Address Program Needs with Talent Acquisition Strategies
Use talent acquisition to find the right person for the right position at the right time.
Human Resources Strategy
A program’s deliberately and carefully planned human resources (HR) strategy creates value for employees and for the children, families, and communities it serves.
Resources here can support Head Start programs as they audit their existing HR system, develop or improve their HR policies and procedures, and follow a plan to achieve their HR objectives.
Strategy Guide: Employee Engagement and Retention
Review best practices and the latest research on how to engage and retain employees.
Employing Values-based Recruitment in Hiring Practices
Explore how a values-based recruitment strategy can place organizational fit at the forefront of your hiring process.
9 Stages of the Employee Experience
Plan meaningful interactions, which fosters a sense of belonging and builds strong relationships between employees and the organization as a crucial part of the employee journey.
Acclimate New Hires Through Onboarding
Consider how a strategic onboarding process can help new hires cultivate relationships with their supervisors, coworkers, and others.
Whistleblower Protection Overview
Watch this webinar for information and training about whistleblower protections, who is protected, how retaliation investigations are conducted, and the role of agency contract and grant managers in the process.
Using Motivation-based Interview Techniques
Discover how motivation-based interviewing techniques can secure skilled employees who will engage in your agency’s success and stay at your program for years.
HR Matters
These animated videos describe HR best practices and related resources to support programs address personnel needs.
Analyzing Turnover and Retention
Use this sorting activity to analyze your programs turnover and retention metrics.
Supporting the Workforce: Stories from Head Start Programs
Watch these testimonials from programs across the country to discover strategies to better meet the needs of the Head Start workforce.