Hiring & Interviewing
When should you update a candidate status in the ATS?
Anytime their status changes. (Reviewed, interviewed, Onboarding, Hired)
What is considered protected information that you should not ask about?
Age, Marital Status, Religion, Disability, Gender Identity
What is turn-over?
Refers to the rate at which employees leave a company within a specific period of time
What is the first step to opening up a recruitment?
Get approval from Finance
What are the 2 types of candidates?
Active and Passive
What is the best interview style?
What is, A combination for Behavioral/ Conversational.
Name 3 things that should be on a Job Description.
Description of Department, Short Summary, Duties/ Responsibilities, KSA, Required / Preferred Qualifications
Positive environment, Inclusion, Communication, Connections, Feedback, Time off, Career Progression, Promote innovation, Don't play favorites
How often should you contact your candidate?
What is once per week until they start
Name a sourcing method that is not post & pray
Resume Searches, Networking, Search Firms, Branding & Blogging
Can the following interview note get HELP into legal trouble?
Young, looks like they can lift 40 pounds, may need time off for pregnant girlfriend.
Yes, yes it can.
Why is an accurate job description important?
Road map for employee success, can lead to unfair hiring practices and law suits.
What is a non-financial cost to a bad hire?
Productivity, Your-Time/ Energy, Team Moral
What information and attachments should be included when making a hiring recommendation?
BONUS: Who should it be sent to?
Send interview notes, application, grant name.
HR/ Executive
Name a pro about passive candidates?
Specific education/ experience, can have a good reference, less likely to "Job Hop"
What can do to keep your candidate engaged in the hiring process?
What is, Text, Call, and/or Email
Name 1 type of Unconscious Bias
What is, Affinity, Confirmation, Halo, Horns
What are 3 reasons for turn-over?
What is Mgmt/ culture fit, Schedule, Duties, Attendance, Behavioral, Communication, Lack of development, Burn-out, Bait& Switch
What is the maximum time to contact a candidate after reviewing their resume?
3 days
What is the post & pray sourcing method?
Posting on the career sight praying to find the right fit.
Name 2 things you should do during an interview.
Set proper expectations, Be honest/ communicative, review resume prior to interview, Rephrase questions, Assess culture fit, Change status’s on ATS, Look at non-verbal que’s
What does it mean to be a "Right to Work" State?
A state that has a law prohibiting union security agreements
What is the average cost to onboard at HELP?
What is $1,200
What should you verify before offering an internal candidate?
Verify disciplinary actions, Verify HELP-U, Verify budget can withstand their pay
What are ways to keep a candidate warm at the time of application?
Communication (Call, email, text)