Job Planning and Role Definition

Questions to Consider Before Hiring

This guide encourages employers to assess internal needs, budget and role clarity before starting the hiring process. It helps reduce rushed decisions and ensures alignment with strategic goals.

Preparing a Job Description

Outlines how to define job duties, expectations, and qualifications clearly and accurately. A strong job description lays the foundation for effective recruitment and employee performance.

Job Description Template

A fillable template to define position title, responsibilities, qualifications and physical demands. It streamlines job description creation for consistent use across roles.

Recruitment and Outreach

Creating a Job Posting

Guides employers on crafting engaging job postings that reflect company culture and highlight key benefits. It stresses the importance of inclusive language and transparency to attract top candidates.

Resources for Recruiting from Diverse Audiences

A comprehensive directory of programs and contacts for hiring youth, newcomers, persons with disabilities and Indigenous candidates. Includes wage subsidies, job-matching supports and regional partnerships across Saskatchewan.

Interviewing and Candidate Evaluation

Interviewing Best Practices

Outlines how to prepare, conduct and evaluate interviews fairly and legally. It emphasizes consistency, professionalism and aligning questions with job requirements.

Interview Questions Sample

Provides a categorized list of sample interview questions for assessing skills, experience and cultural fit. It helps interviewers structure meaningful and legally compliant conversations.

Candidate Interview Evaluation Template

A scoring template to rate candidates based on skills, fit, and overall impression. Supports objective and consistent evaluations across interviewers.

Selecting the Best Candidate

Helps employers assess final candidates for team compatibility, skill gaps and long-term fit. Encourages thoughtful decisions to avoid costly hiring mistakes.

References and Offers

Conducting Reference Checks

This guide explains how to conduct effective and respectful reference checks. It covers who to contact, what to ask and how to document findings legally.

Reference Check Form Template

A standard form for gathering detailed reference information about reliability, strengths and rehire potential. Ensures consistency and professionalism in the final vetting process.

Offering Employment

Outlines how to present a job offer clearly, including timelines, wages and working conditions. Includes seasonal hiring tips and a checklist for key components.

Candidate Communication and Brand Reputation

Regretting Unsuccessful Candidates

Provides scripts and guidance for notifying candidates who weren't selected, with special notes for internal applicants. Reinforces a positive employer brand and supports future engagement opportunities.