Contract Marketing Manager

About Onward Search Education
Onward Search Education connects K–12 schools with passionate, highly qualified education professionals. From special education teachers to speech language pathologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and behavioral aides—we provide the people who make a difference in students' lives. We understand the unique challenges schools face, and we’re here to help solve them with exceptional talent and personalized service. Learn more about us at onwardsearcheducation.com.

About the Role

We are seeking a results-driven Marketing Manager to join our team on a short-term contract (tentatively March–June, 3–4 months). This is a full-time (40 hours/week), W2 contract opportunity supporting high-impact marketing initiatives across digital channels. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in both B2B and B2C marketing and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and refine a process to identify prospective school partners and add them to our CRM
• Own and execute the email marketing strategy to school contacts to uncover open staffing needs
• Write and optimize email content that resonates with school decision-makers
• Track and report on key campaign metrics to evaluate performance and inform improvements
• Occasionally run targeted ad campaigns on LinkedIn and Meta platforms
• Support our employer branding efforts, including managing our social media presence
• Help manage the monthly B2C marketing budget to promote job openings to educators
• Report on B2C campaign performance and assist in strategy development
• Collaborate closely with our Education team to align on outreach goals and opportunities
• Work with senior executives to establish KPIs, budgets and targets

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in a B2B marketing role, ideally in a growth-stage or fast-paced environment
• Deep understanding of marketing metrics, with a strong analytical mindset and comfort in reporting results
• Proven experience with email marketing, lead generation, and CRM tools (Knowledge of Bullhorn ATS a huge plus )
• Experience with AI tools to boost productivity
• Hands-on experience with social media management and digital ad platforms (LinkedIn, Meta)
• Excellent writing and communication skills—you know how to craft compelling messages
• A self-starter who can manage their own workload and thrive with minimal supervision
• A positive, winning attitude and a collaborative spirit
• Familiarity with the K-12 school systems is a huge plus
• Bachelor’s degree required

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation package.
• Collaborative and supportive company culture focused on innovation and excellence.

Salary

• $32-$38, based on experience.

Company Overview

Founded in 2007, Onward Search is an award-winning recruitment and staffing company with expertise helping staff niche talent across creative and marketing, digital accessibility, artificial intelligence, and specialized roles in K-12 education. 

We have built a culture fostered on entrepreneurial spirit, integrity, teamwork and transparency, and have won numerous awards for service to clients and talent, including the ‘ClearlyRated Best of Staffing(R) Award’ for three consecutive years and one of the “Best Companies to Work for Women” on Comparably, where we also hold an A+ rating for company culture and rank number one in diversity score amongst staffing companies in our industry.   

 

Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time employees.  

Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply.  

Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by State and Federal law.