Recruiting Programs Manager

Employment Type: Contract | Reports To: VP of People | Location: Remote / FlexibleAbout The RoleTessera Labs is scaling quickly, and we need someone to own the systems, processes, and programs that keep it running well. This contract role is focused on getting full value out of our recruiting technology stack, including our recently upgraded ATS (Ashby), rebuilding how we train and calibrate interviewers, and building the infrastructure that lets Recruiting operate with consistency and scale.What You'll DoRecruiting Systems & Tool OptimizationOwn and continuously improve components of our recruiting technology stack (ATS, scheduling platforms, assessments, etc.) by identifying gaps, evaluating processes, and creating impact in partnership with systems teams. Manage vendor relationships for all talent acquisition technologies. Process Design & ImplementationLead process improvement initiatives focused on scalability, automation, and simplification. Leverage insights to design streamlined workflows that reduce manual effort and improve quality and consistency across global teams. Data Analysis & InsightsLeverage recruiting and operational data to identify trends, monitor performance, and develop actionable insights. Drive accountability around metric adoption, reporting integrity, and operational efficiency. Resource & Knowledge ManagementOversee the development and governance of process documentation, training materials, and self-serve knowledge resources. Ensure accessibility, accuracy, and usability across teams. Interviewer Systems & EfficacyDesign the systems, structures, and standards that make interviewing reliably great: how we train interviewers, how we measure their effectiveness, how we calibrate quality over time, and how we continuously raise the bar. Build programs including Interviewer 101, Hiring Manager Training, and functional interviewer certifications tailored to specific teams. Recruiting Team Onboarding & EnablementBuild and run programs that get new recruiters up to speed quickly and keep the team operating at a high level. Cross-Functional Playbooks & InfrastructureBuild the processes, communications, and coordination frameworks that help Recruiting run with more consistency, clarity, and scale. ATS Administration (Ashby)Own day-to-day administration and continuous improvement of our ATS, Ashby, to keep workflows clear, consistent, and easy to use. Compensation Range: $1 - $2