Talent Acquisition Recruiter - Career and Technical Education

The Talent Acquisition Recruiter in Career and Technical Education supports Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools by designing targeted recruitment strategies that connect industry professionals with CTE teaching roles and facilitate industry to education transitions.

Location

Charlotte, NC onsite

Responsibilities

• Comply with applicable state, federal, and local laws, district policies, and procedures
• Partner with stakeholders to develop and implement targeted local, regional, and national recruiting strategies for high-demand CTE programs
• Provide targeted recruitment for CTE areas requiring non-traditional licensure, industry credentials, or technical expertise as identified by the CLNA
• Develop sourcing approaches to attract industry professionals from private sector fields such as skilled trades, health sciences, and IT, addressing mid career transitions to teaching
• Establish and maintain relationships with trade organizations, industry associations, and workforce partners to broaden pipelines beyond traditional K-12 channels
• Build robust pipelines of qualified CTE candidates and actively engage candidates through direct sourcing and networking
• Perform technical screenings to verify industry credentials required for instructional eligibility in specific CTE pathways
• Collaborate with CTE leadership and school leaders to align recruitment with the CTE Local Application goals, ensuring alignment with state-approved programs
• Create CTE specific recruitment initiatives and marketing materials that emphasize industry to education transitions
• Represent CTE programs at industry job fairs, technical college events, and professional conferences beyond general educator recruitment fairs
• Track and analyze applicant flow data, industry conversion metrics, and CTE recruitment performance indicators
• Support onboarding communications and candidate experience management
• Develop branding strategies to attract industry professionals into education
• Support CTE talent initiatives aligned with program instructional priorities in the CTE Local Application
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of relevant recruiting or HR experience
• Bachelor's degree required
• Knowledge of teacher licensure pathways in North Carolina, including alternative licensure and lateral entry, with emphasis on industry professional pathways such as Residency Licenses for CTE
• Understanding of CTE credentialing requirements and industry certification standards
• Familiarity with workforce development systems and labor market trends related to CTE to support the CTE Local Application
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Ability to build partnerships across education, business, and community sectors
• Skill in data analysis and interpreting CTE program conversion metrics and labor market alignment data
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation delivery
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, applicant tracking systems, and database management
• Ability to develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies across diverse talent pools
• Ability to work across a large, complex, matrixed organization
• Ability to interpret labor market data and align recruitment with program needs
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all HR related matters
• Ability to travel to industry events, colleges, district sites, and professional meetings
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to engage with candidates and recruiting partners

Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Applicant tracking systems

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed reflect the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed, and reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary and Status

Salary: NC 13; Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Talent Acquisition Director or Assigned Supervisor

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. The district reserves the right to require work at other locations as reasonably required.

Special Requirements

• SHRM-CP, aPHR, PHR, or other HR certifications preferred
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings