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5 Questions with Member Severn Trent
“We do a lot of social initiatives because we understand that's how a large portion of our audience is really engaged, so we really try our best to utilize that platform to engage all different types of job seekers.” Helen Martinez-Mitcham Recruiter, Severn Trent...
My.jobs Microsite Branding of the Week (P66onCampus.jobs)
Before I highlight this weeks branding of the week, I would like to thank Phillips 66 and NAS Recruitment Innovation, because without them there is absolutely no way we would have built P66onCampus.jobs. This microsite build out was definitely a collaborative effort....
Proactive Measures for OFCCP Audits
Going through an OFCCP audit can be stressful, however there are steps you can take to prepare in advance. In this video, John Whalin, Senior Program Manager of Talent Acquisition at Member company United Airlines, provides proactive measures for a smoother audit.
Creating a Trusted Online Employment Brand: Is There A Magic Sauce?
This past June, our VP of Digital Strategy, Heather Hoffman, and our VP of Marketing, Nancy Holland, had the opportunity to present a panel discussion at the 2014 HCI Strategic Talent Acquisition Conference in Boston. Of course, we always enjoy presenting with our...
My.jobs Microsite Design Guidelines – Understanding End User Behavior
In a previous post, Seth Flater stated: “The slickest creative or flashiest features on a website don’t guarantee more conversions. In fact, excessiveness might hinder better results. My point is, if your career site is developed without a solid strategy and...
Member Spotlight Series | Heading Down a Non-Traditional Career Path: If the Shoe Fits, Wear it!
Last year we debuted our first ever Member Awards Competition to highlight Members’ initiatives in the areas of recruitment, technology and OFCCP compliance. As the award submissions began to roll in, we were impressed by the innovative programs and unique successes...
Tips for Staying Off of the OFCCP’s Naughty List
The following post is from a recent conversation I had with Candee Chambers, during which we discussed recent trends in OFCCP audits and the importance of building a good rapport with your OFCCP compliance officer. JOHN: Candee, I wanted to let you know that I am...
3 Things You Might Have Missed Regarding the President’s Latest Amendment to Executive Order 11246
The President’s latest amendment to Executive Order 11246 does 3 primary things: Amends four specific provisions of Executive Order 11246 to now insert and compel “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” (aka informally referred to in society as Lesbian, Gay,...
Evening the Playing Field
Written by Alex Amerling, former Digital Strategist at DirectEmployers Association The story of David and Goliath is a common one. The story goes something to the tune of… a small unassuming boy challenges the giant Goliath while he is only equipped with a sling and...
7 Things You Need to Know About the NLx
The National Labor Exchange, often referred to as the NLx, is an unprecedented public-private partnership between DirectEmployers Association (DE) and the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA). But what exactly does that mean, and how does it benefit both job seekers and employers? Watch this episode of The Employment Line to learn more: