Recruiter

Hybrid recruiter role supporting full life cycle hiring across early childhood education staffing needs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations teams and hiring managers to define and understand regional staffing needs
• Build strong working relationships with hiring managers to support effective communication and apply recruiting expertise
• Screen resumes and conduct candidate interviews via phone or video
• Schedule and coordinate on-site interviews with hiring managers
• Recommend hire decisions and deliver employment offers for full-time, part-time, contracted, and seasonal openings
• Advise hiring managers on candidate personas and labor market trends using data-driven results
• Create and strengthen community-based partnerships across universities, colleges, training programs, workforce development programs, substitute programs, and community stakeholders
• Source and attract candidates using traditional and nontraditional channels, including job boards, recruiting platforms, direct sourcing, online career fairs, and community network events
• Develop internal and external advertising programs to increase visibility with potential candidates
• Follow up with candidates and hiring managers to gather feedback on the recruiting and interview process
• Communicate key employment offer details, including benefits, compensation, and noncompete agreements
• Support hiring managers in maintaining compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, including affirmative action plan compliance
• Manage application and resume files and retention in line with company policy
• Partner with hiring managers to develop solutions for staffing challenges
• Serve as a subject matter expert for navigating the applicant tracking system to drive recruiting efficiency
• Train, mentor, and coach new recruiters to integrate into the Talent function
• Complete other assigned projects and duties

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2–5 years of full life cycle recruiting experience OR leadership experience in the early childhood education industry
• Experience as a Center Director
• Familiarity with ATS systems (strongly preferred)

Compensation and Schedule

• Salary: $55,000–$60,000 per year
• Compensation based on education and experience plus a monthly commission structure
• Shift: Monday–Friday, full-time
• Location: Chicago, IL (hybrid), remote and in-person at the Downtown Chicago office

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Commission
• Generous benefits package including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Match

Hiring Process

• Virtual screen with Recruiter (30 minutes)
• Virtual interview with Talent Acquisition Manager (60 minutes)
• Virtual interview with Chief Human Resources Officer (30 minutes)
• Virtual interview with Operations Team Member (30 minutes)
• Offer