The Importance of Recruitment Planning
Planning effective recruitment planning ensures we attract and retain top talent while aligning with the university’s mission. A structured approach helps us hire candidates with the right skills, enhances efficiency, and fosters an inclusive and dynamic workforce.
Key Benefits
- Strategic Alignment: Supports university objectives by targeting essential skills.
- Enhanced Candidate Experience: Clear communication improves engagement and interest.
- Efficiency: Streamlined processes reduce hiring time and costs.
- Inclusion: Focused efforts enrich our academic community.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Analytics refine hiring strategies for continuous improvement.
Recruitment Planning Resources
Navigating the Recruitment & Selection Guidebook
A practical guide to navigating UCLA's standardized recruitment and selection process, tools, and best practices from job posting through hiring.
Build or Update Position Description
A clear position description aligns job duties with hiring needs. Learn how to create or update a description that attracts the right candidates.
Recruitment Planning Timeline
Use a structured timeline to manage key hiring milestones. View a sample timeline to guide your recruitment process.
Determine Compensation, Salary & Equity
Pre-employment tests and PBAs assess candidates' skills. Explore compliance considerations.
Internal Recruitment Requests
Certain recruitments may be limited to UC, UCLA, or departmental applicants. Learn about eligibility criteria, the approval process, and how to submit a request.
Employee Referral Program
Aligned with UCOP policy, the ERP helps recruit top talent for hard-to-fill roles and recognizes employees for successful referrals. It supports hiring managers in attracting candidates for designated positions. Learn about eligibility, the process, and how to submit a referral.
Job Advertising & Social Media Options
Effective job advertising expands the reach of recruitment efforts. Discover strategies for posting positions on job boards, leveraging social media, and attracting a diverse applicant pool.
Developing Candidate Criteria/Rubric
Defining clear selection criteria ensures an objective evaluation of candidates. Access resources for creating effective candidate assessment rubrics to support fair and consistent hiring decisions.
Forming a Search Committee
A well-structured search committee enhances fairness and inclusivity in hiring. Learn best practices for forming and managing committees to facilitate a successful recruitment process.
Developing Interview Questions
Thoughtful interview questions are essential for assessing candidates effectively. Access guidelines for crafting questions that align with job requirements and promote equitable evaluation.
Determine Pre-Employment Testing & Position Based Assessments
Pre-employment tests and PBAs assess candidates' skills. Explore compliance considerations.
Planning your recruitment is vital for building a skilled, inclusive, and engaged workforce, positioning our university for continued success. Your Talent Acquisition Consultant is available to consult with you in this critical process.
Questions?
If you have questions, please contact your Campus Human Resources Talent Acquisition Consultant (TAC).