Consider Retirees to Fill Temporary & Part-Time Positions
A business is only as good as the employees who run it. That's why organizations spend an exorbitant amount of money hiring and training experienced and motivated workers and helping them achieve designated goals. Unfortunately, many businesses are experiencing staff shortages that stop them from reaching their desired potential. Companies have struggled to fill job vacancies over the past year as workers wait for opportunities that offer higher pay and benefits or choose to leave the job market due to childcare and other issues. Then there’s the issue of retaining the staff that they do manage to hire – one in five employees leave their job within or after the probation period.
One effective way to deal with the dearth of good and reliable candidates is to consider retirees, especially for temporary and part-time positions. Older workers who wish to rejoin the workforce are incredibly motivated and bring a wealth of experience to the position, which can benefit your organization in multiple ways.
Skills and Experience
Hiring recent grads and junior professionals can help them jumpstart their career, but they don't have the expertise level a retired worker brings to the table. Hiring retirees brings employees with lifelong experience into your organization. Additionally, retired professionals may not require the same level of training as new employees. Candidates who already have extensive industry knowledge are ready to get to work more quickly and with less training.
Strong Work Ethic
Retired professionals often work with complete dedication and enthusiasm because they want to work but do not necessarily need to work. They are not out to climb the “corporate ladder” so to speak so they can be a bit more flexible on salary, benefits and work hours. Additionally, retirees typically have significantly more flexibility in their lifestyle, which is perfect for temporary and part-time roles. They can adapt to schedule changes and don’t require a full-time role.
A Cost-Effective Option
Hiring retirees as temporary or part-time employees can be a cost-effective solution for organizations. Older retirees rely on Medicare instead of employer-sponsored health insurance. Short-term roles do not require offering extensive paid time off, or a hefty full-time salary. Consider retirees for these roles as a way to reduce expenses while bringing an experienced worker onto your team.
Hiring retirees as part-time or temporary employees is a uniquely beneficial solution for filling crucial job vacancies. Retired professionals can deliver a performance that aligns with the requirements and goals of your organization. If your organization is interested in pursuing both retired candidates and younger job searchers, Elite Personnel can help you connect with qualified candidates interested in part-time, temporary and full-time positions. Contact our team today!