Strategic Recruitment
What is the main role of strategic recruitment?
To attract qualified candidates in alignment with organizational goals.
What is the purpose of applicant screening?
To filter candidates and identify those who meet minimum job requirements.
What does an ability or aptitude test measure?
Ability = what a candidate can do right now. Aptitude = how well they can learn/develop.
What is a structured interview?
An interview where all candidates are asked the same standardized questions and are measured against the same criteria.
What is the purpose of decision-making in selection?
To choose the best candidate based on job-related criteria.
What is the difference between internal and external recruitment?
Internal recruits from within the organization. External recruits from outside the organization.
What is a screening matrix?
A tool used to objectively evaluate candidates based on predetermined criteria.
What does a physical ability test measure?
A person's strength, endurance, stamina and overall physical ability.
What is a behavioural interview question?
A question used to determine what a candidate HAS done already (assesses behaviour).
What is the multiple hurdle model?
Candidates must pass each stage before moving to the next.
What is an employer brand and why is it important?
It's the organization's reputation as an employer and it helps attract high-quality candidates.
What is the difference between minimum qualifications and preferred qualifications?
Minimum = required to be considered. Preferred = enhance a candidate's competitiveness.
What does a psychomotor ability test measure?
A person's physical movement, coordination and motor skills; how well they can perform tasks with speed, precision and control.
Why are structured interviews more effective than unstructured interviews?
They improve reliability, reduce bias, rely on objective measurements and allow for more fair comparison across candidates.
What is similarity bias?
When we favour people who are similar to ourselves.
A company is struggling to attract qualified applicants despite posting jobs online. Name 2 strategic recruitment improvements they could make.
Improve employer branding, diversify recruitment channels, define target audience, refine job ads, build talent pipelines etc.
A hiring manager wants to "go with their gut" instead of using a screening matrix. Name 2 risks if this were to happen.
Increased bias, inconsistency, reduced objectivity in decision-making etc.
When is pre-employment drug and alcohol testing allowed?
In safety-sensitive roles ONLY. Must be carefully justified to avoid discrimination.
An interviewer asked a candidate about their plans to start a family. Why is this an issue?
It is discriminatory and not job-related.
What is groupthink?
When someone does not share their honest opinion in a group to keep agreement and harmony among the group.