Why Your Agency Needs Talent Intelligence
Recruiting the right talent for the right positions is a critical task that government strives to do well. But it’s easier said than done.
Human Resources
Improve Your Technology to Improve Your Workforce
Confronted with the realities of an aging workforce and the need to onboard a new generation of employees, agencies can’t afford to act inefficiently.
The Need for an Effective Talent Strategy
Public safety organizations need an effective talent strategy to hire a diverse workforce, attract and retain new talent, improve knowledge transfer from experienced to younger employees, establish focus and accountability, motivate and reward employees, and implement effective succession planning. It’s a way for leaders and HR to work together to define mission objectives and optimize… Read more »
Don’t Sacrifice Training in Tight Budget Times
Training budgets are often seen as nice-to-haves. But at a time when agencies are expected to increase performance while reducing the size and cost of their workforce, training is a necessity.
Overcoming Barriers to HR Software Adoption
In a recent interview, Jonathan Wiersma, General Manager of HR Solutions at CivicPlus, shared key drivers influencing tech adoption among HR professionals.
Combating Sexual Harassment in Federal Government
Even as it seems that more and more women are speaking out against a culture that has long condoned or ignored sexual harassment, only a small fraction of women actually lodge a formal complaint. Many women have expressed fear of jeopardizing their careers, being accused of lying or facing social or professional retaliation should they… Read more »
A Strategic Approach to Customer Communications
For government, the task of effectively communicating with customers can feel overwhelming. But with the right approach, agencies can tackle all of these objectives while also effectively engaging users.
Measuring Work Environment Inclusivity at Federal Agencies
Though diversity and inclusion indices have been improving government-wide, these top-scoring agencies (based on self-reporting from current employees) are likely to offer more opportunities for women to succeed and feel empowered and valued in the workplace.
How to Make Job Descriptions Women-Friendly
Because you work in government, you can’t write ‘WOMEN PLEASE APPLY!’ at the top of your advert. However, you can encourage more women with a wider range of skill sets to apply. Here’s six tips to revamp your job descriptions and attract more female applicants.
Is Cloud Right for Your HR and Finance Operations?
When it comes to adopting cloud services for functions such as HR or finance, concerns about security are often the biggest barrier. So how do you have a conversation around cloud when there are trust issues? We sat down with industry and gov experts to find out.