Talent Acquisition Recruiter - Career and Technical Education

The Talent Acquisition Recruiter for Career and Technical Education supports Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in building targeted recruitment programs that align with high-demand CTE pathways and industry-to-education transitions, including routes involving non-traditional licensure.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate to design and implement targeted local, regional, and national recruitment strategies aligned to high-demand CTE program areas.
• Support specialized recruitment for CTE pathways requiring non-traditional licensure, industry credentials, or technical expertise as identified in the district's Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA).
• Design and execute innovative sourcing strategies to attract industry professionals from the private sector (e.g., skilled trades, health sciences, IT) into the classroom, addressing mid-career education transitions.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with trade organizations, industry associations, and workforce development agencies to create a supplemental pipeline beyond standard K-12 channels.
• Build robust pipelines of qualified CTE candidates and proactively engage prospective applicants through direct sourcing and networking.
• Conduct technical screening of applicants with a focus on validating industry-recognized certifications (e.g., ASE, NCCER, CCNA) required for instructional eligibility in specific CTE pathways.
• Partner with CTE Leadership and school leaders to align recruitment activities with the goals in the CTE Local Application to ensure recruitment supports state-approved programs.
• Develop CTE-specific recruitment initiatives and marketing materials that highlight industry-to-education transitions, distinct from general district teaching recruitment.
• Represent the district's CTE programs at industry-specific job fairs, technical college events, and professional conferences outside general educator recruitment fairs.
• Maintain and track measurable applicant flow data, industry conversion metrics, and recruitment performance indicators specific to CTE.
• Assist in onboarding communication and candidate experience management.
• Develop creative branding strategies for attracting industry professionals into education roles.
• Support CTE-specific talent initiatives aligned to program instructional priorities as outlined in the CTE Local Application.
• Perform related work as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of teacher licensure pathways, including alternative licensure and lateral entry requirements in North Carolina, with emphasis on industry professionals and pathways such as Residency Licenses for CTE.
• Knowledge of Career and Technical Education credentialing requirements and industry certification standards.
• Knowledge of workforce development systems and labor market trends related to CTE to support the CTE Local Application.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Skill in building partnerships across education, business, and community sectors.
• Skill in data analysis and interpreting CTE program conversion metrics and labor market alignment data.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation delivery.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, applicant tracking systems, and database management.
• Ability to develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies across talent pools.
• Ability to operate effectively within a large, complex, matrixed organization.
• Ability to interpret labor market data and align recruitment efforts to program needs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all HR-related matters.
• Ability to travel to industry events, colleges, district sites, and professional meetings.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, engaging with candidates and recruiting partners.

Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Applicant tracking systems

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education: a Bachelor's degree. Experience: a minimum of 2 years in relevant recruitment or talent acquisition activities.

Salary and Status

Salary is USD 57,276 per year. This is a full-time, 12-month position at pay scale NC 13.

Reports To

Talent Acquisition Director or Assigned Supervisor.

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC. The district reserves the right to require work at other locations as reasonably needed.

Special Requirements

• SHRM-CP, aPHR, PHR, or other HR certifications preferred.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or have the ability to provide own transportation.
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings.