Talent and Human Resources Coordinator

About DC Scholars:

DC Scholars Public Charter School was founded in 2012 and serves approximately 500 students in Preschool - 8th grade in Washington DC, supported by a dedicated instructional team of approximately 100 teachers and leaders. DC Scholars develops life-long scholars who have the academic knowledge and skills, individual passions, and community-mindedness necessary to succeed in and contribute to an ever-changing world. We have cultivated a mission-oriented and collaborative team. Our staff is enthusiastic about constantly setting and reaching a high bar for students. In SY24–25, the percentage of students scoring 4+ on DC CAPE rose 13 points in math – compared to just 3.3% citywide, and the percentage of students scoring 4+ rose 9 points in ELA – compared to only 2.9% citywide.

As we build on this momentum, our next chapter is focused on ensuring more students reach and exceed grade-level benchmarks. We are committed to increasing the percentage of students on or above grade level by approximately 8% in SY26–27, through excellent Tier 1 instruction, targeted supports, and a culture grounded in our PATH values: Prepared, Attentive, Thoughtful, and Hardworking.

The Position:

DC Scholars Public Charter School is seeking a dedicated and people-centered Talent & HR Coordinator to join our team and support the daily functions of our Talent and Human Resources department. This is a role for someone who grows fast, operates with urgency and joy, and is energized by helping others — all while keeping every detail exactly right.

The Talent & HR Coordinator manages the daily functions of the HR department, including payroll administration, benefits coordination, compliance, onboarding and offboarding, and frontline staff support. They serve as a trusted, visible presence for staff — a reliable, mission-driven partner who holds the highest standards of confidentiality and care.

The Talent & HR Coordinator reports to the Director, Talent and HR and works closely with the Finance Team, school leadership, and all staff to ensure the DC Scholars team is well-supported from day one through every stage of their employment.

Key Responsibilities:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

Talent/HR Administration and Staff Support (30%)

• Oversee the day-to-day management of the HR Inbox, providing fast and efficient responses to staff inquiries and taking ownership of all front-end issues — even when resolution requires coordination across departments.
• Anticipate staff needs and ensure flawless follow-up throughout all HR interactions, delivering a DCS-branded, people-first customer service experience.
• Coordinate Talent/HR events including onboarding sessions, exit interviews, benefit meetings, and staff appreciation activities.
• Greet and welcome candidates and new hires; maintain visibility across the school and elevate recurring staff or HR-related needs for problem-solving.
• Prepare employment verification letters and support offer letter coordination.

Finance, Compliance, and Payroll (25%)

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll in Paycom; track and submit stipend payments; serve as a day-to-day administrator of Paycom HRIS.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records — processing all employment changes, salary updates, garnishments, terminations, and withholding requests promptly.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including filing reports and logs to conform with all audits.
• Maintain and update digital employee files (contracts, I-9s, certifications, evaluations, etc.).
• Send the weekly leave report to the leadership team; partner with Finance on timely review and payment of all HR vendor billing.

Pre-Boarding, Onboarding, Offboarding, and Employee Experience (25%)

• Send pre-boarding communications via Paycom, SLACK, and other systems; draft and coordinate Day 1 schedules in collaboration with hiring managers.
• Prepare and ship welcome kits; coordinate tech setup, badge creation, and access requests for all new hires.
• Track onboarding completion across departments and escalate any gaps or issues proactively.
• Assist in employee offboarding, communicate employee changes across departments (data, finance, academics), and coordinate one-off onboarding as needed.
• Coordinate New Staff Orientation logistics and social events; support the Director in designing the overall employee experience vision.

Benefits and Total Rewards (10%)

• Coordinate with vendors to support staff benefits access and troubleshooting throughout the year.
• Assist the Director in planning for Open Enrollment; support the creation, distribution, and collection of Total Rewards Statements.
• Administer leave, FMLA, and timesheets; ensure accurate and compliant leave tracking and accommodations.

Talent Acquisition and School Communications (10%)

• Coordinate career fairs: register for events, prepare materials, recruit internal staff to attend, and handle follow-up communications.
• Assist in the design and marketing of recruitment promotional materials and social media content to support talent acquisition efforts.
• Generate and maintain social media content that showcases the DC Scholars community and culture.

School Community

• Demonstrate an unwavering belief in the ability of the organization, colleagues, students, and self to grow: Take personal responsibility, solicit and respond to feedback; Share constructive feedback so that others/the organization may grow
• Complete tasks by agreed upon deadlines 
• Meet professional expectations for dress, time, and attendance
• Communicate clearly and frequently, responding to messages, calls, and emails following organization-wide norms for timeliness

Background and Experience

• 2–4 years of HR, operations, or benefits experience, ideally in a school or nonprofit environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP a plus
• Experience administering payroll; experience with Paycom is a plus — and we’re excited to invest in training if you’re new to it
• Experience supporting full-cycle onboarding and offboarding processes, including coordination across teams
• Demonstrated experience managing an HR inbox or frontline employee support function with strong follow-through
• Familiarity with federal, DC-area employment law, and HR compliance requirements
• Experience with benefits administration and Open Enrollment support
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace; experience with HRIS platforms required

Mindset

• Grows fast: you are eager to take on new challenges, learn quickly, and build mastery — including gaining proficiency with Paycom if it’s new to you
• Reliable and high-attention to detail: you take joy in precision. The small stuff matters, and you’re proud of getting it right the first time
• Trustworthy and integrity-driven: you handle confidential information with absolute discretion and hold it as a non-negotiable professional standard
• Sense of urgency: you understand that HR work is time-sensitive — payroll, onboarding, and benefits can’t wait — and you respond accordingly
• People-centered and mission-oriented: you genuinely care about the staff you serve and the students they serve; you see HR as a vehicle for impact
• Systems-motivated: you are excited to build and refine processes, master new platforms, and bring structure and consistency to your work
• Commitment to integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality — these are non-negotiables, not aspirations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
• Alignment with DC Scholars’ Core Values: High Bar, Passion & Persistence, Hope, Humility & Growth, and Trust

The Rewards

• High quality, personalized development
  • Over 80% of teachers at DC Scholars agree that they receive targeted feedback that improves their performance
• The opportunity to work in a caring school community that values relationships with students and families
• Opportunities for teacher leadership including Family Engagement Committee, mentorship opportunities, etc.
• Potential to receive performance bonuses for student growth and achievement
• Highly Competitive Benefits Packages including:
  • 403B Retirement Plan with matching contributions
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • EAP
  • Employee Discount through Life Mart

Salary Details
The salary range for this role is $66,950 to $78,280 annually in alignment with DC Scholars’ compensation philosophy. Starting salaries for new hires will be determined based on a combination of the new hire’s relevant experience and market demands.

Timeline and Application Process

Application Deadline:  August 31, 2026

Interview Process:

1. Application Review
2. Virtual screen
3. Reference collection
4. Panel Interview

To apply, submit resume only and interview availability per the application instructions.

• What we are looking for in your resume:
• Years of experience
• Any results/outcomes or leadership roles

Our Talent and HR Team will reach out to you via email to schedule an interview if we are wanting to move forward to the first stage of the interview process for the Talent & HR Coordinator position.