A comprehensive guide to the interview evaluation method for nonprofit hiring panels. Covers structured behavioral interviewing, the STAR method, 1-5 scoring scales, bias reduction techniques, and best practices for calibration sessions.


A comprehensive guide to the interview evaluation method for nonprofit hiring panels. Covers structured behavioral interviewing, the STAR method, 1-5 scoring scales, bias reduction techniques, and best practices for calibration sessions.
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As a recruiter for the nonprofit sector, I often find that candidates see my role as one of a sentinel hired to prevent them from gaining even just a glimpse at a dream job opportunity. But, it doesn’t have to be that way! By understanding the roles and relationships of all participants in the job search process, everyone can benefit. In my next post, I’ll address how clients can best work with a recruiter. Today’s focus is on the relationship between the recruiter and the candidate.