Services Provided
The Search Process
Capability Company is unique because we dedicate our time solely to supporting searches for nonprofit organizations. Because we have extensive experience in the nonprofit world, we deliver cost-effective and timely solutions to address one of the most important challenges your organization faces—finding and hiring the best individuals. Hiring the right person is critical to moving your mission forward…whether you are educating others, finding a cure, promoting conservation, or enriching lives.
We charge a fixed fee for our services. Because of this, we have removed the uncertainty of your expenses, clearly outlining what is to be charged and reducing financial surprises. You may contact us at any time without the fear of increasing the cost of the search. This approach emphasizes the value of the services and our relationship, regardless of the time it takes to accomplish the goals to your satisfaction.
Search Planning and Preparation
Capability Company works with your organization to assess needs and develop a search plan. We partner with you to identify the priority qualifications and write an accurate and compelling position profile to assist in recruiting talented and experienced professionals. Capability Company recommends outreach strategies to expand the reach of the search and market your position and organization. We are available to assist in the development of high impact, probing interview questions to help you glean the information needed to make the best hiring decision. Contracted services could include:
- Assess organizational needs and identify recommended hiring infrastructure and process
- Develop the search plan
- Define and document the role including a position profile and 3-5 priority qualifications
- Develop sample interview questions
- Recommend posting locations and develop ads
Applicant Pool Development and Ranking
Capability Company manages outreach efforts by posting ads, conducting research and prospecting within relevant fields. We review our extensive database of professionals and tap our network of contacts to identify potential candidates most likely to be qualified and interested in your organization. If you are interested in having your information added to our database for future consideration, please email us with your resume. Applications for posted searches should be submitted as instructed at the end of each posting with your information.
Capability Company receives, reviews, and categorizes applications based on your priorities. We present to you a report with the results, discuss our assessment and answer any questions related to the process or individuals. This could include:
- Post ads in external locations as recommended
- Post search information on Capability Company website and in monthly ezine or eblast
- Conduct database search of past and current applicants and contacts
- Establish application email address at Capability Company and receive resumes
- Review received applications based on identified priority qualifications and categorize applicants using assessment matrix
Candidate Evaluation
Capability Company collaborates with you to identify and screen the top candidates for further consideration. Upon your selection of the best candidate, we are available for consultation during the interview process, additional due diligence, and offer negotiations. This could include:
- Discuss applicant rankings with search committee or hiring manager
- Notify applicants of their status and release those not in consideration
- Conduct in-depth screenings for top 3 candidates selected from applicant pool
- Provide consultation on interview process (scheduling candidates, preparing the interview team)
- Contact 3 references for top candidate
- Negotiate offer package
- Release candidates not offered the position
Click here to see the entire Case Study about Durham's Partnership for Children.
“Thank you SO much for working with us. I can’t tell you how much I appreciated your efforts. Sherry is just wonderful! A real gem. Although I hope I do not experience turnover in senior staff again, I do look forward to working with you in the future.”
Marsha Basloe, Executive Director
Durham’s Partnership for Children
