Hiring Process Steps

You have probably been following the same hiring process for years.  Is it working?  When was the last time you reviewed or changed your hiring process?  Most likely you have not reviewed your hiring process for some time, and it potentially can be costing you top talent.

Just as you comb through hundreds of job candidates to look for the perfect hire, candidates are researching you and watching your every move during the hiring process.  One slip or misstep and you could potentially lose the perfect candidate.  Perhaps you need to take a step back and review your hiring process – here are the basics you should cover:

• With every new job opening, you should determine what is needed for that hire.  A good checklist will help you in making sure you cover all the aspects of what you will need to acquire with this hire – skills, attitude, responsibilities, pay, etc. all must be known before you begin looking.
• Once you understand what is required, you can write a job description that covers the specifics.  Remember that your job descriptions should be specific to that particular job and written to attract candidates.
• Determine where you will market your position – online boards, social media, or other networking avenues. 
• Once you start receiving resumes, it is important to know when and how long you will conduct your interviews.  Will you do them all in a couple of days, or spread them out over a week?
• Once interviews are complete, know your next steps – background checks, testing, etc. 
• Know exactly how you will extend your offer to the perfect candidate.  Will it be a combination of telephone and writing, or in-person?

While every hiring manager may have specific steps in completing their hiring process, it is important that you review them constantly and make adjustments as necessary.  A smooth hiring process will make a happy employee, which leads to retention.


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