DNA Talent Assessment Recruiter Checklist

This article is for anyone involved in the hiring and team-building process: Leaders, Human Resources, and Consultants

This article is for anyone involved in the hiring and team-building process:

  1. Leaders – making strategic decisions to determine whether a candidate is a fit for a position on their team
  2. Human Resources – required to develop and oversee the processes for filling a position on a team
  3. Consultants - who are working with Leaders and Human Resources on recruiting needs

Common Questions: 

In asking the key question - Is this candidate fit to be hired? - These questions cover key aspects of a candidate's suitability for a position, helping leaders, HR managers, and consultants make informed decisions during the talent assessment and recruitment process. The specific questions asked may vary based on the organization's needs and the nature of the job.

  1. How well does the candidate align with our company culture and values?
  2. Does the candidate possess the specific skills and competencies required for the job?
  3. What excites the candidate about this role and our organization?
  4. Does the candidate have the personality and behavior to work effectively in a team?
  5. How does the candidate respond to change and adapt to new situations?
  6. What approach does the candidate take when making important decisions?
  7. How well can the candidate articulate their thoughts and ideas?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Solution Overview: 

One of the best ways to ensure an effective candidate assessment process is to create a framework or checklist that you can follow for all job requisitions. The DNA Talent Assessment Recruiter process allows you to screen inbound applicants quickly, fairly, and effectively.

Talent Assessment Recruiter Decision Aid                                                                                                        

  1. The goal is to have a definitive Yes/No answer.
  2. A "Yes" definitely promotes the candidate.
  3. A "No" means a definite No, or there are reservations.
  4. A "No" can trigger more research, probing, or consideration by the organization.

Sub-Decision Framework                                                                                                                                                                              

The decision aid includes a specific sub-decision framework, with each of the five sub-questions requiring a Yes or No answer. If there is a "No" at any point, that indicates that the role cannot be benchmarked for use in the hiring process or more work is required before a “Yes” answer can be given.                                                                                                                                                   

  1. Does this candidate have a Cultural Fit?
  2. Does this candidate have a Behavioral Fit for the role?
  3. Does this candidate have a Cognitive Fit for the role?
  4. Does this candidate have a Competent (technical) Fit for the role?
  5. Does the candidate have a suitable Background for the role?

Talent Assessment Recruiter Decision Aid

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