As an employer, you’re probably bombarded with applicants, maybe more than you can handle. But do you know how these job seekers found you or what the best channels are to reach them? How do you guide your recruitment marketing decisions? What information are you using to understand your job seekers social preferences?

There is certainly general research in our…

Member company Vantiv is the nation's largest PIN debit acquirer (The Nilson Report, March 2013) and one of the nation's fastest growing technology firms. You might not realize it, but they've driven many of the changes that prompted the shift from cash to electronic payments.

Vantiv is also an innovator when it comes to customization and social media recruiting.…

DirectEmployers was fortunate to have Rob Dromgoole, Director of Recruiting for Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), present at the 2014 Meeting & Conference in Washington, D.C. earlier this year. With over 17 years of experience, he definitely knows his stuff and has incredible industry insight. Check out this video from an interview with Rob to hear his perspective on OFCCP compliance, social media, My.jobs and…

DirectEmployers 2013 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAM13) included a recruitment track with talent acquisition professionals from a variety of companies including the American Heart Association, Intel, Life Technologies and Fidelity Investments. Sessions covered a wide spectrum of topics, such as the changing face of social media, veteran hiring and improving the client experience of both hiring managers and candidates. If you weren't able to make our event, you’re in luck as we’ve…

This is the second part of a blog interview with EEOC attorney Edward Loughlin. Read part one.

Are there any steps for damage control if someone such as an employee is saying disparaging remarks on social media about your…

An interview with EEOC attorney Edward Loughlin on how employers can mitigate risk on social media.

The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) can be synonymous with discrimination charges, enforcement and litigation. But an interview EEOC Senior Trial Attorney Edward Loughlin showed us…

It's been awhile since I've posted but I'm excited to be back and share insights with the community. This post was actually provided to DirectEmployers by Claudia Allen, writer and editor at the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). NACE connects campus recruiting and career services professionals, and provides best practices, trends, research, professional development, and…

Niche microsites offer great results for large and small companies alike to showcase their recruitment brand and reach job seekers in a highly targeted and many times less trafficked environment.

Here are 5 companies that have taken advantage of niche microsites and optimized their outreach to job seekers with extremely specific searches:

Room To Be Yourself - Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG)…

In this episode:

• Dedication of NLX Operations Committee to help employers, states and job seekers
• Member involvement in the NLX Operations Committee
• Goals of NLX Operations Committee

In this episode:

• Unparalleled Resources in Recruitment
• NASWA and DirectEmployers Relationship Explained
• NLX Operations Committee

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• Members making a difference in the lives of teens
• U.S. Department of Labor backing Summer Jobs USA

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• April 6th conference at The National Press Club
• Place to find jobs for military transitioning to civilian life
• Survey for those who served in the military

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• 30 of 50 employers recognized as “vet-friendly” on GIjobs.com are MEMBERS
• Where to find local service representatives
• A publication for those transitioning from military to civilian life

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• Coca-Cola makes strides in diversity
• World of Wheels debut
• 2011 Annual Conference Host City

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• Coverage on current events
• Employers making a difference
• Online community – Pipeline

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• Coverage on The .jobs Universe
• New domains in .jobs
• What employers are saying about .jobs
• A .jobs success story

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A DirectEmployers Association video blog.

In this episode: 

• Diversity and Inclusion
• Cari Dominguez (former EEOC chair)
• Companies making a difference

Improving military outreach and hiring is a common thread of discussion amongst talent acquisition professionals, many companies seek more information to effectively reach and hire this extremely talented and disciplined population.

To provide employers with additional insights and resources, the Staffing Management Association of Greater Chicago hosted a “Military Talent Programs: Best Practices Panel Discussion” earlier this month.…