Strategies for attracting and retaining Hispanic employees

Credit unions across the country are finding it challenging to hire new staff. Competition for good candidates from among a seemingly limited talent pool is fierce. A strong economy and increasing worker demand make hiring tough enough, but the rapidly diversifying population adds its own layer of both challenge and opportunity.

Hispanics represent the fastest-growing population segment in the United States, which, in fact, is now the world’s second-largest Spanish speaking country after Mexico. These growth trends are set to continue –  the U.S. Department of Labor predicts that one in every two new employees entering the workforce by 2025 will be Hispanic.

Attracting and retaining Hispanic employees soon will become critical to credit union success, if it hasn’t already. Recruiting Hispanic community members for open positions goes beyond simply having bilingual signs, flyers and ads. Here are some strategies for hiring success.

  • Build a strong, positive reputation within the Hispanic community. People like to do business with enterprises they trust and believe understand their needs. If the credit union creates a welcoming and culturally enlightened environment, more potential Hispanic members – and the Hispanic employees needed to serve them – will respond positively.

 

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