K-12 Staffing Recruiter

Location: Scottsdale, AZ (in-office, hybrid eligible after training)
Compensation: $45K–$55K base (DOE) + uncapped commission
Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

At ESI, we connect exceptional educators and support professionals with Arizona public schools. We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and relationship-driven Recruiter to help identify, attract, and place top educational talent. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about helping schools find exceptional talent. This position reports to the Business Development Program Manager and is part of a small but growing team. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to help build something special from the ground up that directly impacts the K-12 community around them.

About the Role
The Recruiter owns the full-cycle search for every open position — sourcing and building strong candidate pipelines from multiple channels, screening and interviewing candidates to assess fit, and guiding each candidate through a smooth, well-communicated process from first outreach through placement. This includes keeping accurate, up-to-date records in the applicant tracking system throughout every search. Ultimately, success in this role comes down to one thing: consistently matching qualified candidates to the right position based on their background, skills, and career goals.

About ESI
ESI is Arizona’s leading provider of educational staffing solutions, with a 25+ year reputation as a trusted partner to districts across the state. As we expand into new markets, we’re looking for a Recruiter who is energized by building programs that create value for clients, employees, and the communities we serve.

What Makes ESI Special

• A casual, results-focused atmosphere where autonomy is expected and rewarded
• Genuine work–life balance — people-first philosophy where personal relationships are valued
• Purposeful work that improves education and supports Arizona schools
• A collaborative culture where every voice is welcome and equally heard
• A career, not just a job — with a real path to grow with the company

What You’ll Do

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for K-12 roles including teachers, paraprofessionals, allied health, and district support staff.
• Build proactive pipelines of certified educators and educational support candidates through community networking, digital outreach, and partnerships.
• Post job openings, review applications, conduct initial interviews, and ensure a seamless hiring experience.
• Ensure all compliance, certification, and credentialing requirements are met prior to placement.

Candidate Engagement & Experience

• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience through consistent communication, professionalism, and support during sourcing, onboarding, and placement.
• Represent ESI at job fairs, university events, and virtual career sessions to attract new candidates to the ESI community.
• Champion ESI’s mission to serve schools and strengthen Arizona’s educational workforce.

Data & Compliance

• Maintain accurate candidate and client records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Track and be accountable for performance metrics such as time-to-fill, fill rate, acceptance rate, candidate retention, and district satisfaction.
• Support background checks, fingerprint clearance, and state certification verification in compliance with Arizona Department of Education and other applicable agencies.

What You’ll Bring — Required

• Minimum 3–5 years of recruiting experience, ideally in education, staffing, or public-sector environments.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, reliable transportation, and ability to pass a background check.
• Must be local to the Phoenix metropolitan area.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, Business or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Knowledge of Arizona education systems, teacher certification pathways, and school district operations strongly preferred.
• Experience working with contract staffing programs a plus.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills with both educators and district stakeholders.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously.
• Proficient in applicant tracking systems (e.g. Bullhorn, Ceipal, JazzHR), Microsoft Office Suite, and virtual recruiting platforms.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication - equally comfortable and effective with in-person, phone, email, messaging, and video communication.
• Strong computer and systems proficiency including Microsoft Office suite, email, messaging, webinar, video conference, applicant tracking systems (e.g. Bullhorn, Ceipal, JazzHR), and CRM systems

Compensation & Benefits

• $45K–$55K base salary (DOE), plus uncapped commission
• 401(k) with employer match
• Group health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid vacation time and Arizona Fair Wages and Healthy Families Act Paid Sick Time

Location & Travel
Position is based in-office at ESI’s Scottsdale, AZ headquarters, with eligibility for a hybrid arrangement after a successful training and/or probationary period. Regular in-person meetings and on-site training is expected. Dress code ranges from casual to business formal.
Local and regional travel may be required (less than 10%).
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why this role is a fit. Applications without a cover letter will be considered incomplete.
No phone calls, please. Recruiters and third-party staffing firms, please do not contact this job poster.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift to 20 pounds at times
• Visual acuity required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating technology, and determining accuracy and thoroughness of work

Educational Services, LLC (ESI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles), color, creed, ancestry, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetics information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be necessary for this role. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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