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4 Fair Chance Hiring Laws that Affect Job Descriptions

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These so-called ‘ban the box’ laws seek to give formerly incarcerated people a fair chance at applying for (and being hired for) jobs. When writing job descriptions, it’s important to know about your legal duties and risks. And increasingly, more states or city governments are adopting fair hiring laws.

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Creating an Inclusive Landscape: Strategies for HR and Leadership

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SourceAmerica connects government customers and other organizations to a national network of nonprofits that creates employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Begin by auditing the digital recruiting screening systems to determine if qualified applicants with disabilities have equal access.

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15 Intriguing Recruiting Statistics to Know in 2024 | ClearCompany

ClearCompany Recruiting

Recruitment Statistics for Attracting Top Talent In today’s job market , unemployment is 3.7%, a near-record low, and hiring is picking up again —albeit slowly. Job growth is strong in sectors including healthcare, government, and leisure and hospitality.

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Guide to Hiring Employees in Latvia

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Here’s an overview of some key employment laws in Latvia: Labor Law: The Labor Law of Latvia governs the rights and obligations of both employers and employees. They must specify essential terms such as job duties, working hours, duration of the contract (if fixed-term), and remuneration.

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What Is a KSA and Why Do Small Businesses Need Them?

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They’re a series of statements necessary when applying to certain job openings, particularly in the United States, and are used by government organizations to determine the best-qualified candidates for a job. KSAs stand for Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

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How Traditional Recruiting Workflows Miss Great Talent

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Post a job opening, collect applications, and screen for promising candidates. Bias May Lurk in Your Job Descriptions. Bias pervades ordinary language use, so it’s not surprising to find it in job descriptions. Female study participants also tended to find these jobs less appealing. .

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How Skills-Based Hiring Can Transform Your Organization In 2023

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If you’re unfamiliar with the philosophy, skills-based hiring is the practice of screening and hiring new employees based on the skills, capabilities, and talent they bring to the table — as opposed to their educational background or degree. What makes skills-based recruitment different from other types?

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