CDR Candidate Sourcing & Screening 2

Question 1

A recruiter wants to find software engineers who are members of a national society for Black engineers. Which Boolean string best targets this group on a professional networking site?

Accepted Answer

("software engineer" OR developer) AND (NSBE OR "National Society of Black Engineers")

Answer

Grouping synonyms with OR and requiring the affiliation with AND returns engineers linked to NSBE.

Question 2

Which sourcing practice most directly reduces reliance on employee referrals that may reproduce a homogeneous workforce?

Accepted Answer

Building partnerships with diverse professional associations and community organizations

Answer

Partnerships with diverse organizations widen the talent pool beyond existing employees' networks.

Question 3

During resume screening, a recruiter removes names, photos, graduation years, and addresses before reviewers see the files. What is this practice called?

Accepted Answer

Blind (anonymized) resume review

Answer

Blind resume review strips identifying details to limit unconscious bias in early screening.

Question 4

Removing graduation years from resumes before screening primarily helps reduce bias related to which protected characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Age

Answer

Graduation dates can reveal approximate age, which is protected for workers 40 and older under the ADEA.

Question 5

A job posting requires a 'recent college graduate' for an entry-level role. What is the main legal risk?

Accepted Answer

It may discourage older applicants and raise age discrimination concerns

Answer

Phrases like 'recent graduate' can signal a preference for younger workers and create ADEA exposure.

CDR - Certified Diversity Recruiter Practice Test

CDR - Certified Diversity Recruiter Practice Test

CDR Candidate Sourcing & Screening 2