September 2023: A Lot Going On At The Moment

I know, I know - you thought this newsletter was going to be all about Taylor Swift. But no - this is the OTHER TS. Tripepi Smith Talent Solutions, or TSTS.

The post-Covid years have been good for employees - it seems there are more jobs than there are people to fill them, particularly in positions where specific skills are needed. Local governments and other public agencies have not been immune to this phenomenon, and recruiting has presented challenges on many fronts. While the internet makes it easy to find people looking for jobs (even if there are only a few), it falls short of identifying whether someone is the right fit for a position or for the organization in general.

This is where Tripepi Smith Talent Solutions steps in. Since 2020, TSTS has been dedicated to supporting government agencies by offering a suite of recruitment services. Our work with over 200 local government agencies means we regularly work hand-in-hand with government officials, so we know what strong talent looks like. We recognize the skills needed to take on the unique responsibilities of working in local government. TSTS has successfully filled numerous positions by connecting organizations with the right people - people who are passionate about public service. In the past three years, we’ve had the privilege of witnessing many of our placements celebrate work anniversaries, a testament to how much these hires care about what they do.?

At the recent CSDA Annual Conference, TSTS team members Cathy Thompson and Kylie Sun delivered an insightful session titled ‘How to Recruit When No One Knows What You Do.’ They noted that government agencies, and special districts in particular, must work a little harder to recruit for their positions. The world outside of local government doesn’t always understand what these agencies do. So it’s important that the mission is communicated clearly in the recruiting process. Their presentation was a fusion of their personal experiences in aiding agencies peppered with valuable tips for crafting a seamless search process and insider strategies for helping your agency stand apart from the crowd.?

Not only does Tripepi Smith Talent Solutions know how to communicate the mission of a public agency (it is, after all, the core of what we do here at Tripepi Smith), but we have our talented creative team at the ready with a multi-faceted recruiting approach. Beyond our core expertise in talent search and culture curation, we also have a team of skilled graphic artists, videographers and photographers. Our creative talents excel in crafting visually compelling recruitment materials that not only spotlight job openings but can also capture the interests of general job seekers who otherwise are not seeking public service.?

The job market continues to be challenging for employers, but TSTS has the experience in local government and marketplace depth to deliver. And while we might not sell out stadiums worldwide just yet, we are working with agencies all across the west coast.

We are ready to talk to you about your recruiting needs - are you ready for it??