2024 Annual Report - Flipbook - Page 43
COUNTY GOVERMENT RECRUITMENT
In 2024, the Human Resources team continued its commitment to fair, ef fective,
and community-reflective hiring practices.
One of the most significant metrics we
monitor is TIME TO HIRE, which reflects
the ef ficiency and responsiveness of our
recruitment processes. This year, our time
to hire reached a peak of 183 days, a figure
influenced largely by roles placed on hold or
those deemed especially difficult to fill. In
response, we launched focused strategies
to streamline hiring workflows and address
recruitment bottlenecks. These efforts are
yielding results, with a downward trend now
in progress as we move steadily toward our
target of 90 days.
We emphasize equity, inclusivity, and
transparency in our recruitment practices.
Employment decisions are never based on
race, ethnicit y, gender, age, or any other
protected characteristic. Instead, our focus
remains on qualifications, competencies,
and alignment with organizational needs
and values. Impor tantly, our recruitment
data reflects a strong correlation between
the applicant pool and the demographics
of our community.
As SELF-IDENTIFICATION of race and
ethnicity becomes more normalized among job
applicants, we are gaining clearer insights into
who is applying and progressing through our
hiring processes.
How do applicants
self-identify?
(Percentages are approximate)
Among candidates
interviewed —
(Percentages are approximate)
Those extended
position offers —
(Percentages are approximate)
55% Black
30% White
50% Black
40% White
50% Black
40% White
The figures shown underscore our progress
in ensuring that all qualified individuals have
equitable access to employment opportunities, and that our workforce
reflects the diversity
of Charles County.
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