HR and Recruitment Specialist

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Not Specified

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.

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.

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Workplace: Remote
• Language: English
• Department: Not Specified
• Published: 2025-05-29