Recruiter

CHS Central Office – Hershey, PA

Full-time

Role Description:

The Recruiter is responsible for the sourcing, selection and hiring of high quality and diverse staff in a high quality, time and cost-effective manner. The Recruiter also is responsible for development and enhancement of recruiting infra-structure to produce high quality and diverse hires. This position reports to the Central Office Human Resources department and supports the organization broadly in the meeting our strategic growth initiative. Starting salary is in the range of $48,607 - $64,891 based on expertise.

Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Selection -

Develops hiring plans with CHS Centers and/or Central Office hiring leaders which includes an ideal candidate summary, a sourcing strategy, and a selection plan
To support new center launches and ongoing hiring needs, collaborates with Marketing and Communications department and HR Team to develop and collaboratively implement a recruitment strategy
Monitors outreach effectiveness and adapts accordingly
Drafts postings and implements sourcing; ensuring diversity outreach is included
Selects resumes for further consideration
Develops interview guides and affiliated screening tools
Conducts phone interviews
Participates in interviews and acts in a consultative role to hiring teams
Acts in an advisory role to hiring leaders through the process to ensure consistent and legal procedures are followed and highly selective standards are upheld
Oversees the background checking and medical assessments. Reviews reports to determine if candidates may be hired. Confers with HR Director as needed
Ensures finalists are smoothly transitioned to the employment team and training for pre-boarding
In cases of high-volume recruiting, maintains and communicates “recruiting funnels”. Utilizes this data for planning and predictions
Supports Center HR Generalist in recruiting and interviewing responsibilities
Maintains close communication with CHS leaders to proactively identify future hiring needs
Effectively prioritizes and manages recruitment of a high volume of varying positions to support new school launches while adhering to and providing input toward strategic hiring timeline
Ensures processes, etc. are conducted in a highly professional and legally compliant manner
Maintains applicant database

Outreach -

Attends events off-site to recruit and promote CHS in the marketplace, particularly to diverse audiences
Creates and implements web-based and on-site events to attract potential staff to CHS, particularly with diverse audiences
Participates in weekly meetings with ad agency and Marketing and Communications department, to plan and adapt, as needed
Leverages new marketplace tools and implements new outreach strategies
Collaborates with other local and relevant industry employers
Develops talent communities, leverage LinkedIn, etc. to develop a pool of readily available talent
Manages special projects and programs such as alumni outreach, etc.

Continuous Improvement Initiatives -

Troubleshoots and leverages situations for future problem-solving and/or changing processes/procedures for better future outcomes
Leverages data for reporting things such as cost per hire, for predictive purposes, and for cost management
Implements innovations, as appropriate
Updates policies, procedures, documents etc. as needed
Adapts new technology and provides input into technology decisions
Completes special projects

Project Work -

In collaboration with the broader HR team, work to identify and implement critical path activities for Center support and future openings
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree required
5-8 years of related experience
Valid Driver’s License
PHR or SPHR preferred
HR and staff recruiting knowledge, including legal compliance
Experience in education or related field a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft applications, social media, internet and ATS/HRIS
Exceptional organizational skills including the ability to self-manage and multi-task effectively and accurately in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Who We Are and What We’re Looking For

At CHS, we are leaders passionate about early childhood education and community betterment. Our work is driven by the desire to endow children with the resources for educational and physical well-being, while supporting and empowering their families. We listen to the needs of our diverse community and adapt to give everyone a voice. We hold each-other accountable for bringing our best and most authentic selves to school every day, creating an environment of mutual respect.

We strive to build a team of individuals that is passionate about our mission, brings in new creative ideas, and loves their work. If this sounds like you, we look forward to seeing your application.

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About Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning

For more than 110 years, Milton Hershey School (MHS) has helped children realize their full potential by offering a top-notch private, cost-free education to students in pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade from income-eligible families. To expand and enhance the impact of Milton and Catherine Hershey’s vision, the Boards and management of Milton Hershey School and the Hershey Trust Company are launching the Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning (CHS), a cost-free, non-residential early childhood education program.

CHS plans to open six early childhood education Centers by 2027. The Centers are designed for children from birth to age 5 from economically disadvantaged and at-risk backgrounds with the goal of encouraging the development of a child’s educational, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical well-being. The CHS Initiative will provide a focus on core early learning programs through a rigorous and relevant curriculum that is aligned with a mission to nurture and educate enrolled children. Children also will receive supports such as nutritious meals and provisions of supplies, among other early learning enhancements. Finally, CHS will offer integrated support services for families of children enrolled in the Centers. CHS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning does not discriminate against applicants or employees, in hiring, promotion or any terms or conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion or religious creed, veteran status, disability or use of a guide or support animal because of the blindness, deafness or physical handicap of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals, or any other status protected under applicable federal or Pennsylvania law.