Does anyone know the logic behind the number of openings that are posted ‘External Only’?
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regardless of whether a prior internal post failed to yield any viable internal candidates, most roles are also posted by recruiters on external sites simultaneously as no recruiter would be doing their job properly by potential missing out on any qualified applicants period. with incumbency restrictions, a qualified internal candidate may not have been able to apply during the first search window, but may have been available during the second window.
any external post should always be made available to all employees and without restrictions, e.g. digital and IT being the most egregious offenders.
I love the postings that contain nothing more than a title and a description that says “external candidates only.” Nice job HR.
I have applied for positions that would be lateral moves to other states. So same position, different location. I made it clear I will pay for my own relocation. I work express claims. My numbers are good, no issues. These positions are open internally and externally. Each time I get a "thank you but we think there are more suitable candidates for this position". WTF? I'm already doing the job so how can someone off the street that has to go through training be more suitable?
Can anyone explain the thought process behind these decisions?
That generally means the position was already posted internally and wasn't filled. My area had an open position for months and no qualified applicants. Then it was posted externally to try to land someone outside the organization. At that time, it was no longer open to current employees. That's when our position finally was filled. He's a great resource and we're glad to have him.
https://features.propublica.org/ibm/ibm-age-discrimination-american-workers/
Is this true? That is just wrong and speaks to the fact that it’s not about the cost it’s about the people.
Does it also mention an age maximum? I am going to go take a look and see if this post is true.
imho, the hiring team does not believe that the home-grown nature of the majority of state farm's employee base provides sufficient rigor for the real world skills needed to succeed. a bad stereotype that shuts down any employee that may have related or direct experience (sans specific degree or certification) that knows the industry and company needs, which are quite complex. outsiders typically think they know better then everyone else in their department, or if they have any awareness, end up a deer caught in headlights if they get a whiff of how much they don't know. either way, they demoralize everyone else around them.
My guess would be they can pay then less?
I was wondering the same thing! Why would they not consider internal applicants given the current environment?