Basic Elements in Talent Acquisition
Job Descriptions and Role Requirements
- Writing clear and detailed job descriptions
- Defining role requirements and qualifications
Screening and Selection
- Resume and cover letter screening
- Initial phone screenings
- Conducting interviews
- Pre-employment assessments
Onboarding
- Orientation programs
- Introduction to company culture and policies
- Initial training and development
Candidate Experience
- Communication with candidates
- Providing feedback
- Managing rejections sensitively
Design Recruitment Process Flow
- Mapping out the recruitment stages
- Defining roles and responsibilities at each stage
- Standardizing processes to ensure consistency
- Implementing feedback loops for continuous improvement
Company Career Portal
- Designing a user-friendly career portal
- Integrating the portal with applicant tracking systems (ATS)
- Regularly updating job postings and content
- Providing resources and information for potential candidates
Sourcing Candidates
- Job postings on job boards and company websites
- Using social media for job postings
- Employee referrals
- Recruitment agencies
- Approaching passive candidates
Interviewing Techniques
- Structured vs. unstructured interviews
- Behavioral and situational interviews
- Competency-based interviews
Compliance and Legal Considerations
- Equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Immigration and employment eligibility (I-9 forms)
- Background checks and drug testing policies
Recruitment Metrics and KPIs
- Time to fill
- Cost per hire
- Source of hire
- Applicant-to-interview ratio
By defining the fundamental tasks from the strategic initiatives, recruitment teams can enhance their efficiency, improve candidate experiences, and ultimately contribute more significantly to the organization's success.
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