Recruitment and Student Placement Coordinator

Waterbury Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterbury Public Schools is seeking a Recruitment and Student Placement Coordinator to manage Pre‑K registrations city‑wide, including Maloney and Rotella Magnet Schools. The role reports to Early Childhood Education leadership and requires coordinating with families, staff, and outside agencies to ensure accurate placement.

The position is grant‑funded, non‑union, full‑time (35 hours/week) with a 12‑month schedule.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• At least 5 years’ experience working with the public.
• Incumbents may be required to possess a current CT Motor Vehicle Class D Operator License.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Pre‑K registrations city‑wide, including Maloney and Rotella Magnet School applications.
• Collaborate with outside agencies for registration.
• Assign students to classrooms and prepare class lists.
• Maintain data on students in school computer systems.
• Distribute notices and advertising for registration.
• Assist transportation coordinator in setting up bus routes.
• Handle student transfers and forwarding records to departments.
• Test new students for screening and placement.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisor.

Skills

Testing methods

Recruitment procedures

Excel

Communication

Clerical records

Staff/parent/community relations

Bi‑lingual

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Recruitment and Student Placement Coordinator JobID: 3148

• Position Type: Office: Professional & Clerical/ Recruitment & Student Placement Coordinator
• Date Posted: 11/13/2025
• Location: Early Childhood Education Center
• Date Available: Immediately After Hire

Waterbury Public Schools

JOB CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Recruitment and Student Placement Coordinator

DEPARTMENT:

Educational Grants Early Childhood

FUNDING SOURCE:

Grants

BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION:

Non-Union

REPORTS TO:

Initially works under the close supervision of an employee of higher grade; works more independently with acquired experience.

FLSA DESIGNATION:

Non-Exempt Full-Time, 35hrs/wk. 12 Month $17.58/hour. Note: This is a non-union, grant-funded position that exists as long as grant funds are available.

Waterbury Public Schools

JOB CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Recruitment and Student Placement Coordinator

DEPARTMENT:

Educational Grants Early Childhood

FUNDING SOURCE:

Grants

BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION:

Non-Union

REPORTS TO:

Initially works under the close supervision of an employee of higher grade; works more independently with acquired experience.

FLSA DESIGNATION:

Non-Exempt Full-Time, 35hrs/wk. 12 Month $17.58/hour. Note: This is a non-union, grant-funded position that exists as long as grant funds are available.

PART I - SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION

This class is accountable for coordinating all Waterbury Public School Pre‑K registrations, including Maloney and Rotella Magnet schools.

PART II - MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Education: High School diploma required.
• General Experience: At least 5 years’ experience working with the public.
• B. CREDENTIALS
• C. LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a current CT Motor Vehicle Class D Operator License.
• D. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• E. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Must be familiar with testing methods and recruitment procedures;
  • Knowledge of various computer applications including Excel;
  • Should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Must be proficient in the maintenance of vital clerical records;
  • Must have the ability to work effectively with staff, parents and the community.
  • Bi‑Lingual preferred

PART III - POSITION SUPERVISES:

N/A

PART IV - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for Pre‑K registrations City‑wide, including both Maloney and Rotella Magnet School applications;
• Collaborates with outside agencies for registration;
• Assigns students to classrooms;
• Prepares class lists for the teachers and office files;
• Collects data on students for school computer system;
• Responsible for notices and advertising distribution for registration;
• Assists the transportation coordinator in setting up bus routes;
• Responsible for all student transfers and forwarding student records to appropriate departments;
• Provides testing of new students for screening and placement;
• Performs other related duties as required by the Supervisor of Early Childhood Education Program.

PART V - Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements

Physical Requirements:

Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

Frequency: Place an “X” in each box that is appropriate to your job.

NEVER (N) OCCASIONALLY (O) FREQUENTLY (F) CONSTANTLY (C) 0 % of Shift 1‑33% of Shift 34‑66% of Shift 67‑100% of Shift

Working Conditions N O F C Working Conditions N O F C Physical Demands Depth Perception X Standing X Color Distinction X Walking X Peripheral Vision X Sitting X Driving X Lifting X Physical Strength: Carrying X Little Physical Effort (-10lbs.) X Pushing X Light Work (-20 lbs.) X Pulling X Medium Work (20‑50 lbs.) X Climbing X Heavy Work (50‑100 lbs.) X Balancing X Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.) X Stooping X Environmental Conditions Kneeling X Cold (50 degrees F or less) X Crouching X Heat (90 degrees F or more) X Crawling X Temperature Changes X Reaching X Wetness X Handling X Humidity X Grasping X Extreme Noise or Vibration X Twisting X Exposure to Chemicals X Feeling X Exposure to Gases and Fumes X Talking X Exposure to Unpleasant Odors X Hearing X Exposure to bodily fluids X Repetitive Motion X Exposure to dampness X Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination X Confinement to a Small or Restricting Area X Visual Acuity/Near X Mechanical Hazards X Visual Acuity/Far X Physical danger or abuse X

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES PERFORMED BY PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.