What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recruitment & Retention Manager position at Douglas County School District?
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Job Posting Title
Recruitment & Retention Manager
Job Description
Provides direction and oversight of talent management efforts for the development and management of talent pipelines, acquisition, retention, recognition, on-boarding and off-boarding to ensure a talented and effective workforce. Promotes the development of districtwide, data-driven talent management programs that set priorities for improvements aligned with the district’s strategic initiatives. Conducts full life cycle recruitment in sourcing the best talent, as well as maintaining effective programs for retention and succession planning.
Develops and implements strategies to improve employee satisfaction and retention based on an analysis of survey data (climate and exit) and staff interviews.
Develops, implements, and manages wellness programs to improve the health and well-being of employees. Tracks and reports on the effectiveness of wellness programs, using metrics such as participation rates, satisfaction scores, and health outcomes. Develops and promotes good community relations between various district and community clientele.
Requires travel around district and state using personal vehicle. Some out-of-state travel will be required to attend university career fairs.
Minimum Education Or Formal Training
Position Specific Information (if Applicable):
Build relationships with Educator Preparation Programs to place student teachers, Interns, and practicum students. Expand the District’s presence throughout the region via partnerships with colleges and universities.
Coordinate multi-media marketing strategies for recruitment, including job postings on external jobsites and creating and fostering university partnerships.
Develop and conduct training for hiring managers and supervisors in a variety of areas, including staff retention and culturally responsive hiring practices.
Collaborate with school leadership and stakeholders to identify hiring priorities and meet current and future staffing needs. Determine staffing needs by collecting and analyzing demographic, local, state, and national market data.
Design, in collaboration with internal and external partners, multi-media marketing strategies to enhance District branding and employee recruitment.
Develop and implement creative, innovative sourcing strategies and techniques to build a pipeline of qualified candidates. Develop recruitment programs, brochures, videos, displays and other related material to promote DCSD to interested parties.
Prepare data reports to evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment initiatives.
Assist with the development and implementation of innovative and competitive strategies and activities for recruiting, acquiring, and on-boarding a high performing, diverse workforce, including branding, marketing, networking, social media, internal career fair programs, and the recruitment, and leadership of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives.
Assist in leading the development of the annual New Teacher Orientation. Effectively introduce new educators to all aspects of DCSD, including but not limited to its mission, strategic goals, vision, initiatives, philosophies, leadership team, and employment incentives and opportunities. Confirm all human resources and legal requirements are included in the orientation agenda. Provide a welcoming, inclusive, and informative orientation focused on building the capacity and enthusiasm of new teachers to prepare them to promote high achievement among students.
Stay current on the latest research and trends in workplace wellness.
Establish metrics to measure success and growth needs of the District’s engagement program.
Develop and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and recognition efforts.
Work Experience
Five (5) years of Human Resources experience in K-12 education | Not Required
Certifications
Valid Colorado Driver's License - Colorado Dept of Transportation
Education
Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Effective oral and written communication skills, General Office Equipment, Maintains a generally positive attitude, Strong organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
Position Type
Regular
Primary Location:
Wilcox
One Year Only (Yes Or No)
No
Scheduled Hours Per Week
40
Fte
1.00
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year
260 Work Days
$83,975.65 USD Annual
Maximum Hire Rate
$105,593.14 USD Annual
Full Salary Range
$83,975.65 USD - $127,210.64 USD Annual
This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. There is also a voluntary 403(b) savings plan with up to 4% District match for up to 5 years from date of hire.
Time Off Plans
This position is eligible for paid off-track, sick and personal time.
This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:
February 24, 2026
REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!
Job Posting Title
Recruitment & Retention Manager
Job Description
Provides direction and oversight of talent management efforts for the development and management of talent pipelines, acquisition, retention, recognition, on-boarding and off-boarding to ensure a talented and effective workforce. Promotes the development of districtwide, data-driven talent management programs that set priorities for improvements aligned with the district’s strategic initiatives. Conducts full life cycle recruitment in sourcing the best talent, as well as maintaining effective programs for retention and succession planning.
Develops and implements strategies to improve employee satisfaction and retention based on an analysis of survey data (climate and exit) and staff interviews.
Develops, implements, and manages wellness programs to improve the health and well-being of employees. Tracks and reports on the effectiveness of wellness programs, using metrics such as participation rates, satisfaction scores, and health outcomes. Develops and promotes good community relations between various district and community clientele.
Requires travel around district and state using personal vehicle. Some out-of-state travel will be required to attend university career fairs.
Minimum Education Or Formal Training
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Five (5) years of Human Resources and/or five (5) years experience in K-12 education administration
- Mostly clean and comfortable
- Occasional lifting five (5) to ten (10) pounds
- Frequent sitting, standing
- Occasional bending, squatting, or standing
Position Specific Information (if Applicable):
Build relationships with Educator Preparation Programs to place student teachers, Interns, and practicum students. Expand the District’s presence throughout the region via partnerships with colleges and universities.
Coordinate multi-media marketing strategies for recruitment, including job postings on external jobsites and creating and fostering university partnerships.
Develop and conduct training for hiring managers and supervisors in a variety of areas, including staff retention and culturally responsive hiring practices.
Collaborate with school leadership and stakeholders to identify hiring priorities and meet current and future staffing needs. Determine staffing needs by collecting and analyzing demographic, local, state, and national market data.
Design, in collaboration with internal and external partners, multi-media marketing strategies to enhance District branding and employee recruitment.
Develop and implement creative, innovative sourcing strategies and techniques to build a pipeline of qualified candidates. Develop recruitment programs, brochures, videos, displays and other related material to promote DCSD to interested parties.
Prepare data reports to evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment initiatives.
Assist with the development and implementation of innovative and competitive strategies and activities for recruiting, acquiring, and on-boarding a high performing, diverse workforce, including branding, marketing, networking, social media, internal career fair programs, and the recruitment, and leadership of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives.
Assist in leading the development of the annual New Teacher Orientation. Effectively introduce new educators to all aspects of DCSD, including but not limited to its mission, strategic goals, vision, initiatives, philosophies, leadership team, and employment incentives and opportunities. Confirm all human resources and legal requirements are included in the orientation agenda. Provide a welcoming, inclusive, and informative orientation focused on building the capacity and enthusiasm of new teachers to prepare them to promote high achievement among students.
Stay current on the latest research and trends in workplace wellness.
Establish metrics to measure success and growth needs of the District’s engagement program.
Develop and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and recognition efforts.
Work Experience
Five (5) years of Human Resources experience in K-12 education | Not Required
Certifications
Valid Colorado Driver's License - Colorado Dept of Transportation
Education
Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Effective oral and written communication skills, General Office Equipment, Maintains a generally positive attitude, Strong organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
Position Type
Regular
Primary Location:
Wilcox
One Year Only (Yes Or No)
No
Scheduled Hours Per Week
40
Fte
1.00
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year
260 Work Days
- (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)
$83,975.65 USD Annual
Maximum Hire Rate
$105,593.14 USD Annual
Full Salary Range
$83,975.65 USD - $127,210.64 USD Annual
- All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.
This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. There is also a voluntary 403(b) savings plan with up to 4% District match for up to 5 years from date of hire.
Time Off Plans
This position is eligible for paid off-track, sick and personal time.
This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:
February 24, 2026
Salary : $83,976 - $127,211
