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1 Presentation by: Tom Gausvik, Associate Vice President for Human Resources Frank DiGiacomo, Senior Managing Director, UGA Search Group University of Georgia
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“In the U.S. the demand for externally sourced talent is increasing while traditional means of acquiring such talent—primarily executive search firms—are becoming less favorable options.” Corporate Leadership Council 2 Trends
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Difficulties in partnering with external search firms 30 to 60 percent failure rate Dispersion of resources over client base Duration of searches often longer than 6 months Lack time and incentive to immerse themselves in interests of UGA Lack understanding of UGA culture and source unsuitable candidates 3 Past UGA experiences with external searches
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Improve the quality of externally sourced candidates Reduce spending in searches Improve efficiency in sourcing quality candidates Intended to enhance performance outcomes, retention of externally hired candidates through our superior understanding of our culture, and job requirements. 4 Reasons UGA Implemented Internal Executive Search Capability
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Dedicated attention to internal constituency removes conflict of interest and responsiveness to problems common to external search firms; internal unit knows UGA needs intimately, unfettered by “off-limits” agreements or need to spread best candidates across multitude of client relationships Specialization in executive-level and key faculty talent, focus on individuals not currently seeking jobs distinguish our internal search group from methodology of other university/employer recruiting functions in general UGA’s internal executive search group has vested interest in any new executive or key academic leader or faculty member they help to hire; likelihood executives will (or will not) become future clients increases accountability 5 Key Differentiating Features of the UGA Executive & Faculty Search Group
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Unit Organization: EFSG located within UHR, reporting to Associate Vice President for Human Resources Unit Mission: EFSG focuses on vacancies in top 5% of UGA management, including vice presidents, their top reports; target population includes executives and academic leaders at peer and aspirational institutions, organizations with complementary core competencies Search Processes: EFSG typically takes 100 days to complete search; major process steps include search specifications, target identification and research, candidate assessment and presentation, client interviews, offer negotiation and closing 6 Internal Executive Search Group’s Practice Elements
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Organization Structure 7 Senior Director, University Search Group Sr. Executive Recruiter USG Operations Manager EFSG Coordinator Assoc VP/HR
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8 Pros and Cons to Internal Search Pros: Proximity to Client & Search Chair Knowledge of University culture Dedicated resource to UGA Cost effectiveness Relationship building for HR Cons: Abbreviated prep time New staff New process Limited resources
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9 Advantages of Internal Executive Recruiters Candidate Sourcing Advertising/Marketing Candidate Screening Client & Chair Contact Reference & Background Checking Recruiting Events Reporting/ Metrics
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Understanding parameters of search Staying abreast of trends and sources Knowledgeable of candidate pools Communicating w/ client & chair Maintain top talent lists Track and/or monitor search process Keep candidates informed at various stages of the process Knowledge of talent pools 10 Internal Accountability
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Cold sourcing of top talent “not-in-play” at peer & aspirational institutions Advertise (print and internet) HigherEdjobs.com; Chronicle of Higher Ed; Diverse; Hispanic Outlook; Women in Higher Education; HRweb Identify former leaders & top faculty who may qualify Initiate direct mail & e-mail campaign 11 Search Strategies
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Source subject matter experts Utilize key professional associations Identify and participate in related events Liaison with Alumni Career Services Liaison with Development Office 12 Search Strategies
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Internal Process 13 Aggressive 100-Day Search Timeline Search Specification and Strategy Development Candidate Identification and Assessment Evaluation and Search Status Search Committee Interviews and Follow- up Final Interviews and Hiring Initial Search Meeting Weeks 2 - 8Week 1Weeks 9 - 11 Weeks 12 -14
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Overview of position duties, responsibilities, expectations, salary range, benefits and perks Discussion with client, stakeholders, search chair What must the ultimate/successful candidate possess? Identify core competencies Outline process and timeline for search Identify role of the internal executive recruiter # of candidates deemed sufficient Pre-screening; video/teleconferencing Feedback mechanism to client & search chair 14 Internal Requirements
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Resources Access to appropriate senior decision makers Search committee availability Staffing Budget/Financial How will we handle the additional costs associated with search? Advertising Travel, Lodging, Meals for Candidates Telephone Calls (800 # & Long Distance) 15 Questions & Issues for Search
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