Alternative Hiring Practices for a New Generation

As the adage goes, “Times have changed,” and so must our recruitment practices. The traditional approach of asking candidates to simply submit qualifications is no longer sufficient. To stay innovative and attract top-tier talent, parks and recreation professionals need to embrace unconventional hiring practices. We will delve into the transformative approach adopted by the City of Las Vegas. In a groundbreaking initiative, the city organized a unique hiring event designed to evaluate potential team members beyond their qualifications. The emphasis was on identifying individuals who not only possessed the necessary skills but also harmonized with the existing team’s culture. This carefully curated event featured a diverse panel of interviewers representing five agencies and varying roles. Learn firsthand how this innovative hiring strategy allowed the City of Las Vegas to attract quality team members for a pioneering project. Discover the keys to fostering a culture fit, creating a dynamic team synergy, and ensuring long-term success in the ever-evolving landscape of parks and recreation. Explore the future of recruitment with us as we redefine the hiring process, embracing strategies that align with the expectations and preferences of the new generation of professionals.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Apply Alternative Hiring Methods: Discern alternative hiring strategies that harmonize with the parks and recreation business model, catering to the preferences of a new generation of candidates. 

2. Optimize Hiring Method Structures: Acquire the skills to structure alternative hiring methods for maximum impact, ensuring a streamlined and effective recruitment process. 

3. Implement Effective Evaluation Techniques: Identify sample questions and evaluation techniques to seamlessly integrate with alternative hiring methods, empowering participants to make informed decisions in candidate selection.