Things You'll Need:
- File Folders
- Locking File Cabinets
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Step 1
Determine what jobs you need done and what skills are needed.
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Step 2
Write precise job descriptions, including duties and skill requirements.
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Step 3
Conduct salary surveys among similar businesses in comparable locations to determine how much to budget for salaries.
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Step 4
Advertise in appropriate media. Ask friends, family and associates for recommendations. If you need generalists, place employment ads in local newspapers. If you need specialists, consider advertising in trade publications or other specialized media, including job fairs and the Internet.
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Step 5
Consider using an employment service. An agency can help you write job descriptions, put together an employee manual, devise a benefits package, and screen applicants.
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Step 6
Interview carefully. Focus on the applicant's qualifications, track record, attitude and demeanor.
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Step 7
Bring others into the interview process. Ask the applicant to meet with several managers so that you can get others' impressions.
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Step 8
Check references and employment history. Many employers also ask that applicants agree to credit-history checks and drug screenings.
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Step 9
Put your offer in writing, spelling out the job description, hours, salary, benefits, vacation and sick time and other pertinent details.
