enthusiastic voice and face of Rocketship, inspiring families with the possibilities our schools offer.

This role is ideal for an outgoing, charismatic, and community-oriented individual who thrives on meaningful conversations and enjoys engaging families throughout the community. The Family Recruiter will attend community events, family events, youth sports games, local businesses, and other high-traffic locations to connect with prospective families and support student enrollment efforts.

This is a part-time, results-driven role focused on generating family interest, supporting the enrollment process, and helping Rocketship meet regional enrollment goals. The successful candidate will be expected to support outreach initiatives, maintain consistent follow-up with prospective families, and contribute toward enrollment and community engagement objectives.

Bonus points if you’re multilingual, especially Spanish, as it’s a fantastic asset in our diverse and vibrant communities, but it’s not a requirement.

If you’re passionate about bridging the achievement gap, enjoy connecting with people, and are motivated by helping families find a great school community, join us as we build strong school communities and robust waitlists for the future of Rocketship Public Schools.

Key Responsibilities:
• Canvassing within recruitment areas specified by the recruitment plan you are helping to execute

• Canvassing includes, but is not limited to, knocking on doors, making contact with local community groups and businesses, and distributing informational materials to prospective families at events and high-traffic locations

• Attend community events, family events, youth sports games, local fairs, neighborhood events, and other approved community outreach activities to promote Rocketship Public Schools

• Engage prospective families at community centers, local businesses, parks, athletic events, and other approved outreach locations

• Support phone calls, text outreach, and follow-up communication with new and prospective families

• Support families throughout the student enrollment process

• Partner with school teams and Office Managers to ensure a smooth transition once families begin the enrollment process

• Support event planning and promotion of informational meetings for prospective families

• Track recruitment activities and outreach efforts within designated target areas

• Maintain accurate data entry related to family outreach, recruitment activity, and enrollment progress

• Support regional outreach and enrollment objectives through consistent communication and follow-through

• Provide feedback to inform continued refinement of recruitment plans

• Support new and existing schools with enrollment efforts

Qualifications:
• A passion for Rocketship’s mission to eliminate the achievement gap and a belief that all students can achieve academic success

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills

• Outgoing and comfortable engaging with families and community members in public settings

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Strong PC-based computer skills and ability to learn new computer programs quickly

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in sensitive situations

• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

• Ability to work a flexible part-time schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends based on recruitment and event needs

• Previous experience in community outreach, customer service, recruiting, enrollment support, sales, or marketing preferred

• Spanish-speaking ability preferred, but not required

Physical Demands::
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

Compensation:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.

Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools’ employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy. For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Human Resources.