Recruitment and Selection Coordinator

UNKNOWN; Bernalillo (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bernalillo Public Schools in Bernalillo, NM is seeking a Recruitment and Selection Coordinator to lead district-wide recruitment, collaborate with colleges, and ensure equitable hiring practices. You will also support onboarding for educators and staff and maintain ATS records.

The role requires strong collaboration with the Human Resources leadership, knowledge of licensure requirements, and data-driven staffing planning to meet district needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Public Admin, Education, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, HR, or public education.
• Strong understanding of state educator licensure and employment laws.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and HRIS.
• Ability to analyze data in Excel or a comparable application.
• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and inclusive hiring.

Responsibilities

• Develop year-round recruitment strategies to attract certified staff.
• Screen applications and coordinate interview panels.
• Ensure objective, equitable interview processes.
• Facilitate background checks and licensure verification.
• Coordinate onboarding with HR and academic leadership.
• Monitor data to forecast staffing needs and retention.

Skills

Recruitment strategy

HR knowledge

Public education understanding

Data analysis (Excel)

HRIS

ATS (Applicant Tracking System)

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (HR/Public Admin/Education)

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Excel

Job description

Position: Recruitment and Selection Coordinator

Supervisor: Human Resource Director

Overview

Bernalillo Public Schools is seeking passionate, reflective, and student-centered employees who believe deeply in the brilliance of every child and are committed to creating joyful, rigorous, and inclusive learning environments.

Our elementary teachers play a critical role in shaping students’ academic foundations, sense of identity, and love of learning. They deliver engaging instruction, build strong classroom communities, and partner with families. Elementary educators in BPS are responsible for helping young learners develop foundational literacy, numeracy, curiosity, and confidence while holding high expectations for academic growth.

Our Community

Bernalillo Public Schools honors the historic homelands of the Pueblo people and the shared contributions of the Pueblo people and descendants of Spanish settlers to establish vibrant communities now and in the future. We serve a close-knit, rural community with a richly diverse student population, including many Hispanic and Native American students whose families maintain deep ties to culture, language, land, and community life. Many students are bilingual or multilingual, creating opportunities for instruction that integrate language development and content learning. Teaching in Bernalillo means partnering closely with families, honoring students’ identities, and delivering rigorous, engaging instruction that builds on students’ strengths while holding high expectations for learning and growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment Strategy & Outreach

• Develop and implement year-round recruitment strategies to attract certified teachers, instructional staff, administrators, and support personnel.
• Build and maintain relationships with colleges of education, alternative licensure programs, and local/statewide educator networks.
• Represent the district at job fairs, recruitment events, and university career expos.
• Create marketing materials and campaigns that highlight the district's mission, values, and employment opportunities.

Hiring & Selection Process

• Partner with hiring managers to develop clear job descriptions and hiring criteria aligned with district needs and state licensure requirements.
• Screen applications and support interview panel coordination for schools and departments.
• Ensure that interview processes are objective, equitable, and aligned with district hiring protocols.
• Facilitate background checks, licensure verification, and employment eligibility in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Onboarding Support

• Coordinate with HR and academic leadership to support effective onboarding of new hires, including educators, substitutes, and classified staff.
• Help manage orientation logistics, documentation, and follow-up.

Equity, Compliance & Data

• Monitor recruitment and selection data to identify trends, forecast staffing needs, and support retention planning.
• Promote and ensure equitable hiring practices in alignment with the district’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.
• Ensure compliance with state licensure standards, equal employment opportunity (EEO) regulations, and board policies.
• Maintain accurate records and generate reports using the district’s applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or by the Superintendent.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Education, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, HR, or public education.
3. Strong understanding of state educator licensure and employment laws affecting school personnel.
4. Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
5. Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and human resource information systems (HRIS).
6. Ability to accurately analyze data in Excel or a comparable application and leverage insights to inform action
7. Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and inclusive hiring practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a K–12 public school district HR department.
• Familiarity with teacher licensure pathways and credentialing processes.
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) or administrative licensure.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills.
• Required to pass a background check.

Physical Requirements

Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and moving light furniture may be required.

Safety and Health

• Child Abuse/Substance Abuse Workshop
• Bloodborne Pathogens Standard Training

Equipment/Material Handled

Must know how to properly operate, or be willing to learn to operate, multi-media equipment including current technology as needed.

Work Environment

Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality. Job responsibilities require both inside and outside assignments. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignments without direct supervision. Occasional after hour work may be required. Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, and moving light furniture may be required.

Terms of Employment

237 day contract.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Terms of Employment

As determined by district calendar and collective bargaining agreement.