Recruiting New Employees Process
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What is the first step in the recruitment process?

  • Preparing for onboarding
  • Presenting an offer of employment
  • Sourcing qualified candidates (correct)
  • Screening applicants
  • What should be included in a role description for a new hire?

  • Personal interests of the candidate
  • Role and responsibilities (correct)
  • Salary range offered
  • Types of benefits provided by the firm
  • Which strategy is NOT recommended for sourcing qualified candidates?

  • Ignoring internal referrals (correct)
  • Notifying a professional network via e-mail
  • Using social media platforms like LinkedIn
  • Posting on job boards
  • What is a crucial characteristic of a job posting?

    <p>It should be eye-catching and well written</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is essential during the screening of candidates?

    <p>Ensuring a consistent approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of structured interview techniques in the screening process?

    <p>To ensure systemic discrimination is avoided, protecting applicant rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is NOT typically reviewed during the initial application package screening?

    <p>Personal references from the applicant's social network.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suggested duration for a face-to-face interview for intermediate to senior positions?

    <p>1 hour.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the confirmation email sent to candidates before a face-to-face interview?

    <p>The date, time, location, and meeting details.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a telephone/web conference screening, what is one of the key things that should be confirmed?

    <p>The candidate's preferred salary range.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who typically bears the cost of providing group health benefits?

    <p>A combination of both employer and employee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is typically NOT included in group health benefits?

    <p>Short-term disability insurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common compensation for overtime-eligible employees according to provincial standards?

    <p>Banked overtime or pay out on a per-pay basis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a perquisite that may be considered a taxable benefit?

    <p>Complimentary snacks and beverages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must employers do regarding overtime compensation?

    <p>Ensure the overtime pay is calculated at the correct rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often are employees typically paid?

    <p>Bi-weekly or semi-monthly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of coverage is often provided for group benefits in smaller firms?

    <p>Long-term disability benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit associated with group health plans?

    <p>Unpaid vacation time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way employees can receive their overtime compensation?

    <p>Banked for future time off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes how employers can utilize payroll services?

    <p>It provides economical and reliable payroll solutions even for small employers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Recruiting New Employees

    • The recruitment process involves sourcing qualified candidates, screening applicants, selecting a preferred candidate, presenting an offer of employment, and preparing for onboarding.
    • It is crucial to develop a clear role description that outlines the necessary skill set, responsibilities, reporting structure, qualifications (education, experience, training, technical skills, soft skills), and any specific requirements of the role (travel, driver's license).

    Sourcing Qualified Candidates

    • Strategies for sourcing include advertising on industry websites, contacting universities, leveraging professional network, engaging with social media platforms, and requesting referrals.
    • A job posting is essential for marketing the position.
    • It should include eye-catching content, details about the firm, and clear instructions regarding application submission.

    Screening Candidates

    • Proper candidate screening ensures a consistent approach and helps avoid systemic discrimination.
    • Screening stages involve reviewing the initial application package, conducting a telephone/web conference screening interview, and scheduling a face-to-face interview.
    • The initial application review assesses the completeness of the submission, presentation, and applicant's qualifications.
    • Telephone/web conference screenings help refine the candidate pool and confirm key qualifications such as communication skills.
    • Thorough face-to-face interviews should take about one hour for senior positions and 30 minutes for junior positions.
    • Portfolio review is crucial for design-related roles.

    Benefits

    • Group health benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, are commonly offered to full-time employees.
    • Smaller firms often share the cost of benefits between employer and employee.
    • Long-term disability benefits are typically provided, while short-term disability insurance may not be.

    Perquisites

    • Perquisites can include contributions to an RRSP, complimentary snacks and beverages, social events, free parking, transit pass reimbursement, paid vacation time, paid sick days, paid personal days, paid bereavement leave, paid Christmas closure, paid professional dues, paid professional learning allowance, share or purchase options.
    • These perquisites are often subject to taxation and should be reviewed with an accounting professional.

    Overtime Pay

    • Architects, managers, and interns may be exempt from overtime payment and vacation accrual based on provincial or territorial employment standards legislation.
    • Overtime-eligible employees must be compensated according to provincial employment standards’ minimum requirements.
    • Overtime can be banked for future paid time off or paid out on a per-pay basis.
    • Employers must track overtime and maintain accurate records of overtime pay or banked time.

    Performance Development

    • Performance development incorporates goal setting, success and challenge highlighting, identification of support/coaching needs, and 360 feedback.
    • Maintaining electronic records of performance conversations, goals, priorities, and feedback contributes to ongoing professional development and future planning.

    Professional Development

    • All architectural associations require ongoing professional development for licensure.
    • Supporting professional development is good business practice and crucial for staying ahead in the evolving architecture industry.
    • Aligning professional development needs with strategic direction ensures effective resource allocation and training.

    Employee Termination

    • Best practices for conducting employee termination include preparing all paperwork in advance, reviewing with legal counsel, planning a private location, keeping the meeting brief, and providing clear and concise information.
    • It is important to communicate the decision to terminate employment, explain the reason, confirm the last day of employment, provide details regarding separation letters, and outline plans for work transition, company property return, and personal belongings collection.
    • Inform the remaining team about the termination without disclosing specific reasons if the termination is without cause.
    • Be empathetic towards the terminated employee and provide them with support and accurate final pay.
    • If appropriate, offer to be available for references.
    • Throughout the process, it is crucial to remain kind, respectful, and considerate.

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    This quiz covers the comprehensive process of recruiting new employees, including sourcing candidates, screening applicants, and finalizing the hiring decision. It highlights the importance of clear role descriptions, effective sourcing strategies, and thorough screening techniques for selecting the best fit for the organization.

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