Senior Recruiter, Talent Acquisition

Jobtailor

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Washington, DC is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to lead full-cycle recruiting for the DC Region, partner with senior leaders, and translate staffing needs into proactive recruitment plans.

You will build talent pipelines, use data-driven strategies, coordinate interviews, and strengthen employer branding while ensuring an equitable candidate experience. This role supports mission-driven education initiatives and collaborates with nonprofit partners.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
5+ years of progressive full-cycle recruiting or Talent Acquisition experience.
Experience partnering with senior hiring managers to influence decisions.
Ability to use recruiting data and funnel analytics to diagnose challenges.
Experience building talent pipelines through sourcing, partnerships, referrals, events, and proactive channels.
Experience with applicant tracking systems.

Responsibilities

Translate staffing needs into actionable recruitment plans for the DC Region.
Develop role- and campus-specific recruiting strategies and maintain talent pipelines.
Identify talent risks and gaps and recommend strategies.
Build candidate pipelines through proactive sourcing and networking.
Coordinate interviews, hiring fairs, and selection events.
Partner with hiring managers on timely decisions and closing.

Skills

Full-Cycle Recruiting

Sourcing

Candidate Cultivation

Boolean Search

Talent Pipeline Development

Education

Bachelor's degree

PHR/SHRM-CP certification

Tools

Lever

Indeed

Resume Databases

Job description

Talent Acquisition Partner – DC Region

Report to the Director of Human Resources and serve as the primary Talent Acquisition partner for the DC Region
Translate projected staffing needs, historical turnover, enrollment assumptions, anticipated talent movement, and confirmed vacancies into actionable recruitment plans
Develop role- and campus-specific recruiting strategies and maintain talent pipelines ahead of confirmed vacancies
Identify talent risks, pipeline gaps, and hiring barriers and recommend strategies
Build prospective candidate pipelines through proactive sourcing, talent mapping, professional networks, resume databases, LinkedIn, Indeed, Lever, career fairs, community outreach, social media, and other channels
Use Boolean search, talent communities, past applicant data, and targeted sourcing campaigns
Re-engage former candidates, previous applicants, alumni, and warm leads through cultivation and nurture campaigns
Conduct resume reviews, phone screens, and candidate assessments
Evaluate technical readiness and alignment with Rocketship's instructional model, mission, culture, coaching practices, and expectations
Communicate the Rocketship employee experience and move qualified candidates efficiently through the recruitment process
Coordinate interviews, group interview days, hiring fairs, and other selection events
Partner with hiring managers on timely selection decisions and candidate closing
Conduct talent reviews with principals and regional leadership
Train and coach hiring managers on structured interviewing, candidate evaluation, equitable selection, candidate experience, and closing
Maintain candidate and requisition data in Lever and other systems
Monitor recruitment funnels, analyze conversion rates, maintain dashboards, and report hiring updates and Talent Acquisition metrics
Build relationships with colleges, universities, educator preparation programs, certification programs, community organizations, professional associations, and talent partners
Represent Rocketship at career fairs, university events, conferences, community events, and recruitment opportunities
Plan and execute recruiting events and strengthen Rocketship DC's employer brand
Develop employee referral campaigns and identify internal talent pathways
Coordinate credentialing, background checks, employment eligibility, and other pre‑employment requirements
Maintain candidate engagement between offer acceptance and start date and analyze new‑hire feedback
Support selection, onboarding, and early‑retention strategies

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
5+ years of progressive full-cycle recruiting or Talent Acquisition experience, including significant responsibility for proactive sourcing and candidate cultivation
Demonstrated success recruiting for difficult-to-fill or specialized positions
Experience partnering directly with senior hiring managers and influencing hiring decisions and processes
Demonstrated ability to use recruiting data and funnel analytics to diagnose challenges and adjust strategy
Experience building talent pipelines through sourcing, partnerships, referrals, events, and other proactive channels
Experience with applicant tracking systems
Advanced sourcing and talent‑mapping skills, including Boolean search and proactive candidate identification
Strong analytical skills and comfort using recruiting data to evaluate pipeline health and make recommendations
Excellent candidate cultivation, communication, and closing skills
Strong judgment in assessing candidate quality and organizational alignment
Strong project management, organization, and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple searches and competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
K–12 education, education‑adjacent, nonprofit, or other mission‑driven recruiting experience strongly preferred
Experience recruiting educators, special education professionals, or school leaders strongly preferred
Teaching, school leadership, or school‑based experience highly valued
PHR, SHRM‑CP, or other relevant professional certification a plus
Commitment to providing an equitable, transparent, responsive, and high‑quality candidate experience

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in full-cycle recruiting, including advanced sourcing techniques, talent pipeline development, and data‑driven decision-making. Proven ability to build relationships with hiring managers and influence recruitment strategies in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

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