Expanding a Client’s Talent Recruitment Sourcing Options via SearchLab (CIR & ACIR)

Scenario: A client came to us with a goal of expanding their Talent sourcing options. Before training they used only two platforms for sourcing talent and did not find the volume of leads needed. One challenge was that carving out two days for training was difficult. In support of their needs and time constraints we delivered a customized solution, delivered training in one day, and focused on specific search examples for names and leads in tech in the Government and Defense industry. The training provided time for practice and mastery of search techniques that expanded their resources and access to potential candidate contact information.  Attendees also had access to resources for continued support and self-paced learning after class. At the end of the training event, all of the client attendees felt the time spent was valuable. Each person was successful in passing both CIR and ACIR exams. Beyond their newly earned credentials they also have verified the ability to effectively source names and leads for cleared professionals from across the web.

Executive Summary

There are many “tools” in the Talent Acquisition professional’s toolbox. Even with these tools, many organizations are challenged with inadequate candidate flow across roles. That was the challenge presented to AIRS by a client in the Government Contracting space that needed technical candidates with security clearances. That’s where our Advanced SearchLab class became a solution for this client. This training curriculum helps recruiting teams learn and experiment with a variety of sourcing techniques to fill current and future openings.  Attendees were also qualified to pass both CIR (Certified Internet Recruiter) and ACIR (Advanced Certified Internet Recruiter) certification exams, demonstrating their expertise.

This overview highlights how AIRS helped the Recruitment Professionals for this client expand their sourcing options and use the whole of the searchable web when looking for leads.

The Challenge

A client, whose main talent sourcing efforts focused on technical talent that has (or can earn) a government security clearance, needed support in expanding their talent pools. This client currently utilizes only two sources of candidates. The client needed a customized training experience that would expand their sourcing capabilities, increase the quality of the candidates and drive efficiency in their process and time to fill open roles. They required an instructor-led training event, delivered in one day, that effectively covered all necessary material to successfully complete the certification exams and be ready for practical application of sourcing techniques.

The AIRS Solution

In consulting directly with the client, the AIRS team was able to identify the best curriculum and design a custom training solution that leveraged a flexible learning model. This custom solution allowed the attendees to complete the course within their time constraint, while also offering lifetime access to AIRS online resources for continued learning and practice. The instructor-led training focused on practical application and personalized feedback to each attendee.

• Live Instructor Led Training: The delivery of a live class provided the ability to discuss the intention behind different recruitment sourcing techniques, nuances to expect from each strategy, practice time, in the moment coaching and strategy exploration.
• Digital Content: The Trainer was able to direct the focus on the “must know” techniques. Leaving additional advanced techniques available for attendees to review digital, self-guided content for continued learning and support. Lifetime access to the Training materials is provided as well as unlimited “office hours” support. Office hours are available for all AIRS Attendees to offer one-on-one learning and support.
• Getting Certified: All client attendees passed both CIR & ACIR Exams. Certifications validate that attendees have mastered the curriculum and can apply the lessons learned to talent sourcing scenarios across industries and levels. These certifications help showcase that AIRS Certified Recruiting professionals have the knowledge to go above and beyond the usual websites when needed. Before training with AIRS, this client used only two websites. After class, they know how to leverage the entire searchable web in new and creative innovative ways.

Why AIRS for Your Organization?

AIRS helps empower talent acquisition professionals to become experts by equipping them to excel in tasks directly related to their recruitment activities. By integrating cutting-edge solutions, AIRS helps clients enhance efficiency and strengthen their competitive edge in the talent market.

Elevate your recruiting strategy and contact AIRS at AIRS@adp.com or visit AIRS Training | Industry Leading Training to learn how AIRS can help your organization learn to locate and hire top talent.

Disclaimer: This overview references an organization to illustrate AIRS’ and Advanced SearchLab’s impact without identifying a specific company, in compliance with confidentiality requirements.