Some industries require more red tape than others in the hiring process to ensure new hires meet very specific requirements. This is particularly true in the public sector. From fire and police to parks and recreation and every role in between that serves and protects the public, HR hiring professionals in government rely on structure and reliability in the candidate selection process. This can sometimes lead to stagnant hiring strategies that slow down hiring for some of the most essential roles in a city.
Spark Hire CEO, Josh Tolan, discusses with Kristi Wong, Director of Human Resources for the City of Sachse, the importance of being open to innovative hiring solutions and being proactive about making faster and more effective hiring decisions.
Key takeaways
5:52 - Seize the opportunity to make improvements when filling a role - each time you enter the hiring process, look for ways you can improve the role, responsibilities, and performance outcomes with a new hire
7:55 - Create an adaptable system for screening applicants - certain roles could require a different process to effectively assess talent. It’s important the process aligns with the job
13:55 - Offer candidates the opportunity to connect with team members - when candidates get to meet with employees and leaders, they can asses for their fit with the team and culture in the hiring process
19:09 - Build a solid hiring team that’s open to change - when building your hiring team, consider hiring decision-makers that are open to making improvements to create a fast, effective, and resilient hiring process
21:47 - Be proactive about innovation in the hiring process - be open to change as new technologies and processes evolve to meet the demands of the market
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