A key step to getting the right applicant pool is to understand the industry, and where quality applicants are likely to looking for jobs. For some industries, a large poster outside of the business may be the best resource and for others you may need to advertise with a professional organization or networking group that professionals in the field affiliate with on a regular basis. Below are some creative techniques that have been found successful.
- Online Recruitment: There are many advantages of using the internet, and to have an online application tool. More and more applicants in all industries are going online to look for jobs online recruiting tools streamline process, and can help screen out applicants before you even call them. ESG offers some excellent online recruitment tools at a very competitive price.
- Employee Referral Incentives: Are a great low cost way to find new employees. Make sure employees are aware of all open positions within your organization and make sure that the incentive program is well known.
- Job Fairs: There are many different job fairs out there and they providinge an opportunity to meet a large number of people. Make sure you review the market that the job fair is targeting to make sureensure it is a good opportunity.
- Rejected Applicants: How applicants are treated whether they are offered a position or not may have a huge impact on future applicants. If the applicant was treated with respect and if the interviewer took the time to promote the company and the opportunities, rejected applicants are likely to tell their friends and family to apply to future positions.
- Public Relations Articles: Articles written about your organization or featured events are a great way to get public recognition and spark interest for job seekers.
- Open Houses: Can be a good way to introduce applicants to your company and show them the company culture and environment.
- ESG’s Outplacement Program: ESG offers and outplacement program for employees that may have been laid off due to lack of with another client company. This is a great way to get qualified applicants in your industry.
ESG understands the need to attract and retain quality employees and how much this affects your business and bottom line, so we offer online recruitment tools, drug testing, assessment tests, background checks, and a detailed review of your recruitment process. Contact your Human Resources Consultant for more information and to get the best recruitment practices in place for your company. Vist us at www.esghr.com or call 888-810-8187