Now, more than ever, it is vital for recruiters for find and hire the right talent. With many companies downsizing due to the poor economy it can be a “buyers market” for talent – but let the buyer beware – you may be investing in another companies’ B or C list players!

So as a recruiter how do you tip the odds in your favor? Here are a few suggestions:

• Make sure you have performed a thorough job analysis so you know the knowledge, skills, and attributes you are looking for in your candidates.
• Consider using validated assessments to check for personality traits and potential derailers.
• Look for career motivation and culture fit with the organization.
• Be extra vigilant about following up on references.
• Check out social media sites (Facebook, Plaxo, LinkedIn, etc) for any additional information on the candidate.

You may find it beneficial to seek out the advice of an I/O psychologist who can advise on the finer points of assessing candidates for job and organizational culture fit. You can find I/O psychology consultants who are covered by the ethical standards of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology at the following web site http://www.siop.org/tab_default/findconsultant_default.aspx.

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