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2K ARKANSAS CAREER CONNECTIONS SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2020 • ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT TO THE ARKANSAS DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE HOWTO ENCOURAGE DIVERSITY INTHEWORKPLACE
To help foster a dynamic work environment, hiring managers should consider a wide range of individuals from various backgrounds when selecting interview candidates.
The commitment to developing and managing a diverse staff begins during the hiring process.
Businesses can benefit from interview- ing candidates from differing backgrounds and experiences. Start by working with a human resources department to focus on metrics that entice a diverse group of applicants.
Whether one oversees a large or small workforce, building diversity will take time. It requires analyzing job postings, employees and hiring methods. Here are some tips from Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences that show how to increase inclusion efforts in the workforce.
IMPORTANCE OF RECRUITING
Recruiting a diverse team is crucial to the sustainability and growth in the workplace. A variety of employees from different cultures improves varying knowledge, communication and approaches to decisions. Analyze how the company’s job postings are
portraying the business and adjust it to promote a diverse work culture.
“The Department of Human Services believes it is critical to provide em- ployees the opportunity to enhance their professional and personal knowledge so we offer an array of free learning opportunities aimed at building and advancing professional, technological, and leadership skills,” said Damian Hicks, chief of Human Resources at the Arkansas Department of Human Services. “These opportunities help DHS attract and keep high quality employees to work professionally and effectively to serve our clients, the citizens of Arkansas.”
Consider taking these steps to increase your brand’s reputation for valuing differences.
• Highlight employee achievements on social media.
• Re-brand the company’s website and mission statement.
• Create an accepting work atmosphere.
ADVERTISING FEATURE
COOPERTIRE & RUBBER CO.
The employees of Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. believe that everyone deserves to travel through life’s journeys with confidence. It’s also why Cooper’s Texarkana plant has been a fixture in the community for more than 50 years and continues to be a dynamic part of the community today.
As one of the area’s leading employ- ers, Cooper is a place where a variety of career options and employment oppor- tunities attract highly skilled and expe- rienced professionals, as well as those newly entering the work force.
“At Cooper, we are people-focused and value teamwork,” said Tom Cullins, plant manager. “We strive for excellence in all we do and are relentless about improvement. We have an engaged and winning culture, and I’m really proud of the team at this plant.”
Positions are currently open for those without formal postsecondary educa- tion, as well as those with technical degrees or experience in the skilled trades. In particular, Cooper is looking
for production workers, engineers and employees with skilled trades.
Every day, Cooper employees make quality tires — tires that travel on trips to Grandma’s and to the grocery store, through family vacations and on long- haul shipping runs. Cooper and its tires connect the community and the world.
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. is com- mitted to employees by offering a vari- ety of high-quality benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance; 401(k) investment plans; life insurance; health savings accounts; paid holidays; paid vacations; and more.
For more information, to view job open- ings or to apply, visit the company’s website coopertirecareers.com.
City of Bryant is hiring for the following positions:
Equipment Operator I - Streets $24,537 - $30,672 Equipment Operator II - Streets $25,891 - 32,363 Utility Worker I - Wastewater $27,244 - $34,054 Utility Worker I - Water $27,244 - $34,054 Wastewater Operator $27,244 - $34,054
The City of Bryant offers a comprehensive benefits package, strong retirement options & paid time off for full time employees.EOE
To apply visit www.cityofbryant.com For assistance call 501-943-0999