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travisjneuman/.claude/skills/hr-talent/SKILL.md
HR and talent management expertise for talent acquisition, performance management, compensation strategy, organizational design, culture building, succession planning, and D&I programs. Use when hiring, managing performance, designing organizations, or building culture.
Decision brief
Comprehensive HR frameworks for talent acquisition, performance management, and organizational development.
Compatibility matrix
| Platform | Status | Evidence | What to check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codex | Not declared | No explicit evidence | Portability before use |
| Claude Code | Not declared | No explicit evidence | Portability before use |
| Cursor | Not declared | No explicit evidence | Portability before use |
| Gemini CLI | Not declared | No explicit evidence | Portability before use |
Installation
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npx skills add https://github.com/travisjneuman/.claude --skill "skills/hr-talent"Inspect the Agent Skill "hr-talent" from https://github.com/travisjneuman/.claude/blob/b8b4dd55d61b9f25d33e3b5427870641a1c8c39c/skills/hr-talent/SKILL.md at commit b8b4dd55d61b9f25d33e3b5427870641a1c8c39c. List every install step, command, network request, credential, file read/write, external action, and rollback step. Explain whether it fits my task. Do not install or execute anything until I approve.
Workflow
Review the “Succession Planning Process” section in the pinned source before continuing.
Review the “Readiness Assessment” section in the pinned source before continuing.
Review the “Talent Acquisition” section in the pinned source before continuing.
Review the “Strategic Workforce Planning” section in the pinned source before continuing.
Review the “Recruiting Metrics” section in the pinned source before continuing.
Permission review
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This is not proof of safety. Runtime behavior, indirect dependencies, and hidden external systems are outside the static scan.
Evidence record
| Signal | Value | Evidence type | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality score | 93/100 | Computed | Documentation, specificity, maintenance, and trust rules |
| Repository stars | 94 | Source | Repository attention, not individual Skill quality |
| Compatibility | 0 platforms | Source | Declared in the catalog source record |
| Usage guide | automated source guide | Editorial | Generated or reviewed according to the visible evidence level |
Pinned source
Comprehensive HR frameworks for talent acquisition, performance management, and organizational development.
WORKFORCE PLANNING PROCESS:
1. DEMAND ANALYSIS
- Business strategy alignment
- Headcount projections (growth, attrition, productivity)
- Skills gap analysis
- Scenario modeling
2. SUPPLY ANALYSIS
- Current workforce inventory
- Skills assessment
- Retirement projections
- Internal mobility potential
3. GAP ANALYSIS
- Quantity gaps (headcount)
- Quality gaps (skills, capabilities)
- Location gaps (geographic)
- Timeline gaps (when needed)
4. ACTION PLANNING
- Build (develop internally)
- Buy (external hiring)
- Borrow (contingent, partnerships)
- Bot (automation)
| Metric | Formula | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Time to Fill | Days from req open to offer accept | 30-45 days |
| Time to Hire | Days from first contact to start | 25-35 days |
| Cost per Hire | Total recruiting costs / Hires | $3,000-$5,000 |
| Quality of Hire | Performance + Retention + Time to Productivity | 80%+ |
| Offer Acceptance Rate | Offers accepted / Offers made | 85%+ |
| Source Effectiveness | Hires by source / Applications by source | Varies |
| Diversity Hiring | Diverse hires / Total hires | Target-based |
STRUCTURED INTERVIEW DESIGN:
COMPETENCY-BASED:
- Define success profile
- Identify critical competencies
- Develop behavioral questions (STAR)
- Create scoring rubric
INTERVIEW SCORECARD:
| Competency | Weight | 1-5 Rating | Notes |
|------------|--------|------------|-------|
| Technical skills | 30% | | |
| Problem solving | 20% | | |
| Leadership | 20% | | |
| Culture fit | 15% | | |
| Communication | 15% | | |
STAR METHOD:
S - Situation: Context and background
T - Task: Responsibility and objective
A - Action: Steps taken personally
R - Result: Outcomes and learnings
ANNUAL CYCLE:
Q1: Goal Setting
- Cascade from corporate objectives
- SMART goal creation
- Development goal inclusion
- Manager-employee alignment
Q2: Mid-Year Check-in
- Progress review
- Goal adjustment
- Feedback exchange
- Development discussion
Q3: Continuous Feedback
- Ongoing conversations
- Real-time recognition
- Course correction
- Skill development
Q4: Annual Review
- Performance assessment
- Calibration sessions
- Compensation decisions
- Development planning
OBJECTIVE: Qualitative description of what you want to achieve
- Inspirational
- Time-bound
- Action-oriented
KEY RESULTS: Quantitative measures of success
- Specific and measurable
- Aggressive but achievable
- Outcome-based (not task-based)
EXAMPLE:
Objective: Build a world-class engineering team
KR1: Increase eng hiring from 10 to 25/quarter
KR2: Improve offer acceptance rate from 70% to 85%
KR3: Reduce new hire 6-month attrition from 15% to 5%
KR4: Achieve 4.5/5.0 team engagement score
| Rating | Distribution | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Exceptional | 5-10% | Consistently exceeds, role model |
| Exceeds | 20-25% | Above expectations, strong performer |
| Meets | 55-65% | Achieves expectations, solid contributor |
| Needs Improvement | 10-15% | Below expectations, support needed |
| Unsatisfactory | 0-5% | Significantly below, action required |
COMPENSATION ELEMENTS:
BASE SALARY
- Market positioning (P25, P50, P75)
- Pay grades and ranges
- Geographic differentials
- Compression management
SHORT-TERM INCENTIVE
- Annual bonus
- Performance metrics (corporate, business, individual)
- Target and maximum payouts
- Threshold requirements
LONG-TERM INCENTIVE
- Stock options
- Restricted stock units (RSUs)
- Performance shares
- Vesting schedules
BENEFITS
- Health and welfare
- Retirement (401k match, pension)
- Time off
- Perquisites
| Percentile | Philosophy | When to Use |
|---|---|---|
| P75+ | Lead | Critical skills, war for talent |
| P50-P75 | Competitive | Key roles, retention focus |
| P50 | Market | Standard positions |
| P25-P50 | Lag | Offset by other rewards |
ANALYSIS FRAMEWORK:
1. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS
- Regression analysis controlling for:
- Job level/grade
- Performance rating
- Tenure
- Geography
- Education/credentials
2. COHORT ANALYSIS
- Same job, same location
- Compa-ratio comparisons
- Progression analysis
3. ROOT CAUSE INVESTIGATION
- Starting salary disparities
- Promotion rate differences
- Merit increase patterns
- Hire mix analysis
4. REMEDIATION
- Adjustment budgets
- Process improvements
- Policy changes
- Monitoring systems
| Structure | Best For | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Functional | Stable, efficiency-focused | Expertise, efficiency | Silos, slow decisions |
| Divisional | Diverse products/markets | Accountability, responsiveness | Duplication, competition |
| Matrix | Complex, multiple priorities | Flexibility, resource sharing | Conflict, complexity |
| Flat | Innovation, speed | Agility, empowerment | Scale limitations |
| Network | Partnerships, outsourcing | Flexibility, cost | Control, coordination |
| Level | Typical Span | Factors |
|---|---|---|
| Executive | 5-8 direct reports | Complexity, strategy time |
| Director | 6-10 direct reports | Team maturity, role complexity |
| Manager | 8-15 direct reports | Task similarity, systems |
| Supervisor | 15-25+ direct reports | Routine work, clear processes |
R - Responsible: Does the work
A - Accountable: Final decision authority
C - Consulted: Provides input
I - Informed: Kept updated
| Activity | Role A | Role B | Role C | Role D |
|----------|--------|--------|--------|--------|
| Task 1 | A | R | C | I |
| Task 2 | A/R | C | | I |
| Task 3 | A | R | R | C |
CULTURE ELEMENTS:
VALUES: Core beliefs guiding behavior
- What we stand for
- How we make decisions
- What we reward and recognize
NORMS: Unwritten rules of behavior
- How we communicate
- How we collaborate
- How we handle conflict
SYMBOLS: Visible representations
- Physical space design
- Dress code
- Rituals and ceremonies
PRACTICES: How work gets done
- Meeting culture
- Decision-making processes
- Recognition programs
| Category | Sample Questions | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Engagement | "I would recommend this company" | 80%+ |
| Purpose | "My work makes a difference" | 85%+ |
| Development | "I have growth opportunities" | 70%+ |
| Manager | "My manager supports me" | 80%+ |
| Recognition | "I feel valued for my contributions" | 75%+ |
| Wellbeing | "I can maintain work-life balance" | 70%+ |
CALCULATION:
eNPS = % Promoters (9-10) - % Detractors (0-6)
SCORING:
70+ Excellent
50-69 Great
30-49 Good
10-29 Average
<10 Needs Work
ACTION PLANNING:
- Segment by team, location, tenure
- Identify drivers through comments
- Create targeted improvement plans
- Close the loop with employees
9-BOX ASSESSMENT:
PERFORMANCE
Low Medium High
POTENTIAL High Enigma Rising High
Star Potential
Medium Under Core High
Performer Performer Performer
Low Poor Effective Solid
Fit Performer Performer
1. IDENTIFY CRITICAL ROLES
- Business impact
- Difficulty to fill
- Single points of failure
- Strategic importance
2. ASSESS TALENT
- Current performance
- Future potential
- Readiness timeline
- Risk of departure
3. DEVELOP SUCCESSORS
- Individual development plans
- Stretch assignments
- Mentoring/coaching
- Formal training
4. REVIEW AND UPDATE
- Annual talent reviews
- Emergency succession
- Pipeline health metrics
| Timeline | Characteristics | Development Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Ready Now | Can perform immediately | Retention, engagement |
| Ready 1-2 Years | Needs minor development | Targeted experiences |
| Ready 3-5 Years | High potential, gaps exist | Accelerated development |
| Long-term | Early career potential | Foundational development |
DIMENSIONS OF DIVERSITY:
- Identity: Race, gender, age, disability, LGBTQ+
- Experience: Background, education, industry
- Cognitive: Thinking styles, perspectives
EQUITY FOCUS AREAS:
- Hiring practices
- Promotion rates
- Compensation parity
- Access to opportunities
- Voice and representation
INCLUSION INDICATORS:
- Belonging scores
- Retention by demographic
- Participation rates
- Psychological safety
| Metric | Measurement | Cadence |
|---|---|---|
| Representation | % by demographic across levels | Quarterly |
| Hiring | Application, interview, offer by demographic | Monthly |
| Promotion | Promotion rate by demographic | Annual |
| Retention | Turnover by demographic | Quarterly |
| Pay Equity | Adjusted pay gaps | Annual |
| Inclusion | Survey scores by demographic | Semi-annual |
BIAS REDUCTION:
- [ ] Diverse interview panels
- [ ] Structured interviews
- [ ] Skills-based assessments
- [ ] Blind resume review
- [ ] Diverse candidate slates
- [ ] Inclusive job descriptions
- [ ] Equitable sourcing
- [ ] Interview training
| Category | Metric | Formula |
|---|---|---|
| Turnover | Voluntary Turnover | Voluntary terms / Avg headcount |
| Regrettable Turnover | High performer terms / High performers | |
| First Year Turnover | <1 yr terms / New hires | |
| Retention | Retention Rate | (Start HC - Terms) / Start HC |
| Engagement | eNPS | Promoters% - Detractors% |
| Development | Internal Fill Rate | Internal hires / Total hires |
| Productivity | Revenue per Employee | Revenue / FTE |
| Cost | HR Cost per Employee | Total HR cost / FTE |
Frequently asked questions
Comprehensive HR frameworks for talent acquisition, performance management, and organizational development.
The source record exposes this install command: npx skills add https://github.com/travisjneuman/.claude --skill "skills/hr-talent". Inspect the command and pinned source before running it.
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