Title: Manager, Recruitment

Department: SEO High School Scholars, New York 

Report to: Associate Director, Recruitment and Admissions 

Compensation: $66,300 - $75,500

FLSA: Exempt 

Employee Type: Full-Time, Regular 

Location: New York, NY 

Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days/week in the SEO office at 55 Exchange Place, New York, NY 10005 

Schedule:  

• The typical weekly schedule is as follows: 
  • Fall Term: Tuesday through Saturday (3x a month); Monday through Friday (1x month) 
  • Spring Term: Tuesday through Saturday (3x a month); Monday through Friday (1x month) 
  • Summer Term: Monday through Friday 
• In-person attendance is required for all Saturday programming dates at the following locations (subject to change): 
  • Long Island University 
  • Baruch College  

ABOUT SEO  

Founded in 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement, SEO closes educational and career opportunity gaps for 7,000 ambitious young people annually.    

SEO Scholars is a free, eight-year, academic program that transforms public high school students in New York City, San Francisco, North Carolina, and Miami into college graduates. SEO Scholars successfully educates and mentors students to and through college. 100% of Scholars are accepted into four-year colleges, 85% of Scholars graduate with a Bachelor’s degree, and 80% are first-generation college graduates. 

POSITION OVERVIEW 

The Manager, Recruitment leads the execution and continuous improvement of a strategic, data-driven recruitment and admissions cycle. This role partners closely with the Associate Director, Assistant Director, and Program Managers across the HS Scholars NY team to build and sustain a robust pipeline that results in a competitive and diverse class of 9th grade Scholars each year. As the primary point of contact for recruitment, the Manager, Recruitment drives outreach strategy, cultivates key partnerships, and ensures operational excellence across all stages of the admissions process.  

Recruitment, Partnership & Admissions 

• Execute comprehensive recruitment and pipeline strategies aligned to organizational goals by identifying and cultivating sources to attract high-quality applicants.
• Recommend and implement innovative approaches to strengthen recruitment outcomes. 
• Build new relationships and manage existing relationships with school and community partners. 
• Plan and deliver recruitment presentations, workshops, and information sessions. 
• Maintain thorough documentation of all outreach and engagement efforts to ensure team alignment. 
• Oversee admissions process by reviewing student applications, recommending candidates for interviews, and facilitating team deliberation sessions to finalize scholar selection. 
• Ensure a smooth and equitable admissions process from application through acceptance.

Recruitment Data Management & Operations 

• Track, analyze, and report on key metrics throughout the recruitment cycle to internal and external stakeholders including staff, applicants, and program partners. 
• Manage Salesforce database and other systems to ensure accurate tracking toward recruitment and admissions goals. 
• Oversee admissions communications to ensure accurate and timely notifications to applicants and families. 
• Manage event logistics for Interview Days and other recruitment initiatives. 
• Recommend and implement improvements to data and systems each cycle to ensure efficient and effective practices. 

Program & Scholar Support 

• Maintain accurate program data to inform Scholar support and program planning. 
• Generate weekly reports to support Program Managers in Scholar advising. 
• Track and analyze intervention efforts to support continuous improvement in 9th grade Scholar success.  
• Ensure timely distribution of progress reports, report cards, and other key Scholar materials. 
• Step in to facilitate programming when needed 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree required. 
• 3+ years of experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial organization or company. 
• Experience working directly with youth required.  

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS 

• Demonstrated track record of successfully executing recruitment processes, with experience using online recruiting and data management tools, including Salesforce.  
•  Demonstrated passion for closing the opportunity and academic achievement gap for students at the high school and college level.  
• Data-driven and results-oriented, with an unquestionable commitment to high quality work. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to clearly and effectively present content in a public forum, engage in active listening, and command the attention of large groups of students. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build professional relationships and deliver constructive, honest and productive feedback to Scholars and family members. 
• Demonstrated track record of successfully managing multiple ongoing projects, with the ability to self-motivate and work independently toward programmatic goals when needed.  
• Intermediate to advanced Excel, analysis, and reporting skills with an affinity towards data-driven outcomes. 
• Bilingual Spanish/English is highly preferred; other languages skills are welcome! 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS   

SEO offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plan including low-cost health, vision, and dental options, a generous holiday schedule and PTO policies, disability coverage, fully paid time off for new parents, and employer contributions to health reimbursement and retirement accounts. We are constantly working to improve our benefits each year based on the needs of our employees. We value wellness and strive to put people first and foremost.  

The compensation listed in this posting reflects what SEO believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEO reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.  

EEOC Policy 

At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from all communities – including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities – are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment. 

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status. 

If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO, due to a disability, please email SEO Talent. 

THE ORGANIZATION 

Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) is an educational non-profit founded on the belief that talent is everywhere; but opportunity is not. Our programs are designed to educate, train, mentor, and amplify the voices of our participants to give them a seat at the table – every table. We propel human potential. 

SEO is an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational career opportunities that maximize the full potential of our participants. Each year SEO serves 7,000+ participants nationally, and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results. 

Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity and SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence. Learn more about SEO's programs here: https://www.seo-usa.org/our-programs/