Simultaneous Recruitment Process (Internal and External)‌ Sample Clauses

Simultaneous Recruitment Process (Internal and External)‌. Simultaneous internal and external recruitment processes may be undertaken when, at the sole discretion of the Employer, an accelerated hiring process is required. When simultaneous internal and external recruitment occurs, qualified internal candidates will be interviewed prior to conducting interviews of qualified external candidates (if any). The following are shared goals by the Union and the Employer: • To recruit for and select qualified applicants (internal or external) who best meet the job requirements; • To achieve and sustain a racially and ethnically diverse staff; • To achieve and sustain diversity with specific attention to gender, covered veterans and individuals with disabilities; • To recognize and assure that current employee’s skills, abilities and relevant experience are fully considered when applying for vacant or new positions; • To assist current employees in skill and career development through CCS University and relevant trainings; • To consider and accommodate current employee requests for lateral transfers when available; and • To consider, when offered, individual and team members input regarding desirable expertise/job- related skills (including interpersonal) and competencies when filling vacancies.