Resources
The Benefits of Applying for a Job (Even if You Don’t Think You’ll Get the Job)
There is one action that we engage in throughout our working lives that has a great deal of risk and the potential for big payoffs regardless of the outcome...
Why Good Candidates Opt Out—and How to Keep Them Interested
How to manage candidate expectations and stop losing great hires. Few things are more frustrating than losing great candidates you’ve worked hard to cultivate. But many applicants have been shaped by private sector hiring practices where quick responses, clear timelines, competitive pay, remote flexibility, and personalized communication are standard. Public-sector recruitment, designed for fairness... see more
The More You Know Minute: Defining “Continuous” and “Open Until Filled”
Ever wondered why recruitment ads sometimes list “Continuous” or “Open Until Filled” apply-by dates? The latter is clearer. “Open Until Filled” means that hiring managers leave the job posted until a candidate has been selected. But the former can mean one of two things.
The More You Know Minute:
Salary Calculations and Terms
When searching for work or promotional opportunities, do you sometimes see the hourly rate of pay listed and wonder how to calculate the annual salary? Conversely, what would your hourly salary be if a yearly salary is listed? The helpful number to know is 2080, the number of hours a full-time worker works in... see more
The Secret to Enhancing Creativity
Do you feel challenged in your problem-solving abilities? Is inspiration hard to find when you have to develop a work plan, write a report, or craft a policy? If it’s time for you to take on more responsibilities or do the work you love in a new place, are you reluctant to take the... see more
Recruiting Teen and Young Adult Talent to Fill Seasonal Positions
As summer hiring ramps up, are you challenged by how best to reach today’s youth? Trying to get a teen or young adult’s attention today is like yelling over a rock concert while they’re wearing noise-canceling headphones and texting five people—you better be saying something wild, useful, or hilarious. So, how do we reach... see more
Greening Your Agency’s Recruitment Practices
Want to do your part to help protect the environment? Here are some tips for promoting environmental sustainability in your recruitment practices.
What You Need to Know in 2025
When Looking for Work in the Public Sector
The ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, “There is nothing permanent except change.” If someone 2,600 years ago understood the transience of life, imagine how astounded they would be by the pace and scope of changes we experience today. In this article, we explore recent changes in the world of work and what you need... see more
Expanding Your Talent Pool with
Five Simple Strategies
After months of advertising, is your applicant roster still not complete? Do you often fall short when trying to fill a candidate pool? Want to shore up your agency’s existing talent pipeline, but not sure how? Nationwide offers five simple strategies for expanding your talent pool. 1. Develop Internal Talent Every recruiter is,... see more
How to Find Out What a Prospective Employer is Really Like
Work is one of our most significant commitments, and fulfilling work has the potential to provide great satisfaction. So, how would you dig deeper to find out if an prospective employer is as good as they say they are and offers what matters to you?