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Workforce Diversity:
Recruiting and Retaining a Diverse Workforce
Caroline BarlowMSAJan RosholtParametrixSandra Pedigo-MarshallPierce CountyKandace ThomasPierce CountySlide2
Presentation Outline
Diversity vs. Affirmative Action
Presented by: Kandace Thomas The Importance of Workforce DiversityPresented by: Sandra Pedigo-MarshallRecruiting a Diverse WorkforcePresented by: Jan RosholtRetaining a Diverse WorkforcePresented by: Caroline BarlowQuestionsSlide3
Diversity vs. Affirmative Action
Kandace Thomas
Supervisor Administrative ServicesPierce County Public Works and UtilitiesSlide4
What is Diversity?
Diversity is a commitment to
recognizing and appreciating the variety of characteristics that make individuals unique in an atmosphere that promotes and celebrates individuals’ collective achievements.Slide5
Affirmative Action Program
Employment programs required
by federal statutes and regulations designed to remedy discriminatory practices in hiring minority group members; commonly based on population percentages of minority groups in a particular area. Factors considered are race, color, sex, creed, and age.Slide6
Demographics
%Minorities
Administrators ProfessionalsTechniciansClericalSkilled craftMaintenance Source: US Census Bureau 2010Pierce County EEO records 2013
Pierce County
2010
Public Works
2013
13%
6%
12%
18%
12%
11%
15%
12%
12%
10%
15%
11%Slide7
Demographics
%Women
Administrators ProfessionalsTechniciansClericalSkilled craftMaintenance Source: US Census Bureau 2010Pierce County2010
Public Works
2013
34%
22%
54%
38%
44%
24%
77%
92%
10%
4%
14%
11%
Source: US Census Bureau 2010
Pierce County EEO records 2013Slide8
What is the Difference?
Diversity:
Diversity approaches the concept of inclusiveness through promotion, awareness, and accountability.Affirmative Action:Employment program required by federal statues and regulation used as an attempt to equalize opportunities for minorities and women and to rid discrimination.Slide9
A Diverse Nation
Our nation and workforces are
both becoming more diverse. More people of color and women are entering the public works industry.Individuals of different sexual orientation are making vital contributions to our economy, while being increasingly open about who they are.Generational gaps – the trend of people living longer and retiring later, resulting in four distinct generations working side by side.Slide10Slide11
The Importance of Workforce Diversity
Sandra Pedigo-Marshall
Strategic Business ManagerPierce County Public Works Slide12
Why is Diversity important in the Workplace?
Imagine if you put all the extroverts together. Everyone is talking, but no body is listening. (By contrast,) with a team of (nothing but) introverts, you can hear the clock ticking on the wall. ~
Professor John Hollenbeck, Effective Management - a multimedia approach, 4th editionSlide13
“I didn’t know that I could apply for that position.”
~ to remain anonymousSlide14
A diverse team brings together a broad spectrum of talents and are better equipped to creatively solve problems
Diversify Your TeamSlide15
Advantages of Workplace Diversity:
Increased productivity
Adds a competitive edge Improved staff loyalty and retentionSlide16
Advantages of Workplace Diversity:
Attract new customers, employees, and business partners
Reduced litigation expenses and discrimination lawsuitsBusinesses that embrace diversity have a more solid footing in the marketplace than othersSlide17
Recruiting
a Diverse Workforce
Jan RosholtSenior ConsultantParametrixSlide18
What are the trends?
Racial and Ethnic Diversity
Decreasing Labor Force RateRetirements and Aging PopulationSlide19
Who is the best candidate?
Agency/service
area to mirror your community’s demographicsInvest in Young ProfessionalsSlide20
Where do you find candidates?
Partnerships with local community
colleges and technical schoolsCareer Days eventsProject Lead the Way/STEM curriculumSlide21
How Do You Recruit with Diversity?
Cast a broad net
Social mediaWord of mouthStudent internshipsSlide22
Retaining
a Diverse Workforce
Caroline Barlow, P.E.Associate Civil EngineerMurray, Smith & Associates, Inc. Everett,
Washington
APWA Washington State ChapterSlide23
Strategy to Retain a Diverse Workforce
Commitment to diversify
Offer mentoring and trainingSupport upward mobilityAvoid “tokenism”Be open mindedRespect different experiencesSlide24
Commitment
to
DiversifyInvolve all staffSurvey and interview across demographicsDetermine employee needsCreate and implement strategic plan for retentionFollow throughSlide25
Mentoring & Training
Mentoring
Support new employees beyond the first weekShare experiences and serve as a sounding boardTrainingcross-cultural teamwork to help staff work well togetherunderstanding and empathy of different points of viewDon’t assume training needs – ask!Slide26
Support
upward
mobilityMake promotion opportunities transparent and open to diverse applicants – not just hierarchalProvide leadershipand career developmenttrainingSlide27
Avoid “tokenism”
Encourage involvement on committees or in decision-making groups based on employees interests and strengths, not their diversitySlide28
Be open-minded
Don’t assume that “the way it’s always been” is the best way
Find out what is working and what is notNew ideas and perspectives can bring innovation and solve problemsSlide29
Respect differences
Recognize that culture and values of other people are just as valid and important to them as yours are to you Slide30
Questions?Slide31
References
Thompson, George. “Strategies for Retaining Diverse Employees.” Diversitycouncil.org. Web. 26 March 2014
“Retaining a Diverse Staff: Techniques that Work in a Multicultural Organization.” Hcareers.com. Web. 26 March 2014Lieberman, Simma. “Moving Beyond the Numbers: How to Recruit and Retain a Diverse Workforce.” simmalieberman.com. Web. 26 March 2014Slide32
References
“Ten Keys to Successful Diversity Recruiting.” Diverse Workplace, Inc. 2003
“Preparing the Workers of Today for the Jobs of Tomorrow.” Executive Office of the President Council of Economic Advisers, July 2009“The State of Diversity in Today’s Workforce.” Center for American Progress, July 2012“Analysis and Benchmarking of Recruitment and Hiring Practices of State Departments of Transportation.” Barbara T. Harder, B. T. Harder, Inc., as requested by American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), November 29, 2006Special thanks to Humberto R. Martinez, National Construction Career Day Center, FHWA-retired