<p>Recruitment, Retention, & Certification Specialist</p> <p>JOB STATUS: OPEN POSTING DATE: 06/04/2025 CLOSING DATE: 06/17/2025 04:00 PM POSTING NUMBER: 050101 LOCATION: Admin Human Resources - 726 POSITION TITLE: Recruitment, Retention, & Certification Specialist</p> <p>JOB DESCRIPTION:</p> <p>This supplemental position has been approved for the upcoming school year. The position is funded 100% through Title II, Part A as allowable under ESSA. It will require time and effort to demonstrate duties performed that reflect the intent and purpose of the Title II program. In the absence of funds and/or the needs of the district, continuation of this position can be rescinded.</p> <p>Manage the District's recruitment/retention efforts of professional staff and assist principals in identifying appropriate certification pathways and requirements for teacher assignment according to SBEC assignment criteria.</p> <p>DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Develop effective recruiting plans and strategies. </li><li>Coordinate and participate in professional recruiting efforts, including job fairs, universities, electronic and social media, virtual events, and relevant portions of the HR website, etc. </li><li>Develop and maintain active liaison with college and university career teacher preparation officials and placement offices, Regional Education Service Center staff, professional associates, and other recruiting resource organizations. </li><li>Coordinate and oversee yearlong teacher candidates/residents, including student teacher receptions, ensuring appropriate alignment with teacher certification content areas and placement experience. </li><li>Oversee university partnerships, such as the 4+1 TEACH program, Year-Long Clinical Teaching/Residency, EdAide Cohort, etc., including tracking and reporting requirements. </li><li>Prepare data for the Council for Minority Teacher Recruitment & Retention, and coordinate efforts of the Council. </li><li>Develop, maintain, and order recruiting materials and displays, and maintain an active inventory of materials. </li><li>Provide recruitment support and resources, including rosters of job fair contacts of appropriately certified applicants to principals, in multiple formats, including Canvas and the principal drive. </li><li>Actively recruit, interview, check references, and develop pools of applicants in identified shortage areas, including bilingual teachers, special education teachers, diagnosticians, etc. </li><li>Plan and coordinate the annual Conroe ISD Job Fair and District mini-job fairs. </li><li>Monitor and track new hires and recruitment/retention efforts, including new hire surveys, ethnicity, turnover rates, and Conroe ISD graduates. </li><li>Collect data from District to determine trends in staffing, including bilingual and minority staff. </li><li>Collaborate with human resources director/assistant director/coordinator to determine needs of staff. </li><li>Coordinate scholarship initiatives, including the process of advertising available scholarships, overseeing the process of ensuring candidates meet pre-determined criteria for scholarships, the distribution of funds, and the District responsibilities associated with the scholarships. </li><li>Verify certification requirements for professional employees and provide practical guidance on problem resolution to support campus hiring needs. </li><li>Assist with tracking and analyzing department progress toward the Goal 3 of the District Improvement Plan, which is to employ, develop, and retain highly qualified staff to maximize learning for all students. </li><li>Plan, advertise, and host the annual Alternative Certification Program (ACP) Information Night. </li><li>Prepare presentations for the Human Resources Department directors/coordinator. </li><li>Promote CISD's reputation as "best place to work". </li><li>Comply with District policies, as well as state and Federal laws and regulations affecting the schools. </li><li>Pursue and participate in professional activities; disseminate ideas and information to other professionals. </li><li>Observe professional, ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Education Agency Code of Ethics. </li><li>Assist with all job and health fair activities. </li><li>Regular attendance. </li><li>Maintain confidentiality. </li><li>Maintain files/records. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>EXPERIENCE:</p> <ul> <li>Three years successful experience in Human Resources including one year of recruiting, or </li><li>Three years successful teaching experience in Texas public schools </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Education/Certification:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree </li></ul> <p>Special Knowledge/Skills:</p> <ul> <li>Thorough understanding of school administrative operations </li><li>Excellent organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills </li><li>Ability to evaluate and interpret data and generate reports </li><li>Computer knowledge and experience with various programs including Human Resources databases, applicant tracking system </li></ul> <p>CONTACT INFORMATION:</p> <p>Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.</p> <p>APPLY TO:</p> <p>To apply for this position, click "login" above. Additionally, once you've logged into your WinOcular application, upload your current resume and letter of interest and ensure your application is updated. Current employees must apply using the internal system. For questions, contact Olivia Galeano at ogaleano@conroeisd.net</p> <p>SALARY:</p> <p>PAY GRADE: AB-3 - Minimum pro-rated salary - $76,250</p> <p>DAYS: 226</p>