Manager, Talent Acquisition

Overview Rocky Mountain Prep is seeking a Manager of Talent Acquisition (Selection & Screening) to lead full-cycle hiring for mission-critical roles across our 12 schools. You’ll ensure every scholar is taught by highly effective, equity-centered educators by refining our recruitment systems, driving inclusive practices, and cultivating responsive candidate experiences. Location: Denver metro area, hybrid flexibility available Start Date: As soon as available (SY 2025–2026) Reports To: Director of Talent Acquisition What you’ll achieve 90% of mid-year open roles filled within 4 weeks 100% of SY27 vacancies reported in February will be filled by summer PD 90% of hiring managers are satisfied with recruitment support Consistently responsive, high-touch candidate experience across all stages Key Responsibilities Own the process from pipeline generation through final interview coordination Conduct resume reviews, candidate screens, and hiring debriefs with urgency and care Use JazzHR to track and manage candidate flow Hiring Manager Support Coach school and team leaders on equitable selection practices Deliver real-time, constructive feedback during hiring stages Lead weekly campus hiring meetings Candidate Experience Respond to all applicants within 24–72 hours Personalize communication and maintain a strong employer brand voice Coordinate next steps with clarity, warmth, and precision Continuous Improvement Log all interactions and insights in JazzHR to streamline processing Analyze recruitment trends and recommend system improvements Partner with the Director of Talent Acquisition on strategic hiring initiatives Qualifications Required Bachelor’s Degree 3+ Years of Experience in Talent Acquisition or School-Based Roles – with a proven track record of leading full-cycle hiring and collaborating closely with hiring managers Experience Managing High-Volume, Mission-Critical Hiring Pipelines – including resume screening, candidate communications, and interview coordination Strong Coaching and Facilitation Skills – with the ability to support hiring managers in equitable selection, interviewing, and decision-making Demonstrated Commitment to Equitable and Inclusive Hiring Practices – including strategies to mitigate bias, prioritize lived experience, and ensure a high-touch candidate journey Preferred Experience in K–12 Education or Nonprofit Recruitment – especially in roles that require deep collaboration with school-based or community teams Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) – such as JazzHR or similar tools to track, analyze, and optimize hiring workflows Strong Communication and Project Management Skills – including the ability to manage competing timelines, lead cross-functional hiring conversations, and personalize outreach Familiarity with Competency-Based Interviewing and Data-Informed Hiring Decisions – with a lens toward equity, impact, and candidate quality Salary & Benefits This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with a salary range of $65,000 to $90,000 depending on experience. Our Benefits Paid Time Off – including vacation, personal, and sick days 5 Weeks of Paid Organizational Holidays – including Winter and Summer breaks Comprehensive Health Insurance – medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement Through PERA – Public Employees\' Retirement Association of Colorado Paid Leave of Absence Options – including parental, medical, and disability leave Mental Health & Wellness Support – to help you thrive personally and professionally Pre-Tax Accounts – flexible spending accounts (FSA), dependent care accounts, and health savings accounts (HSA) About Rocky Mountain Prep We are Rocky Mountain Prep, a movement comprised of incredible educators, families, scholars, and advocates who are changing the face of public education in Colorado by democratizing college access and preparation for historically marginalized students and families. On paper, we are a network of twelve college preparatory charter schools in the Denver metro area serving students as young as twelve weeks through twelfth grade. But we are so much more than this. Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Rocky Mountain Prep does not sponsor visas at this time. RMP is an equal opportunity employer. We seek applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you have any questions, please email our Director of Talent Acquisition, Sean Spencer at View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr Rocky Mountain Prep