Human Resources Specialist

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Equal time between both locations - Washington, DCPosition Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $56,943.88 - $99,651.53 SalaryTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayJob Category: Human ResourcesHuman Resources Specialist – Talent Acquisition & Management

Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid Eligible)
Reports to: Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) or Director of HR
Department: Human Resources
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $43,495.88 – $99,651.53 (commensurate with level and experience)

About Academy of Hope

Academy of Hope (AoH) Adult Public Charter School has served adult learners in Washington, DC since 1985. Our mission is to empower adults to earn high school credentials, build workforce-ready skills, and pursue postsecondary education. AoH is known for its learner-centered approach, strong community partnerships, and commitment to equity and access in adult education.

Why This Role Matters

Academy of Hope’s mission depends on attracting, hiring, and retaining talented educators and professionals who are committed to equity, adult learning, and community impact. The Human Resources Specialist – Talent Acquisition & Management plays a critical role in building a strong, diverse, and mission-aligned workforce. This position leads the full recruitment lifecycle—from workforce planning and employer branding to hiring, onboarding, and instructional contracting—ensuring a seamless, compliant, and people-centered experience for candidates, hiring managers, and new employees.

This role is essential to scaling Academy of Hope’s programs, supporting instructional excellence, and sustaining a positive employee experience.

What You’ll Do

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

Lead the full lifecycle recruitment process for instructional and non-instructional roles across multiple campuses and departments
Partner closely with hiring managers to define staffing needs, develop recruitment strategies, and manage hiring timelines
Draft, post, and manage job advertisements across Paycom ATS and external platforms
Screen applications, coordinate interviews, facilitate hiring decisions, and extend offers in alignment with policy and compensation guidelines
Ensure a consistent, equitable, and engaging candidate experience from application through hire
Build proactive talent pipelines for high-need and recurring roles, including instructional, adjunct, and workforce positions

Applicant Tracking & Hiring Systems

Serve as the primary administrator for recruitment workflows within Paycom ATS
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant applicant records and hiring documentation
Monitor recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, applicant flow, yield) and identify opportunities for process improvement
Ensure compliance with EEO, FCRA, and other hiring-related regulations

Onboarding & Employment Transitions

Coordinate and manage onboarding for new hires, including offer letters, employment agreements, background checks, and system access
Partner with hiring managers and operations teams to ensure new employees are prepared for their first day
Manage instructional contracts, adjunct agreements, and support staffing documentation
Support internal transfers, promotions, and employment changes in collaboration with HR colleagues

Collaboration & Workforce Support

Serve as a trusted HR partner to campus leaders and department managers throughout the hiring process
Collaborate with Payroll, Benefits, and Employee Relations colleagues to ensure seamless employee transitions
Support workforce planning efforts and staffing analysis as needed

Compliance & HR Operations

Ensure recruitment and onboarding practices align with federal, state, and local employment laws
Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and data integrity in all HR systems
Contribute to continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and hiring practices

Who You Are

You are a people-centered and systems-savvy HR professional who thrives at the intersection of recruitment strategy, operational execution, and relationship building. You bring strong experience in talent acquisition, enjoy partnering with hiring managers, and understand how to move candidates efficiently from interest to hire without sacrificing equity or compliance. You are comfortable managing multiple searches at once, navigating an ATS, and supporting instructional and professional staff in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. You bring sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a deep commitment to Academy of Hope’s values and adult learners.

Why Work for Academy of Hope

Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School is a mission-driven organization committed to equity, access, and opportunity through adult education. For nearly 40 years, AoH has supported adult learners across Washington, DC in earning high school crede