Helping Lancaster nonprofits find the right people to fulfill their missions

Strong leadership is important to the success of any organization, but for nonprofits it is critical to pursuing their missions effectively. The right leadership can accelerate growth and success, while a not-quite-the-right fit can cause an organization to spin its wheels and struggle to reach its goals. A candidate might be a great choice for one organization, but a poor match with another.

In Lancaster and the surrounding area of central PA we have developed a specialty niche for helping nonprofits find senior leadership that is right for them and their mission and offer a methodology for finding the best possible fit for each organization. Here are several key ways we approach recruiting for nonprofits.

Customized candidate screening

It is common practice to prepare a standard set of questions for job candidates in order to compare answers and eliminate accidental bias. However, with executive recruiting for nonprofits we recommend an interview process that has questions customized for each candidate. This helps us focus on strengths and weaknesses that are specific to the individual person. This approach also helps us evaluate each candidate’s comprehension of our client’s culture and mission—not just being able to state it but to show an understanding or even a passion for the client’s principal focus.

Tapping into a deep network

Because we are steadily recruiting for positions in the nonprofit world, we have developed a deep network of connections that can both speed the process and identify potential candidates, who might not otherwise be considered. We are often aware of candidates who are not actively searching for a new position, but who are open to being approached.

Faster hiring cycle

Nonprofits are often hindered by a drawn-out hiring process. Involving stakeholders such as staff, board members, and even significant donors can add weeks or months to the hiring timeline and risks losing out on good candidates who accept another offer that comes more quickly. We can help accelerate the hiring process at several points, from recruiting a pool of candidates to initial screening and first interviews.

With staffing of many nonprofits running leaner than ever, there is little room for error in making a new hire. By asking personalized questions and focusing on candidates’ individual strengths and fit with the culture and mission of the organization, we have been able to identify ideal candidates for many nonprofits.

TriStarr has been providing clients in Pennsylvania with the right people for the job since 1989. Our Good People Guarantee ensures clients are satisfied with the person we find, or we will provide a suitable replacement or refund. Our services include administrative and professional staffing, recruiting, and executive search. Contact us today to learn more.