Contract Recruiter (Contractor)
About Amplify
Amplify helps teachers bring delight and rigor to students every day. We have become a leader in K–12 literacy, biliteracy, math, and science by building inspiring teaching and learning experiences based on research. The Amplify Classroom platform combines curriculum, assessment, and supplemental learning into one coherent high-quality instructional system. A pioneer in education since 2000, Amplify has developed deep relationships in states and districts by partnering with educators to drive implementation quality and improved outcomes. Today, Amplify serves more than 18 million students and teachers across all 50 states and on six continents. For more information, visit .
Job Description Summary:
Amplify is looking for an experienced Contract Recruiter to join our People Team and help us find the mission-driven talent that powers our work. In this role, you will own the full recruitment life cycle from building thoughtful sourcing strategies and engaging inclusive candidate pools to partnering closely with hiring managers and driving offers to close.
This is more than a sourcing role. You will serve as a true talent advisor to the business consulting with hiring teams, shaping search strategies, and ensuring every candidate who interacts with Amplify walks away with an exceptional experience. If you are a self-motivated recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and believes in the power of education, we want to hear from you.
This is a full-time contract position with an expected duration of 6 months, with the potential for extension.
Key Responsibilities:
Own the full recruitment life cycle across a variety of functions including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer management while delivering a high-quality, diverse slate of candidates to hiring managers
Develop and execute creative, thoughtful sourcing strategies to build robust talent pipelines for both exempt and non-exempt roles
Act as a strategic talent consultant and advisor to hiring managers partnering to define role requirements, align on search strategy, and set clear expectations around timing and delivery
Deliver an exceptional candidate experience at every stage of the process through timely, transparent, and thoughtful communication
Maintain deep subject matter expertise in the EdTech industry, including awareness of the competitive talent landscape and relevant recruitment resources
Ensure 100% accuracy in tracking and managing the recruitment process in Ashby, maintaining full compliance with Amplify's hiring practices and standards
Sustain a high level of productivity and quality during peak hiring periods without compromising the candidate or hiring manager experience
Support special projects and other People Team initiatives as needed
Minimum Qualifications:4+ years of full life cycle recruiting experience, ideally in an in-house environment
Demonstrated ability to design and execute creative sourcing strategies across a variety of functions including Product, Finance, Technology, Sales, and Administrative roles with a special focus on Product and Technology.
Strong ability to source, network with, and assess candidates across multiple disciplines and levels
Hands-on experience with Ashby ATS and Workday HRIS
Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and the Google Suite of products
Proven track record of managing multiple requisitions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous recruiting experience in the Education or EdTech industry
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage confidently across all levels from entry-level candidates to senior leadership
Strong client service orientation with a demonstrated ability to build trusted, collaborative relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders
Highly organized, self-directed, and able to manage competing priorities with minimal oversight
An innovative, solutions-oriented mindset with a genuine passion for process improvement
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email hiringaccommodations@amplify.com.
If you are selected for employment, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination, or submit to enhanced background screening, such as fingerprinting.
Amplify is an E-Verify participant.
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