Which of the following actions should be taken first when a hiring manager sees very few qualified candidates among the pool that have met the pre-screening requirements?

The correct answer is A. Confirm accuracy of job descriptions. If qualified applicants aren't emerging, start by reviewing the job description to ensure it's not too narrow, outdated, or inaccurately reflecting the role. SPHR-level recruiting begins with "validating job criteria to ensure alignment with labor market and actual business needs

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AConfirm accuracy of job descriptions
BOpen position to greater audience
CTarget specific applicant pools
DSeek an increase in salary range

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A
74% (32)
B
5% (2)
C
14% (6)
D
7% (3)

Explanation

If qualified applicants aren't emerging, start by reviewing the job description to ensure it's not too narrow, outdated, or inaccurately reflecting the role. SPHR-level recruiting begins with "validating job criteria to ensure alignment with labor market and actual business needs."

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#recruitment process#job descriptions#candidate pool#pre-screening

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