An efficient and effective hiring process is a step-by-step process for hiring a new employee, whereby an organization identifies its talent needs, recruits from its talent pool and eventually hires the most qualified candidates. Most companies have their own hiring processes. What follows are the most common steps in the hiring process across industry and regardless of company size. Keep in mind, however, that the specific details of the hiring process are unique to each company.

1. Identify the hiring need.     2. Devise A Recruitment Plan.     3. Write a job description.     4. Advertise the Position.     5. Recruit the Position.     6. Review Applications.     7. Phone Interview / Initial Screening.     8. Interviews.     9. Applicant Assessment.     10. Background Check.     11. Decision.     12. Reference Check.    13. Job offer.     14. Hiring.     15. Onboarding.

A detailed hiring process is a necessary element for organizational success. Devising and implementing a consistent hiring plan will help optimize your ability to identify the strongest candidate while also create a clear understanding of your hiring process in the event you need to improve it. Moreover, hiring does not end with a signed offer letter. The transition from the accepted letter through the onboarding process and into the early period of employment are vital to long-term organizational growth.