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Develop and implement strategies to source and assess candidates

Develop and implement strategies to source and assess candidates

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBEMS402
State Code
AUJ87
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
080303 - Human Resource Management
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and implement strategies to source candidates and to assess their suitability for available positions.It applies to individuals working in a support role in an employment services agency. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Develop strategies to source candidates
  • 1.1 Undertake research to identify potential candidate channels
  • 1.2 Identify a range of strategies to assist in sourcing candidates
  • 1.3 Review and evaluate strategies for effectiveness
  • 1.4 Develop advertisement copy to align with client requirements, job specifications and place accordingly to attract candidates
2 Screen and interview potential candidates
  • 2.1 Undergo preliminary screening with candidates in a fair and equitable manner, in compliance with relevant legislation
  • 2.2 Organise and conduct interviews and employment appraisal assessments in accordance with organisational policy and best practice
  • 2.3 Undertake general assessment of raw skills as required, depending on the position
  • 2.4 Obtain additional information from candidates as required
3 Assess and select candidates
  • 3.1 Conduct assessment and selection process in accordance with organisational policy and legislative requirements, and in consultation with the client
  • 3.2 Judge information obtained from each candidate against specified selection criteria and note any additional influencing factors
  • 3.3 Align candidate suitability to specific client requirements and job specifications, in consultation with the client
  • 3.4 Prepare selection recommendations for the client and document in accordance with organisational procedures
4 Manage candidate outcomes
  • 4.1 Inform all candidates of selection decisions in a timely manner
  • 4.2 Provide feedback to unsuccessful candidates
  • 4.3 Provide successful candidate with briefing and coaching for interview with client
  • 4.4 Negotiate placements with candidate and client
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0698 BSBEMS402B Develop and implement strategies to source and assess candidates Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCF90 BSBHRM415 Coordinate recruitment and onboarding Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AYZ9 CHC41115 Certificate IV in Employment Services Qualification
AVT3 BSB41015 Certificate IV in Human Resources Qualification