Competency selection tool

BSBHRM402A

Recruit, select and induct staff

Determine job descriptions

Clarify time lines and requirement for appointment

Assist with preparation of job descriptions which accurately reflect the role requirements in accordance with organisational procedures and legislation, codes and national standards and occupational health and safety (OHS) considerations

Consult with relevant personnel about job descriptions

Ensure that job descriptions do not contravene legislative requirements

Obtain approvals to advertise position

Plan for selection

Advertise vacancies for staffing requirements in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

Consult with relevant personnel to convene selection panel and to develop interview questions

Short list applicants

Ensure that interview questions do not breach legislative requirements

Schedule interviews and advise relevant personnel of times, dates and venues

Assess and select applicants

Participate in interview process and assess candidates against agreed selection criteria

Discuss assessment with other selection panel members

Correct any biases or deviations from agreed procedures and negotiate for preferred candidate

Contact referees for referee reports

Prepare selection report and make recommendations to senior personnel for appointment

Advise unsuccessful candidates of outcomes and respond to any queries

Complete all necessary documentation in accordance with organisational procedures

Secure agreement of preferred candidate

Appoint and induct successful candidate

Provide successful candidate with employment contract and other documentation

Advise managers and staff of starting date and make necessary administrative arrangements for pay and employee record keeping

Advise manager and work team of new appointment

Arrange induction in accordance with organisational policy