Talent Acquisition Specialist

About Point Quest Group

At Point Quest Group we’re champions for every student’s potential. As the nation’s premier provider of special education services, we proudly partner with over 360 school districts and charters, supporting thousands of students ages 3–22 each year. Whether it’s through in-district specialized staff and services, our non-public schools, or our extended family of companies, we provide personalized educational, behavioral, and therapeutic support that helps students thrive not only academically, but also socially and emotionally.

As we continue to grow and expand our reach, we’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist who will be at the forefront of shaping our team. In this role, you’ll lead recruitment strategies, provide a superior candidate experience, and drive innovative initiatives that strengthen our talent pipeline—ensuring we have the passionate professionals needed to make a lasting difference in the lives of students.

The Role

As a individual contributor, you’ll operate as a trusted advisor to the business, balancing hands-on recruiting execution with thought leadership that shapes how we attract and retain top talent.  Success in this role means not only delivering high-quality candidates, but also elevating the overall talent acquisition function through strong partnerships and expertise.

The ideal candidate will be located in the Mountain or Pacific time zone and have the ability to work remotely.  This role offers a competitive salary as well as performance-based bonuses.

What You'll Do

• Partner with hiring leaders to understand business needs, lead strategic intake sessions, and develop effective, data-driven recruiting strategies.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines through advanced sourcing methods, proactive outreach, networking, and participation in events like career fairs and university outreach.
• Craft compelling messaging and manage high volumes of candidate communication to engage top talent.
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates for skills, experience, and cultural fit, while ensuring an excellent candidate experience through seamless interview logistics.
• Provide strategic guidance to hiring managers using market insights, recruiting metrics, and talent trends to influence hiring decisions.
• Track recruiting metrics to evaluate performance, report on progress, and drive continuous process improvement.
• Lead and support special initiatives, including employer branding efforts, sourcing strategy development, and recruitment process optimization.
• Mentor TA team members, share best practices, and support their growth while consistently meeting or exceeding recruitment goals.

What You'll Need

• 3 years’ experience in talent acquisition, preferred
• Experience in educational services and/or healthcare recruitment preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to manage complex searches and consult with leaders on hiring strategies
• Comfort with applicant tracking systems, sourcing tools, and social media platforms
• A growth mindset with motivation to learn, adapt, and drive results

Why Join Us?

At Point Quest Group you’ll do more than recruit talent, you’ll help build the teams that change students’ lives. We live by our values:

• Students First: Every decision is made with our students’ best interest in mind. We create connections, foster belonging, and empower students to reach their full potential through continuous improvement.
• Collaboration: Strong relationships are the foundation of our work. We value contributions, support one another, and build community through teamwork.
• Courage: We face challenges with compassion, creativity, and resilience, adapting, taking risks, and seeking solutions to make a difference.
• Determination: We’re committed to student success with passion, hard work, and an unwavering drive for improvement.
• Fun: We believe learning should be joyful. With curiosity and optimism, we create engaging, uplifting environments, even on challenging days.

If you’re ready to bring passion, leadership, and strategy to the hiring process, we’d love to meet you.