Talent Acquisition Associate

Washington, DC

Full Time

Entry Level

Talent Acquisition Associate

Job Summary

The Talent Acquisition Associate role is an integral part of the Talent Acquisition team, supporting the team to have an efficient and effective recruitment and selection process for hiring KIPP DC staff members. The starting salary range for this role is $54,039-$57,765. This is a full-time role, with hybrid flexibility based at our headquarters office with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2025.

About KIPP DC Public Schools
By 2025, KIPP DC will build upon two decades of proven results to develop into a more impactful, innovative, and inclusive school system that provides joyful, identity-affirming learning experiences so that all students and alumni achieve extraordinary outcomes.
Our work is grounded in a commitment to excellence, equity, and justice. We believe all students have the right to rigorous, relevant, and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented and diverse educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging. We believe students and teachers best succeed when surrounded by an ecosystem of supports, including our central headquarters team that supports KIPP DC’s 20 schools, 7,300 students, and 1,300 teachers, leaders, and staff members dedicated to this mission.

About the Talent Acquisition Team
The Talent Acquisition Team is at the heart of our mission to empower the next generation of Washington, D.C. leaders. This passionate group is dedicated to finding and selecting a diverse and exceptional team of educators and leaders. We believe that talented individuals are our greatest asset, and we work tirelessly to identify, attract, and support those who share KIPP DC's commitment to student success.

About the Talent Acquisition Associate Role
The Talent Acquisition Associate will work with other members of the Talent Acquisition team to implement effective strategies to evaluate and hire high-caliber candidates for roles at KIPP DC. They will also support the Talent Acquisition team through their management of several administrative tasks and projects. This is an exempt position and will report to the Director of Talent Acquisition.

Location and Type of Work
As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families, we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. This position will generally work independently and not regularly interface with students, families, or school teams. This position will primarily work from our headquarters office to maintain a connection to their colleagues and foster a sense of cross-functional collaboration. Because of the nature of this position’s work, this role allows for hybrid flexibility and will be required to be onsite 2 - 3 days per week.

Key Responsibilities
The percentages for each key responsibility are estimates. Flexibility and responsiveness are encouraged to accommodate organizational needs.

Hiring Support (70% of the time)

Conduct the initial resume reviews and phone screens of prospective candidates and manage the transition to the appropriate talent acquisition manager
Schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers, including creating calendar invites and sharing logistical information
Prepare interview day materials as needed
Provide clear and accurate communication with candidates throughout the hiring process
Support talent acquisition teams to execute targeted event strategy, such as preparing materials, managing logistics and attending career fairs and school visits, that build interest and investment in working at KIPP DC
Partner with talent acquisition sub-teams to support high volume hiring needs through resume screening, initial phone screening and providing on-site interview day support
Build strong relationships across KIPP DC teams to provide high quality service and ensure alignment of the recruitment and selection process

Administrative Support (20% of the time)

Manage general talent acquisition team inbox
Maintain and manage detailed records of candidates through JazzHR, our application tracking system, and other data systems
Track and analyze data, communicate progress to goals, and work with recruiting teams to support the use of data to inform strategies to improve recruitment efforts
Ensure appropriate records for new hires are transferred to human resources teams
Assist in candidate and teammate travel planning and booking

Other Responsibilities (10% of the time)

Develop and maintain project management systems for assigned roles and responsibilities and report progress to key stakeholders.
Interact directly with students, families, principals or school staff members, when possible, to build connections at the school level and to contribute to the success of our schools and programs
Serve as a thought partner for talent acquisition teammates and provide support as needed.
Additional duties as assigned in team roles and responsibilities distribution

Requirements & Preferences:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 2 years teaching or working in an education organization
Previous talent acquisition and/or recruitment experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Google Suite (Google Docs, sheets, Slides and Forms)

Physical Requirements:

Ability to travel across KIPP DC schools
Flexibility to work outside normal business hours or weekends for KIPP DC event

Demonstrated Excellence in the Following Areas:

Commitment to Students and Schools: Demonstrates commitment to education reform, believing in every child's potential for success and prioritizing students, schools, and the essential role of families.
Commitment to Equity: Advances KIPP DC’s commitment to anti-racism by creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all stakeholders.
Continuous Learning: Commits to continuous learning through feedback, self reflection, humility, and action.
Collaboration: Establishes and nurtures effective relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders to support the best outcomes for our work.
Perseverance: Persists in the face of challenges, obstacles, and setbacks. Maintains focus and motivation over time, even when progress seems slow or difficult.
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Shows initiative in generating ideas and solutions; solves problems and achieves results beyond what is expected.
Organization: Sets a high bar for own work, has excellent time management skills and is dedicated to getting the job done.

Compensation and Benefits:

KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:

The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $54,039 -$57,765. At KIPP DC we strive for clarity, equity, and to be highly competitive. When determining salaries we look at benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector.
KIPP DC offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances; various voluntary benefits; and employer paid benefits such as short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and a membership to One Medical.
KIPP DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution and a 3% match with vesting after three years.
Currently, individuals in this role have up to 15 paid time off days, up to 10 paid sick days, and 12 paid holidays. This is subject to change and your exact schedule will be shared in your offer letter.

Equal Opportunity Employer
KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race, color, national origin, immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law), religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity or expression), marital status (including domestic partnership status), genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, family responsibilities, personal appearance, veteran status, uniform service member status, status of being unemployed, status of victim a survivor of domestic violence, sexual offense or stalking, matriculation or any other protected class under federal, state, DC, or local law.

Click here or here to review KIPP DC’s non-discrimination policy and KIPP DC’s Title IX Coordinator’s contact information.

Please Note: If you encounter difficulties submitting your application or fail to receive a confirmation email after applying, kindly reach out to Danica Cunningham at [email protected]. Please include your name, resume, and specify the role you are applying for in your email. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race, color, national origin, immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law), religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity or expression), marital status (including domestic partnership status), genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, family responsibilities, personal appearance, veteran status, uniform service member status, status of being unemployed, status of victim a survivor of domestic violence, sexual offense or stalking, matriculation or any other protected class under federal, state, DC, or local law.

Click here or here to review KIPP DC’s non-discrimination policy and KIPP DC’s Title IX Coordinator’s contact information.

Please Note: If you encounter difficulties submitting your application or fail to receive a confirmation email after applying, kindly reach out to Danica Cunningham at danica.cunningham@kippdc.org. Please include your name, resume, and specify the role you are applying for in your email. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience caused.

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