Associate, Talent Acquisition

Applications will be received until March 6, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board k12.org.

Supports recruiting and onboarding for various high volume and specialized positions across Denver Public Schools. Supports the team with strategies to strengthen and expand initiatives to recruit, hire, retain and advance team members, with a specific focus to support increased recruiting efforts to build a diverse workforce. Duties include, but are not limited to pre-boarding transactions and cultivation of candidates for positions across schools and departments.

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• $60,739- $72,887
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• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources.

• Supports campus, community and diversity recruitment activities for local recruitment initiatives; coordinates and attends recruitment events (job fairs, open houses, conferences, and district sponsored events)
• Cultivates candidates across schools and/or a variety of positions
• Supports with preboarding activities such as new hire paperwork and offers letters
• Validates qualifications, credentials, and licenses required of school-based hires; verifies that candidates meet minimum requirements; and confirms that all new hire documentation is completed and received
• Collaborates with Human Resources Partners to monitor and meet client group recruitment objectives
• Supports customers, school principals, community constituents, and partners in Institutions of Higher Education; attends partnership meetings with Institutions of Higher Education, business, community and school partners and serves on school, community and business committees, councils and/or advisory groups
• This role is responsible for ensuring the highest levels of data accuracy and integrity. The individual will be held accountable for all aspects of data handling, including entry, validation, correction, and reporting
• Other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma
• GED, Bachelor's Degree in Human resources or related field preferred
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun