Recruiter in Allentown, Pennsylvania at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School

Overview:
The Recruiter is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process to attract, identify, and onboard top talent for instructional and non-instructional roles across the school. This includes sourcing candidates, managing job postings, conducting screenings and interviews, coordinating hiring manager feedback, and facilitating onboarding. The Recruiter will also represent the school at local job fairs, college campuses, and community hiring events to promote employment opportunities and support the school's recruitment strategy.

Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full recruitment cycle from job posting to onboarding for a variety of roles
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and direct outreach
- Maintain and update postings across various platforms (e.g., Paychex, Zip recruiter, LinkedIn, PAreap, school website)
- Screen applications, schedule interviews, and facilitate candidate communication
- Coordinate interview logistics with hiring managers and provide candidate status updates
- Represent the school at career fairs, university events, and community job fairs to promote open roles and build talent pipelines
- Build relationships with local universities, training programs, and community partners to support long-term recruitment efforts
- Assist in preparing offer letters, collecting onboarding documents, and coordinating new hire orientation
- Track and report on recruitment metrics, such as time-to-fill, applicant sources, and hiring trends
- Collaborate with the HR team on retention and diversity hiring initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Education, or related field preferred
-3+ years of experience in full-cycle recruitment (school or nonprofit setting preferred)
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (e.g. Paychex, PAreap, etc.)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple requisitions and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Comfort with public speaking and event representation
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to events
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required

Benefits:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy full medical, vision, and dental coverage with minimal contribution – just $45 per paycheck for individual coverage or $55 for family coverage
- Financial Security: Receive a complimentary $50,000 life insurance policy to - provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from 10 paid holidays throughout the year, as well as 6 scheduled mental health days off for all staff, ensuring you have time to recharge and prioritize your well-being
- Paid Time Off: Take advantage of regular paid time off to rest, relax, and pursue personal interests
- Retirement Savings: Participate in our 403(b) plan with a generous 5% company match, helping you build a secure financial future
- Professional Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of our tuition reimbursement program, which supports your continued education

These benefits are designed to support our employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, demonstrating our commitment to creating a positive and rewarding work environment.

Application Process:
Interested candidates are encouraged to complete this application. Our Human Resources team will review your application and contact you if your qualifications are a strong match for this role.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

About Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School

Mission: Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School (LLACS) is committed to providing a holistic learning community dedicated to the academic, emotional, social and spiritual success of each student.

Vision:

Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School will prepare children and youth to become critical thinkers, socially capable, spiritually sensitive and culturally competent leaders equipped with the essential skills needed to compete in the world of work and become productive, purpose-driven citizens of character and integrity.

Purpose:

Lincoln Leadership Academy believes that every child is precious and created with a purpose. Our objective is to provide children “at promise,” the tools needed to live and achieve their full potential in an “at-risk” world.