HR and Recruitment Specialist

Job Title: HR & Recruitment Specialist (Faith-Based Schools)

Job Description:

The HR & Recruitment Specialist will lead the strategic recruitment, evaluation, and placement of highly qualified Title I instructors within Jewish and Catholic educational institutions. This role requires a deep understanding of the values and traditions of faith-based schools and a keen ability to identify candidates who align with conservative and culturally appropriate environments. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining the integrity of school culture matches while ensuring seamless hiring processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Outreach

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract Title I instructors who align with Jewish, Catholic, and conservative educational values.
• Manage job postings and recruitment pipelines across platforms such as Indeed and specialized faith-based job boards.
• Actively source and engage candidates via direct outreach, assessing their fit with cultural and educational requirements.
• Establish and nurture relationships with universities, job fairs, and networks that support nonprofit and faith-based education.

Candidate Evaluation & Interviewing

• Conduct initial interviews to assess teaching credentials, cultural alignment, and potential school placements.
• Evaluate resumes and backgrounds to ensure candidates meet the standards of religious school environments.
• Maintain detailed records of interview insights and candidate evaluations for leadership review.

Hiring & Onboarding

• Coordinate background checks, fingerprinting, and reference verification processes for incoming hires.
• Collaborate with internal teams to finalize employment terms, including compensation and school assignments.
• Submit candidate profiles for offer letter generation and onboarding documentation.
• Apply cultural insight and professional judgment to ensure effective candidate-school matching based on teaching style and values.
• Maintain consistent communication with school leadership to facilitate smooth onboarding and staff integration.

General Human Resources Support

• Address HR-related concerns, staffing challenges, and personnel issues as needed.
• Participate in team meetings, strategy sessions, and town halls to align recruitment efforts with institutional goals.
• Assist in refining HR policies and cultural training programs to enhance candidate readiness and school satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven experience in recruitment, preferably in nonprofit or educational sectors.
• Strong understanding of Jewish, Catholic, and conservative school values and hiring expectations.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills within faith-based and nonprofit education communities.
• Proficiency in managing applicant tracking systems, job boards, and HR tools.
• Exceptional communication skills and discretion in cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage recruitment projects efficiently.