Unit of competency Outline
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Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff
Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff
Unit of competency
National Code
BSBHRM405
BSBHRM405
State Code
AUK08
AUK08
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
080303 - Human Resource Management
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to execute tasks associated with the recruitment cycle and apply in-depth knowledge of the work of the organisation, and how recruitment and selection practices fit with other human resources functions.This unit applies to individuals who support recruitment, selection and induction functions under the direction of a human resource manager.No licensing, legislative, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan for recruitment
- 1.1 Obtain approval to fill position, clarify time lines and requirement for appointment
- 1.2 Assist in preparing job descriptions that accurately reflect the role requirements, according to organisational policies and procedures, legislation, codes, national standards and work health and safety (WHS) considerations
- 1.3 Consult with relevant personnel about job descriptions and workforce strategy
- 1.4 Assist in ensuring that job descriptions comply with legislative requirements and reflect the organisation's requirements for a diverse workforce
- 1.5 Obtain approvals to advertise position
2 Plan for selection
- 2.1 Choose appropriate channels and technology to advertise vacancies and/or identify potential talent pool
- 2.2 Advertise vacancies for staffing requirements according to organisational policies and procedures
- 2.3 Consult with relevant personnel to convene selection panel and develop interview questions
- 2.4 Assist in ensuring that interview questions comply with legislative requirements
- 2.5 Assist in short-listing applicants
- 2.6 Schedule interviews and advise relevant people of times, dates and venues
3 Support selection process
- 3.1 Participate in interview process and assess candidates against agreed selection criteria
- 3.2 Discuss assessment with other selection panel members
- 3.3 Correct biases and deviations from agreed procedures and negotiate for preferred candidate
- 3.4 Contact referees for referee reports
- 3.5 Prepare selection report and make recommendations to senior personnel for appointment
- 3.6 Advise unsuccessful candidates of outcomes and respond to any queries
- 3.7 Secure preferred candidate's agreement
- 3.8 Complete necessary documentation according to organisational procedures, observing confidentiality and privacy requirements
4 Induct successful candidate
- 4.1 Provide successful candidate with employment contract and other documentation
- 4.2 Advise manager and work team of new appointment
- 4.3 Advise managers and staff of candidate's starting date and make necessary administrative arrangements for pay and employee record keeping
- 4.4 Arrange successful candidate's induction according to organisational policy
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF981 | BSBHRM405A | Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCF90 | BSBHRM415 | Coordinate recruitment and onboarding | Unit of competency |