Finding Employees during a Pandemic

 With all of the new regulations companies face and additional responsibilities HR professionals have added to their plate; hiring new employees might seem like the last thing that is on the to do list.  Even though many companies have temporarily shut down and many others have put hiring on hold, for some organizations it will be business as usual.  For those companies that are finding themselves needing new employees must find new ways to recruit and hire which will comply with legal and safety guidelines.

Most areas of the United States are practicing social distancing therefore bringing candidates into the workplace might not be a good idea.   The Coronavirus pandemic has forced many employers to conduct interviews virtually using Zoom, Skype and other media instead of face-to-face.  Before doing this; employers should make sure that the interviewer and the job applicant have the correct information to connect to the video or remote interview and that they are comfortable with the technology.  Being able to offer video interviews will be important. It’s quicker and more efficient, and after months of remote work or video conferencing, recruits will expect that to be an option. But managing a remote workforce requires more than just installing Zoom.

If you wait until your company comes back online to start trying to fill empty roles, you’ll lose valuable time (and talent). Until the economy allows people to get back to work in offices, you should be actively working to fill the roles you’ll need in the future.  You may have a lot of spots to fill when the economy starts running again, and that’s a daunting to-do at a time when you’re trying to get back up to speed as quickly as possible. You may need to fill some positions on a temp or interim basis.

It is good to have a partner that you can utilize to help you navigate these types of issues.  Questco is there to help you inspire your labor force through a plethora of HR Services such as: Payroll Services, Benefit Plans, Benefits Administration, HR Technology and Workers’ Comp & Safety Services.  Utilizing Questco’s vast experience, your company can thrive in today’s environment.

Charlie Reeves, Senior Business Development Manager, has decades of experience in Human Resource Solutions.  He is one of the most senior members at Questco and recognized for helping clients of all sizes save money, improve labor efficiency and provide the strongest support for HR Services.  As an entrepreneurs himself, he has lived the long days and sleepless nights on the road to success.  He brings the skill and scale to support you in the pursuit of your goals.  For more information on payroll services, benefit plans, benefits administration, HR technology, workers’ comp and safety services email Charlie.Reeves@questco.net or contact him directly at 936.521.5841.