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How to Fix Bias in Job Descriptions: Socioeconomic Inclusivity

Ongig

Companies, HR managers, and recruiters need to address bias in job descriptions. Doing this requires that you ensure inclusivity when creating and sharing job ads, interviewing new recruits, and throughout the hiring process. Studies have shown how people’s socioeconomic status can be a barrier to getting certain jobs.

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4 Ways to Attract Top Talent Through Job Descriptions

Ongig

Ensure your compensation plan is well-structured and be upfront about what it entails — starting in your job descriptions. This ensures candidates are aware that employees are fairly rewarded for their contributions. In fact, diversity in the workplace helps bring unique perspectives and experiences.

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How to Use Science to Write Good Job Descriptions

Jobvite

When writing a job description, you run the risk of using dated language, boilerplate copy from similar jobs in the industry, and long lists of “must-have” requirements. Left unchecked, bias can seep into your talent pool and exclude great candidates. Step 2: Cut and paste your job description into the tool.

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5 Talent Acquisition Trends That Will Define 2024

JazzHR

2) Optimized approach to candidate engagement and conversion Building relationships with candidates will be a competitive differentiator for employers. Leveraging recruitment marketing automation can help hiring teams nurture both active and passive candidates at scale.

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How To Optimize Your Hiring Process For 2023 | ClearCompany

ClearCompany Recruiting

You’ll learn everything from preparing a job description to streamlining your recruiting process. Here are three tips for doing just that: Take the first step to an optimized hiring process by updating your company’s job descriptions: 1. Are they great candidates but lacking in one or more areas? Did You Know?

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5 Must-Have Features of Every Career Site

Rally Recruitment Marketing

Recently we held a webinar about the topic of career site optimization called, Candidate Experience Fixes that Get More Applications , featuring Michele Posehn, Senior Recruiting Manager – Diversity and Early Talent Initiatives at SiteOne Landscape Supply, and Katie Conti, VP of Talent Programs and Operations at iCIMS.

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10+ Examples of the Best Job Ads in 2024

Ongig

Job ads are becoming more creative and dynamic. So, having the best job ads out there will require creativity. Employers are giving more robust content on job descriptions rather than just listing requirements and qualifications. Below are 10 examples of the best job ads in 2018 that leverage these new ideas: 1.