As public-sector technology advances, so are the hiring practices of state and local government agencies, many of whom now consider more than just advanced degrees when looking for top talent. IT shops are reviewing things like job classifications that are a relic of another time. Illinois Secretary of the Department of Innovation and Technology and CIO Jennifer Ricker is one among many state CIOs prioritizing creative approaches to filling the talent pipeline. The state is building more flexibility into its hiring practices, such as adding new entry-level titles where new staff can train on the job, “creating many pathways in.... You maybe have certifications only or you have a two-year degree, you might have military experience that’s relevant or some other work experience beyond educational requirements,” she said.
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