Richmond Public Schools
Director, Talent Acquisition
Richmond Public Schools, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Job Title:
Director, Talent AcquisitionGrade Level/Terms of Employment:
Grade 133.2 / 260 days (12 months)FLSA Status:
ExemptWork Location:
Central OfficeImmediate Supervisor:
Chief Talent Officer
General Description:The Director of Talent Acquisition oversees a comprehensive, division-wide recruitment program including staff hiring, substitute management, licensure, onboarding, and resignations. The Director of Talent Acquisition works under the direct supervision of the Chief Talent Officer for Richmond Public Schools (RPS).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:• Develop a strong understanding of RPS' vision and strategic goals and implement a strategic talent acquisition plan that supports those goals and drives scalable best practices to attract and retain top talent• Oversee and direct all of the Talent Acquisition Office's activities and ensure allrecruitment/selection/onboarding actions comply with federal and state laws, school board policies and RPS administrative procedures• Partner closely with Principal Directors, Chiefs, and other key internal leaders to identify solutions to talent problems/issues• Establish and maintain comprehensive recruiting partnerships with colleges, universities, community stakeholders, and other school divisions• Partner with our Communications & Marketing team, as well as external vendors, to enhance the employer brand• Manage the recruitment budget and plan appropriately for the future needs of the Talent Acquisition team and RPS• Motivate, develop, and grow a team of high performing Talent Acquisition professionals across the full recruiting landscape at RPS, with the goal of meeting the aggressive demand for talent while keeping a keen eye on candidate quality andupholding the high standards we have in our recruiting practices• Oversee the Licensure Specialists ensure applicants meet licensure qualifications and all professionally licensed staff maintain appropriate license and/or endorsement• Delegate assignments as appropriate and evaluate the work performance of Talent Acquisition staff• Assists the Chief Talent Officer with grant applications, management, and monitoring• Provides leadership on other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in human resources management or related field. A Master's degree in a related area is preferred• Five years of experience including at least three years of progressive experience at a leadership or senior level within the discipline with an emphasis on recruitment methodologies and practices• Previous experience growing and managing a team of successful recruiters with talent acquisition experience in all aspects of the recruiting lifecycle, from sourcing to closing• Experience in the development and implementation of innovative recruitment and retention strategies• Ability to establish and maintain successful recruiting partnerships that will facilitate the hiring of high-quality applicants• Excellent interpersonal, communications, planning, presentation, public relations, and organizational skills are required• Knowledge of Internet-based recruitment strategies, programs, and best practice techniques is essential• Must be able to travel 3-5 days out of a week during peak recruitment periods and handle/lift packaged recruitment materials weighing 35-50 lbs.• Bilingual/fluency in Spanish preferred
HOW TO APPLY:
All applicants (including RPS employees) must submit an online application. Please access the website at:
www.rvaschools.net
Please upload a current resume with your application.
Three reference names and contact information will be required if you progress to the interview step of the selection process.
Richmond Public Schools will conduct a background investigation, fingerprinting, and tuberculosis screening as a condition of employment. EOE.
Director, Talent AcquisitionGrade Level/Terms of Employment:
Grade 133.2 / 260 days (12 months)FLSA Status:
ExemptWork Location:
Central OfficeImmediate Supervisor:
Chief Talent Officer
General Description:The Director of Talent Acquisition oversees a comprehensive, division-wide recruitment program including staff hiring, substitute management, licensure, onboarding, and resignations. The Director of Talent Acquisition works under the direct supervision of the Chief Talent Officer for Richmond Public Schools (RPS).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:• Develop a strong understanding of RPS' vision and strategic goals and implement a strategic talent acquisition plan that supports those goals and drives scalable best practices to attract and retain top talent• Oversee and direct all of the Talent Acquisition Office's activities and ensure allrecruitment/selection/onboarding actions comply with federal and state laws, school board policies and RPS administrative procedures• Partner closely with Principal Directors, Chiefs, and other key internal leaders to identify solutions to talent problems/issues• Establish and maintain comprehensive recruiting partnerships with colleges, universities, community stakeholders, and other school divisions• Partner with our Communications & Marketing team, as well as external vendors, to enhance the employer brand• Manage the recruitment budget and plan appropriately for the future needs of the Talent Acquisition team and RPS• Motivate, develop, and grow a team of high performing Talent Acquisition professionals across the full recruiting landscape at RPS, with the goal of meeting the aggressive demand for talent while keeping a keen eye on candidate quality andupholding the high standards we have in our recruiting practices• Oversee the Licensure Specialists ensure applicants meet licensure qualifications and all professionally licensed staff maintain appropriate license and/or endorsement• Delegate assignments as appropriate and evaluate the work performance of Talent Acquisition staff• Assists the Chief Talent Officer with grant applications, management, and monitoring• Provides leadership on other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in human resources management or related field. A Master's degree in a related area is preferred• Five years of experience including at least three years of progressive experience at a leadership or senior level within the discipline with an emphasis on recruitment methodologies and practices• Previous experience growing and managing a team of successful recruiters with talent acquisition experience in all aspects of the recruiting lifecycle, from sourcing to closing• Experience in the development and implementation of innovative recruitment and retention strategies• Ability to establish and maintain successful recruiting partnerships that will facilitate the hiring of high-quality applicants• Excellent interpersonal, communications, planning, presentation, public relations, and organizational skills are required• Knowledge of Internet-based recruitment strategies, programs, and best practice techniques is essential• Must be able to travel 3-5 days out of a week during peak recruitment periods and handle/lift packaged recruitment materials weighing 35-50 lbs.• Bilingual/fluency in Spanish preferred
HOW TO APPLY:
All applicants (including RPS employees) must submit an online application. Please access the website at:
www.rvaschools.net
Please upload a current resume with your application.
Three reference names and contact information will be required if you progress to the interview step of the selection process.
Richmond Public Schools will conduct a background investigation, fingerprinting, and tuberculosis screening as a condition of employment. EOE.