Associate Director of School Leader Recruitment at Rocketship

At Rocketship Public Schools, we are driven by the belief that every student possesses infinite potential. As a non-profit network of public elementary charter schools, we work to close the achievement gap by fostering student success, supporting exceptional educators, and partnering with families to build thriving school communities. We are a dedicated collective of parents, teachers, and leaders committed to transforming the future for underserved communities across the country. By joining our team, you become a vital part of our mission to unleash the potential inside every student we serve.

The role

We are looking for a senior-level professional to join us as our Associate Director of School Leader Recruitment. This is a full-time, remote position that plays a critical role in identifying and attracting the diverse leadership talent necessary to guide our schools. You will work closely with our regional teams to shape our hiring strategy, refine our selection processes, and ensure we are building strong pipelines for principal and regional leadership roles. Please note that while this role is remote, you must be based in one of our active regions, which include the Bay Area, CA, Nashville, TN, Milwaukee, WI, Washington, D.C., or Fort Worth, TX.

Core responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle recruitment and selection process for school and regional leadership positions, ensuring a high-quality and equitable experience for every candidate.
• Design and implement competency-based selection tools, including performance tasks and interview frameworks, that align with our instructional model and core values.
• Develop and manage strategic partnerships and sourcing initiatives to build a diverse pipeline of exceptional educational leaders through social networks, industry events, and innovative outreach.

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you should possess a deep commitment to our mission and a strong background in education. We are looking for the following qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in urban K-12 education, including a minimum of 2 years in a school leadership capacity such as a principal, assistant principal, or instructional coach.
• Proven expertise in using data-driven decision making to inform recruitment strategies and improve hiring outcomes.
• Strong relationship-building skills and experience leading initiatives focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Proficiency with modern recruitment tools, including search engines, job boards, and professional social networks.
• Previous experience in human capital, recruitment, or selection is highly preferred.
• A collaborative spirit, the ability to influence others, and a willingness to travel up to 20% of the time, primarily during the second half of the school year.

Compensation and benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package that is commensurate with your qualifications and experience. Our benefits program is designed to support your health and long-term well-being, including:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• A 403b retirement plan.
• Access to a flexible spending account (FSA).
• Generous paid time off.
• The flexibility of a remote work environment.

How to apply

If you are passionate about educational equity and have the leadership experience to help us find the next generation of school innovators, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application through our portal to begin the conversation about how your skills and vision can contribute to the growth of Rocketship Public Schools.