Manager, Recruitment
About the role
Teach For America (TFA) is seeking a dynamic Recruitment Manager to lead our efforts in Ohio and Northern Kentucky. This role will be instrumental in deepening our presence and partnerships with key campuses and mission-aligned organizations across the area.
Responsibilities
Set and execute recruitment strategy across Ohio and Northern Kentucky
Develop and execute a recruitment strategy that strengthens and amplifies TFA’s presence at Ohio and Northern Kentucky colleges, universities, and community-based organizations
Identify and execute branding opportunities and campaigns (both on-campus and virtually) that elevate TFA’s visibility and message with relevant audiences
Build partnerships with stakeholders (e.g., alumni, faculty, student organizations, nonprofits) to mobilize
Work across teams to plan, execute, and improve strategy, using data-based tools to identify gaps, patterns, and opportunities within campaigns and develop solutions to achieve outcomes
Initiate and nurture relationships with potential network partners and external stakeholders, deepening their understanding of Teach For America’s mission and reinforcing their commitment to the movement for educational opportunity
Plan and execute high-quality recruitment events and initiatives that support campaign goals and drive candidate engagement
Execute recruitment strategies to drive applications and steward candidates through the admissions process
Lead across the movement
Qualifications
Prior Experience: At least 2 years of professional experience
Teach For America alumni and/or experience working in low-income schools in Ohio or Northern Kentucky strongly preferred
Prior recruitment experience preferred
Skills and Abilities
Proficient in planning, execution, and strategy design, thriving on creating and leading key initiatives (such as in-person events and campus partnerships) that attract top prospects to Teach For America
Exceptionally detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously while maintaining high-quality results
Skilled at building and nurturing relationships, particularly across different groups, to foster strong partnerships and achieve meaningful outcomes
Able to communicate clearly and persuasively in a variety of settings, whether one-on-one, in small groups, or at large-scale events; can effectively tailor messaging to engage and inspire different audiences
Comfort navigating both in-person and virtual spaces across geographies and organizations
Continuously striving for personal and professional growth, reflecting on experiences, seeking feedback, incorporating it quickly, and taking ownership of their development and success
Passionate about access to educational excellence and a deep commitment to advancing opportunity across Ohio and Northern Kentucky
Compensation
The applicable salary range for each U.S.-based role is based on where the employee works and is aligned to one of 3 tiers according to a cost of labor index in that geographic area. Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role.