Building a dependable workforce and hiring reliable employees is crucial because you cannot micromanage every detail of your employees’ day. Dependability allows you to focus on more vital tasks like growth and development. With a reliable workforce, you have high trust within your team. Knowing how to hire a dedicated employee is a skill.

 Steps for Finding Dependable Employees

Assess the Needs of Your Business 

You cannot begin to build a dependable workforce until you know about the needs of your business and where the talent gaps are in your company. A job analysis can help to identify the skills, knowledge, education, abilities, and experience the ideal candidate should have to perform a specific job. For you, the challenge is determining the level of work experience needed. Analyze the position and determine how an employee can effectively execute it.  

Create the Job Description 

To attract qualified and reliable employees, craft an accurate job description. For the details of the narrative, ask yourself questions such as: 

• What duties will the role entail? 
• What skills, education, and experience will the person need to succeed? 
• Where will the employee work, and what hours will they work? 
• What tools, software, or technology resources will the employee receive?
• Is travel required? 

The more detailed the description, the more likely you will attract eager, qualified applicants who want your business to succeed.  

Find Qualified Applicants 

You now understand what the job entails. Now, what about the process of attracting top candidates? Try to use a comprehensive strategy from a variety of sources. Listen to employee referrals about who your current employees might consider a good fit. Use online job postings, networking, past candidates, and advertising on your company website.  

Interview Applicants 

After you identify your candidates, have a planned interview strategy. An initial submission will help you weed out underqualified applicants. Follow up with a comprehensive interview, which includes a mix of questions to gauge a potential fit. Keep your candidates in the loop and tell them when they can expect to hear from you. Get feedback from all involved to help you decide your next steps.  

Background and Reference Checks 

Once you narrow down to your top candidate, extend a contingent job offer subject to a background check. Verify information on the resume, such as educational credentials and prior work experience—contact references. 

Select the Candidate With Your Desired Qualities 

When you hire, think about the right fit for your culture instead of just thinking about how a new employee can enhance it. This new employee is an opportunity to strengthen your workforce, so look for candidates with the experience your business lacks.  

Extending the Offer 

A thorough interview process will help you and your team select a reliable candidate with the right qualifications and values for your business.  

Building a dependable workforce begins with reliable employees. If you need dedicated workers for your business now, let the professional recruiters at the Covelo Group help you meet your unique staffing needs.