Several aspects of faculty hiring are considered: (1) the efficiency of the network approach in providing job applicants; (2) reaching women and minority applicants through the network system; and (3) the extent of the change in recruitment practices brought on by advertising. (Editor/LBH)

Discusses the difficulty parish catechetical coordinators face in recruiting volunteer religion teachers. Presents recommendations for successful recruiting: stable programs that are spoken of confidently; in-service formation of catechists; recruitment that is done by the entire parish; casting a wide net; and creating an environment welcoming…

Describes how the salary enhancement initiative was implemented within Head Start agencies. Presents findings on impact of increased salaries on recruitment and retention of qualified staff. Outlines challenges for implementing salary improvements, including determining the basis for financial reward. Makes recommendations regarding the funds…

This article considers the issue of recruitment of men into primary teaching, with particular reference to key stage one (for five to seven year olds) in England. The latest UK statistics reveal that there are 26,200 male primary teachers and 141,000 females. However, there are disproportionately greater numbers of male headteachers. The presence…

A questionnaire inquiring into faculty recruiting practices was sent to 219 institutions holding membership in the American Association of State Colleges and Universities. The 177 institutions that responded are grouped on a chart according to the regional accrediting association to which they belong. Questions covered: faculty-student ratio,…

Student expectations differ from those in other programs. A market of students is necessary to establish new programs, and former students will insure interest in on-going programs they found worthwhile. The success of a program may rest on securing good faculty. (AG)

Paper read at a meeting of the North Midlands Branch of the Institution of Training Officers, March 3, 1969.

Building a winning recruiting team is essential to the well being of virtually every organization. Putting together a great mix of people to represent an organization and bring in new talent can serve an organization well when competition is fierce or demand is down. (GCP)

Discusses the Peace Corps as offering temporary experience with lasting benefits for volunteers. Explains volunteer recruitment, the move from generalists to specialists, extrinsic skills being sought, the Peace Corps as preparation for careers, government employment, and benefits of service. Also discusses career counseling of returned volunteers…

Discusses shortage of nurses, improved compensation, and other benefits for nurses. Discusses effects of institutional reputation. Describes move to retention programs by nurse recruiters. Concludes image of nursing has developed into professional status. (ABL)

The success of family placement schemes depends largely on the recruitment of suitable people who are willing to offer placements in their own home yet little research has been undertaken of their characteristics and the reasons for their involvement. Thirty providers of family based placements to adult persons with intellectual disabilities were…

With the forthcoming retirement of school foodservice directors, the increasing pressures faced by employees at home and work, and the financial constraints of school districts, recruiting and retaining skilled and diverse employees will be challenging. Marketing work/life benefits to potential employees and supporting these policies to current…

This paper considers whether high schools in competitive environments use grade inflation to attract and retain families, perhaps in addition to more constructive responses. Two measures of grade inflation are used: the cutoffs used by each school to assign a letter grade to a percent score; and high school GPA after controlling for test scores, a…

Staffing each classroom with an effective teacher is the most important function of a school district. Doing so requires strategic personnel policies and smart practices. The National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), working with its local partner, the Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education, undertook an analysis of the Boston Public…