** Applications will be received until August 12, 2026 If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org . **

About this job

The Talent Acquisition Specialist for the Guest Teacher Program supports strategic efforts to ensure that goals and objectives of the team are accomplished. This indivual specilizes in supporting the Guest Teacher Program (e.g. recruit and hire subs, support team inquiries from schools and subs, payroll, etc.)

Partners with District Leadership and across TA team to support strategies to strengthen and expand initiatives to recruit, hire, retain and advance team members, with a specific focus to support increased recruiting efforts to build a diverse workforce.

What DPS Offers You

A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
$70,195 - $84,233 Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.

What You'll Do

Primary supports is the Guest Teacher Program
Responsible for being well-versed in all the various types of positions across the District to ensure proper cross-functional support at all points of the year and to provide support for district inboxes (i.e. Careers and Guest Teacher), training and SOP
Lead the development, organization and execution of recruitment strategies for campus, community and diversity recruitment activities for local, state, national and international recruitment initiatives.
Coordinates and attends recruitment events (job fairs, open houses, conferences, and district sponsored events) and is responsible for ensuring ROI and KPIs is captured and monitored
Identifies, recruits, sources, cold call passive candidates and cultivates talented candidates across schools and/or a variety of positions.\Determines salaries by assessing experience and education following established guidelines per DPS and/or bargaining unit.
Supports with pre boarding activities such as; new hire paperwork and offers letters
Validates qualifications, credentials, and licenses required of school-based hires; verifies that candidates meet minimum requirements; and confirms that all new hire documentation is completed and received
Collaborates with Human Resources Partners to monitor and meet client group recruitment objectives
Compiles and creates data reports and other forms of recruitment and retention statistics; assists in the creation of a variety of state of the art recruitment communications (e.g. banners, advertisements, brochures, web content)
Develops and nurtures relationships with customers, school principals, community constituents, and partners in Institutions of Higher Education; attends partnership meetings with Institutions of Higher Education, business, community and school partners and serves on school, community and business committees, councils and/or advisory groups
As a team that provides critical operation support for the district, PTO “blackout periods” and “required attendance” are identified for the team. Upcoming July 27th - August 31st.
Standard blackout periods and required attendance, including evening and weekend work includes, but is not limited to the following; district wide professional development, special school or celebration events, job fairs, hiring events, peak hiring season

Supports pre boarding activities such as salaries, new hire paperwork, verification of credentials and offer letters

All other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need

Bachelor's in Business, Human Resources preferred or related field or equivalent experience in lieu of education
2+ years of experience supporting cross functional work, programs and/or projects in a high-volume environment
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

About this job

What DPS Offers You

What You'll Do

What You’ll Need

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

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