Episode 92: Why's that snowplow pink?

Part 2 of the workforce series focuses on the No Boundaries synthesis Innovation strategies in Recruiting and Retention with Sandi Sauter, Deputy Director of Operations for the Maryland State Highway Administration. This episode zeros in on recruiting and retention and steps that some states are taking to include all segments of the applicant pool. Check out the No Boundaries synthesis at this link https://maintainroads.org/responses-to-staffing-shortages-synthesis/ 0:00 Intro3:29 Sandi and the Maryland SHA7:22 No Boundaries synthesis-recruiting10:12 The applicant pool15:53 The hiring process18:42 Messaging & alternative recruiting techniques24:48 2nd chance programs28:35 Getting diversity in the workforce45:01 “can we” vs "why can’t we”53:34 tying up loose ends   Email Sandi Sauter at [email protected] or Kristen Seeber [email protected] at CTC Associates who provide support to the No Boundaries Pooled Fund Study.Sign up for email notifications on future episodes and other communications associated with winter maintenance and winter weather management by clicking on subscribe on the Talkin' Winter Ops website at TalkinWinterOps.comThanks for listening in and stay safe out there!