Human Resources

In case you missed it, EEOC is seeking feedback on improving the Federal Sector EEO Complaint Process, which is the topic of my blog this week. Your valuable comments are much appreciated…

https://www.govloop.com/community/blog/improve-federal-sector-eeo-process/

Do feds get fair pay? Share your thoughts…

https://www.govloop.com/community/blog/pay-fairness-persistent-problem-feds/

I think the demands of technology are changing faster than HR personell or administrators can keep up with; especially if they have a low tech- base to begin with. I am interested in how people are dealing with getting the right people in in the right positions and the right equipment in the right hands.

Hi Folks – I’m looking to see if anyone has a web form based calculator for time in grade? In my ideal world, folks would be able to input dates that they worked, and calculate how far along they are to a WGI or other increase. Has anyone seen this built as an easy web tool?

Can anyone tell me what the hiring rating of IBCO stands for or means?

Thanks,

Tom

I love the idea of using hiring flexibilities, including student programs for that purpose. I would add Schedule A and Veterans program options to the list as well.

Thanks, Susan,
You’ve been very helpful. What are your comments hiring student career interns to evaluate on-the-job performance?

1. Strong job analysis pre-posting.
2. Include subject matter experts.
3. Structured behavioral interviews.

Hiring Managers: How to avoid hiring a Homer Simpson to work in your nuclear power plant
How do you advise your hiring managers during the hiring process? What are your top 3 suggestions or processes?

Ms. Rawji – All good ideas, although the exam isn’t useful for all occupations. Using a SME is always a good idea and combining that with a behavioral interview is the way to go.

I agree. I personally know people who lie on their resumes and they get the job even though I also applied and am more knowledgeable

Dear HR Recruiters,
Here’s a riddle. How do hiring managers ensure that what they see is what they get? Managers have complained to me so many times that they can’t hire quality federal employees. I’m not an HR expert or HR trained, but even I can determine some potential solutions.

Help me out here! To screen out those applicants who…[Read more]

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Title: Interns in the Workplace