Specialist, Talent Recruitment - Outreach

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join as a Specialist of Talent Recruitment for Home Office and School-Based Operations. Your role: source, identify, and attract top-tier talent for Central Office and Regional teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

TALENT SOURCING & OUTREACH

• Lead national sourcing efforts using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Handshake, 12Twenty, MBA/Niche job boards, and resume databases 
• Build robust pipelines of passive and active talent across Home Office business functions and school-based leadership roles 
• Develop outreach campaigns that are personalized, compelling, and aligned with Uncommon’s brand and mission 
• Stay current on sourcing trends, digital recruitment strategies, and evolving platforms 
• Own and optimize job board presence to ensure visibility with top candidates 

RECRUITMENT STRATEGY & EXECUTION

• Collaborate with the Talent Recruitment Directors and hiring managers to define ideal candidate profiles and drive proactive sourcing plans 
• Analyze sourcing funnel metrics to optimize outreach and improve conversion rates 
• Research and recommend new sourcing tools and methods to expand reach and candidate variety
• Manage the full top-of-funnel process—from initial outreach through to candidate engagement and handoff to selection and hiring teams 

PARTNERSHIP & COMMUNICATION

• Partner with hiring managers and regional leadership to assess short- and long-term hiring needs 
• Build relationships with mission-aligned organizations, graduate schools, certificate programs, and fellowship pipelines (e.g., Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT), Pahara Fellowship, Ed Pioneers, Teach for America, AmeriCorps, Relay GSE) 
• Support planning and execution of recruitment events (webinars, info sessions, fairs) targeting leadership talent and emerging professionals 
• Work closely with the Selection Recruiters and Talent Directors to align messaging, tools, and data across the recruitment funnel

• Bachelor’s degree required 
• 3-4 years of talent sourcing, recruitment marketing, or talent acquisition experience 
• Proven expertise with LinkedIn Recruiter, Handshake, Indeed, 12Twenty, SmartRecruiters ATS, and CRM tools 
• Strong writing skills with the ability to create high-converting candidate communications 
• Analytical mindset—comfortable using data to inform strategy and prioritize efforts 
• Exceptional organization and project management skills 
• Passion for Uncommon’s mission and a strong sense of ownership in building high-performing teams 
• Ability to travel occasionally to recruitment events or campus visits

Our people are what make us uncommon. It’s important to us that our compensation practices align with our values and enhance our ability to attract and retain talent.  Our compensation philosophy is focused on equity and fairness, retaining our talented staff and valuing their expertise, and transparency and clarity.

Compensation for this position: The starting pay will most likely be $82,500 to $87,300. The full range for this role is between $82,500 and $97,000 but the starting pay will depend on various factors including relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. To receive an offer at the top of the range, candidates will need significant experience beyond the job description requirements. Because we value staff tenure in a role, we do not currently cap salary ranges for current staff members.

Other Benefits:

• 19 days of paid time off in addition to three weeks of paid winter and summer org-wide holidays
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development  
• Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans
• Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts
• Financial planning & wellness
• 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
• 529 college savings program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance
• Financial  planning tools and assistance
• Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare discounts, pet care insurance
• Paid leave of absence 
• Fully paid parental leave
• Fully paid medical leave
• Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance 
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.