SY26-27 Talent Manager

Ingenuity Prep is a high-performing public charter school in Ward 8, serving scholars from Pre-K through Middle School. We are a supportive school community dedicated to academic rigor and civic leadership, preparing students for the path to colleges and careers of their choosing. We are unapologetically outcomes-driven, with an instructional model that emphasizes small-group learning, collaborative teaching teams, and robust coaching and professional development, all within a culture rooted in joy, belonging, and authentic relationships.

WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a member of our Talent Team, you will play a critical role in attracting, hiring, and supporting a high-quality, mission-aligned team that drives student success. As a Talent Manager, you will help create a seamless and welcoming candidate experience from initial engagement and interview processes through onboarding while supporting key HR processes. In this role, you will:

Drive Full-Cycle Recruitment for Non-Instructional Roles 

• Manage full-cycle hiring for non-instructional roles (Operations & Data, Talent, Student Support & Wellness, Family & Community Engagement, and Out of School Time) using Greenhouse
• Review applications across platforms (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.) and ensure accurate and timely uploads and tracking within Greenhouse
• Partner with hiring managers to align on candidate profiles, priorities, and hiring timelines
• Support interview scheduling, coordination, and overall process execution to ensure an efficient and high-quality hiring experience

Build and Maintain Strong Talent Pipelines

• Source and engage candidates for instructional, non-instructional, and leadership roles using multiple channels
• Proactively build pipelines for current and future openings, ensuring readiness for hiring needs throughout the year
• Maintain consistent candidate outreach and engagement to keep candidates warm and moving through the process

Deliver a Strong Candidate Experience

• Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates, ensuring clear communication, timely follow-up, and a positive experience throughout the hiring process
• Support candidate engagement efforts, including outreach, follow-ups, and conversion strategies
• Assist with Talent-led trainings and events, and support new staff onboarding. Ensure a smooth transition for new hires by managing communications, running background checks, collecting I-9s, and performing other onboarding tasks as decided by the HR Manager.

Maintain Recruitment Systems & Data Integrity

• Ensure accurate and up-to-date candidate data in Greenhouse, including application status, notes, and hiring outcomes
• Support data tracking and reporting efforts by maintaining clean and reliable recruitment data
• Assist in monitoring hiring progress and identifying gaps in pipelines or process efficiency

Support Talent Brand & Outreach

• Support the Talent Team’s social media efforts, including content creation and posting to attract high-quality candidates
• Assist with outreach campaigns and initiatives that strengthen Ingenuity Prep’s employer brand
• Help represent Ingenuity Prep through candidate communication and engagement

Provide Human Resources Support 

• Ensure a smooth transition for new hires by managing communications, running background checks, collecting I-9s, and performing other onboarding tasks as decided by the HR Manager.
• Support mid-year hiring processes, including drafting offer letters and coordinating onboarding for new hires
• Assist with spring evaluation processes and offer letter preparation
• Maintain and audit employee data in ADP to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Collaborate with the HR Manager on SOP refinements, policy development, internal system audits, and handling routine employee inquiries.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking talented professionals driven by outcomes, equity, and continuous improvement, and who have the discipline and urgency to build teams that enable every student to meet a high bar.

• Achievement Orientation: You believe that strong talent and human resources practices are the foundation of student success and operate with a deep sense of ownership over hiring outcomes.
• Demonstrated Commitment: You are reliable, follow through on responsibilities, and sustain impact across the full school year and beyond.
• Mission Alignment: You are committed to educational equity in Washington, DC, and build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Growth Mindset & Professionalism: You seek feedback, apply coaching, communicate clearly, and collaborate with maturity and accountability.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, and/or candidate engagement; experience in a school setting or with educational hiring cycles is preferred
• Experience sourcing candidates across multiple channels and building talent pipelines
• Strong candidate communication skills, with the ability to engage and move candidates effectively through the hiring process
• Experience working with talent systems such as Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), or Customer Relationship Management Systems (CRM); experience with ADP and Greenhouse is highly preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple roles, priorities, and systems simultaneously
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred

MORE ABOUT US
Ingenuity Prep offers among the strongest compensation and benefits packages of any public charter school in Washington, D.C. Our compensation and benefits package includes:

• Competitive compensation with up to 7% annual salary growth
• 401(k) IRA with 100% match up to 3% + Smart Save auto increase option
• 100% employer-paid medical, disability, and life insurance for employees + dependents; 50% spouse coverage for medical; 50% employer-paid dental + vision
• Paid parental leave for all staff, regardless of gender
• Ongoing wellness support with monthly Wellness Days + free mental health services
• MacBook Air provided for professional and personal use, 100% IP-paid cell phone plan (keep your number!), and tax-free commuter benefits
• Robust coaching and learning model with monthly PD and staff-led learning; dedicated time and funding for growth with early-release Wednesdays + external PD funds

Salary Range: $78,539 - $98,084 (commensurate with 1-10 years of experience)

Ingenuity Prep does not make hiring decisions based on race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, age, disability, veteran status, religion, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.  However, at this time, we do not provide job sponsorship for international candidates.