Explore the benefits of skills-first hiring, a strategy that helps government agencies attract talent, identify internal skills, and improve recruitment, retention, and performance.
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Skills-First Hiring: Expanding and Diversifying Candidate Pools
Explore a revolutionary approach to hiring that puts skills first
Workplace adjustments that began as a temporary response to the COVID-19 crisis have changed the employment landscape, leaving government organizations struggling to attract, hire, and retain employees. To effectively compete for candidates, the public sector must transform the recruiting and hiring process.
Watch the February 12, 2025 webinar, Skills-First Hiring: Expanding and Diversifying Candidate Pools, where Vice President of Policy at Opportunity@Work, Blair Corcoran de Castillo, and Public Sector Senior Fellow at UKG, Bob Lavigna explore why many government organizations are adopting skills-first hiring, a revolutionary approach that values skills over traditional markers like education, years of experience, or job titles.
During the session, Blair and Bob discuss:
- The business case for skills-first hiring
- How organizations are navigating challenges and leveraging opportunities to implement a skills-first strategy
- The impact of a skills-first approach on talent acquisition, retention, and organizational performance
This webinar will highlight how skills-first hiring can transform your recruitment and retention strategies.