Manager of Talent Acquisition & Attraction

KIPP Capital Region (KIPP Albany Public Schools)

Manager of Talent Acquisition & Attraction (Immediate) (Finance)

The Manager of Talent Acquisition & Attraction develops new, innovative, and competitive recruiting strategies, processes, and programs to support business objectives and attract a qualified talent pool.

Recruitment & Selection

• Manage the full recruitment process, including job postings, sourcing and screening candidates, coordinating interview logistics, and facilitating Selection Days.
• Draft and post engaging job descriptions and social media content to attract qualified candidates.
• Design comprehensive, tailored interview materials to ensure alignment with role requirements and enable objective evaluations by Selection Day committees.
• Maintain consistent and professional candidate communication throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and the Director of Talent Acquisition & Attraction to coordinate interview logistics and follow consistent processes.
• Support onboarding coordination by preparing materials and ensuring compliance with hiring requirements, including fingerprinting and documentation.
• Attend and support job fairs, college career days, and community events as a representative of KIPP Capital Region.

Sourcing & Talent Pipelines

• Proactively source candidates through online platforms, networking, referrals, and community partnerships.
• Maintain and update candidate databases and talent pools for future hiring needs.
• Partner with staff across schools to encourage internal referrals and support the employee referral program.
• Research and recommend new tools and channels to improve sourcing and outreach efforts.

Talent Attraction & Strategy

• Support the Director in developing and executing attraction and recruitment strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Assist in implementing employer branding initiatives to strengthen visibility and reputation.
• Help maintain relationships with community partners, colleges, and organizations to build a diverse, qualified pipeline.
• Stay informed on current recruitment trends and share recommendations to enhance the region's hiring efforts.
• Assist with tracking and monitoring recruitment budgets, invoices, and advertising expenses for approval by the Director.

Data, Analysis & Reporting

• Track and report recruitment metrics such as time‑to‑hire, applicant flow, and source of hire.
• Maintain accurate data in the applicant tracking and ATS systems.
• Prepare reports and dashboards to support data‑driven decision making.
• Assist with surveys or research related to talent trends, compensation, and employment activity.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate priorities with the Director and HR team to ensure smooth communication with hiring managers.
• Maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, including hiring managers and school leaders.
• Provide consistent updates on recruitment status and candidate pipelines.
• Collaborate with Communications and Operations teams to align messaging, materials, and logistics for recruitment efforts.
• Represent KIPP Capital Region professionally at internal and external recruitment events.

Retention & Employee Experience

• Support staff engagement and retention efforts by maintaining positive relationships with current employees.
• Assist in the Intent to Return (ITR) process, including data tracking, communication, and follow‑up.
• Collect and organize feedback from onboarding, exit, and engagement surveys to inform improvement plans.
• Partner with HR and school leaders to identify and support employee needs as they arise.

Other Duties

• Perform duties outlined by the Director of Talent Attraction & Acquisition and Chief People Officer (CPO).
• Comply with all charter, federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including the NYS Department of Education, Department of Health, and NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
• Adhere to organization policies and promote mission, vision, and values, including participation in internal surveys and continuous improvement initiatives.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or…