Industrial and Organizational Psychology - Recruiting and Interviewing

These flashcards focus on key concepts and terminology related to the recruiting and interviewing processes in the field of Industrial and Organizational Psychology.

Human Resource Department (HR)

Department that can save organizations money through proper employee selection.

Recruitment

The process of exploring ways to attract and select employees.

Media Advertisements

Public promotions for jobs, including newspaper ads, electronic media, and job vacancy notices.

Blind Box

Recruitment method where a company does not disclose its name to avoid public awareness.

Employee Referrals

Recruitment method where current employees refer candidates, often incentivized financially.

Job Fair

Events where multiple organizations provide information to job seekers at the same location.

Valid Selection Techniques

Methods that reduce legal challenges and are cost-effective in hiring.

Structured Interview

An interview format with predetermined questions based on job analysis, resulting in standardized scoring.

Unstructured Interview

An interview format with no predetermined questions and varied applicant responses.

Direct Mail Recruitment

Mass mailings used to reach passive job seekers not actively searching for jobs.