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Introduction<\/h2>\n
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When carried out correctly, layers of candidate screening during the HR hiring process can eliminate a large number of unsuitable applicants without the need for a traditional interview. This both streamlines and increases the effectiveness of the employment process.<\/p>\n

Not only does this save time before employment, candidate screening can also be responsible for finding candidates who are more likely to be engaged in their employment. Plum<\/a> states that, although resumes are able to show a candidate's past achievements, a good screening can demonstrate their work ethic, personality and potential. "More often than not, education and past work experience are byproducts of circumstances and luck."<\/p>\n

By utilizing screening therefore, not only does the process become much more manageable and less time-consuming, but it can succeed in more reliably producing employees with a 51% lower turnover and 18% greater productivity<\/a>.<\/p>\n

So, let's get started with the process of screening a potential candidate for HR.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

(Sources: plum.io<\/a>, work.chron.com<\/a> & icims.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Initial Resume Screening:<\/h2>\n<\/section>\n
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Look for the minimum requirements<\/h2>\n
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Once the candidate has applied<\/strong>, you can begin to assess their suitability for the position. The first and most basic thing to look for in their resume is that they meet the minimum requirements<\/strong> for the position being filled. These can be checked in the job description if needed, however the applicant should be removed from the screening process if these minimum requirements are not met<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

For example, if the minimum requirements of a Human Resource Manager are:<\/p>\n