In the current candidate-driven job market, recruiters are looking for unique ways to attract talent. Some have resorted to even (dare we say it?) recruitment strategies on the border of weird and wacky. What can we learn from the unusual recruitment tactics that are being used and actually getting results? Here’s a rundown of some unique recruitment strategies that actually work.
Dean of Student Affairs, OnlineSouth UniversityPittsburgh, PAThe Dean provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction for student affairs as well as promote initiatives that enable the delivery of effective and quality service to students at South University On Line. This is done through creating policies, programs and services that support the universitys mission, meet the needs of a diverse campus population, foster student development, career development, and promote student and alumni involvement through innovative, virtual campus life. Full-timeRemoteLead Superintendent - Commercial / Light - Industrial ConstructionGpacPittsburgh, PAA leading General Contractor providing Construction Management, Design/Build and General Contracting services for nearly 50 years is seeking a Lead Superintendent that will coordinate all site construction activities and supervise all field personnel. Full-timeCRM Analyst - Targeting (REMOTE)DICK'S Sporting GoodsCoraopolis, PAThe CRM Analyst - Targeting is responsible for the identification and distribution of targeted customer populations for direct marketing campaigns (email, mail, mobile pushes, SMS, etcRemoteSr. Data ScientistFederated HermesPittsburgh, PABachelor’s Degree in data science, machine learning, computer science, applied mathematics, statistics, and/or related advanced analytics field, Master’s Degree preferred.
If you’re like most of us, you’d love to be wealthier. Having more money would alleviate stress. It would make it easier to pay your bills and buy nicer things. Maybe it’d allow you to spend more time with your kids and go on more vacations. You’re not alone if you wish you could somehow earn a more significant income.
Recreational TherapistAllegheny CountyPittsburgh, PAPosition Summary: The Incumbent organizes, implements, and directs therapeutic recreation programs and activities to meet the physical, intellectual, psychological and social needs of residents. $21.5 an hourAdministrative Assistant to Senior School HeadShady Side AcademyPittsburgh, PAJob DetailsJob LocationShady Side Academy Senior School - Pittsburgh, PADescriptionADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO HEAD OF SCHOOL Full-Time; Year-Round Reports to: Head of School (Senior School) Non-Exempt Position Description The Administrative Assistant supports primarily the Head of the Senior School in a highly visible role dealing with students, faculty, administration, parents, and trustees.Initial Clinical Reviewer II - Physical Therapist - Peds HAWAII (REMOTE)Magellan Health ServicesMt Pleasant, PAInitial clinical reviewers are supported by Physician clinical review staff (MDs) in the utilization management determination process.RemoteTechnology Support SpecialistUniversity of PittsburghPittsburgh, PAThe University of Pittsburgh is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Technology Support Specialist in the University Library System Information Technology Department, responsible for public facing Library technology, staff technology support and audio/visual support for the University Library System at Pitt. This position provides skilled front-line technical support on an in-person or virtual basis to members of the University Library System.
When a student applies for their first job or for their next academic degree, they don’t have much experience to showcase their skills and personal qualities. Hiring managers and admissions officers, therefore, often look at recommendation letters as a way to go beyond the student’s GPA and learn more about the student’s skills and personal qualities.
jobsearcher.com/blogGrowing Discontent: Employees Wouldn't Wish Their Jobs on Their Worst EnemyThe start of a new year, and most people are already busy setting personal and professional goals. What’s on the top of the list for a growing number of working people is making an exit from the job they currently have. Why?
jobsearcher.com/blogHow to Gracefully Quit a Job You Just StartedYou’ve just started learning the ropes at your new job, and you've gotten to know your colleagues. But you’re already thinking about quitting. Maybe you were deciding between to job offers and realized that you’ve made the wrong choice. Or, a change in your personal circumstances means that you have to quit.
jobsearcher.com/blogHow to Professionally Reschedule a Job Interview Without Destroying Your ChancesYou’ve practiced answering common interview questions and refined your “greatest weakness.’ Nothing can stop you until BAM! The flu hits your household. Or you ran over a nail and popped a tire en route to the interview. When you need to pivot, there’s a good, better, and best way to reschedule a job interview. Here’s how to do it professionally, so you can nail the gig when the timing is right.
jobsearcher.com/blogWhat is Talent MappingEvery planner and recruiter knows that each strategic process requires a pre-strategic process. This is usually just the pre-planning phase of your master plan. Because hiring and recruiting involves many aspects of business (budgets, time, employees, planning, etc.), it is important to ask yourself a few questions to evaluate what resources you have to fulfill your hiring needs. These questions include:
jobsearcher.com/blogHow to Take Your Careers Page to the Next LevelYour careers page deserves a lot of attention. It is not just another page on your website. It is a vital tool that could enhance your recruitment outcomes. But in order to do that, you have to make sure it's fully optimized.