The executive search firm must provide the following services at a minimum, but not limited to: 1. Develop the ideal profile for the position by meeting with the CEO of WFSCA and/or her designee to obtain information regarding specific elements, characteristics, experience, expertise, responsibilities, and professional attributes candidates should possess to be considered, including desirable education, certification, experience and background of the candidates, and identification of the management skills and style that are appropriate for this position. 2. Develop a strategy for implementing recruitment, including submission and name of various publications, both hard copy and electronic format, in which the position will be advertised, and identify potential contacts through personal outreach to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. 3. Screen/Review resumes for background and qualifications followed by telephone or in-person interviews (whichever is agreed to by WFSCA) to clarify each applicant’s experience and credentials and to prepare a written summary of a maximum of ten candidates with the most promising qualifications. 4. Evaluate candidates for serious consideration by conducting in-depth reference checks with individuals who are or have been in the position to evaluate the candidates’ performance on the job. A short list of candidates of at least five (5) shall be presented to the CEO and Search Committee for Final Interviews. In the event politically sensitive or potentially embarrassing issues arise in the candidates’ background, the firm will conduct thorough interviews with principal parties to clarify the issue and clearly describe a picture of the issue and help WFSCA determine whether to keep the candidate in contention. 5. Recommend and finalize a process with the CEO and Search Committee for interviews and coordinating candidates’ participation in interviews. 6. Debrief the CEO and Search Committee following interviews and identify additional candidates, if necessary. 7. Assist the CEO and Search Committee in structuring the job offer, the employment package and relocation (if applicable) with the finalist. 8. Provide the CEO and Search Committee with regular written status reports and keeping candidates apprised of their status...
