Recognized for Excellence in Every Campus Forward Award Category
Paylocity received a Campus Forward Award for Excellence in Recruitment Strategies, Tech Innovation, Candidate Experience, DE&I, and Internship Programming.
Receiving an award for each category reflects Paylocity's unwavering excellence and commitment to providing the best experience for the next generation of talent. Paylocity invests in innovative recruitment strategies, cutting-edge technology, thoughtful candidate experiences, inclusive recruitment practices, and standout internship programs. See below for the highlights of their strategies in each one of these categories.
Excellence in Recruitment Strategies
The Early Talent Team at Paylocity provides innovative recruitment opportunities — both virtually and in-person — including staying updated on the latest trends and insights in the early career market to attract and hire top talent. The team leverages the support of their alumni and former interns, who are now full-time employees at Paylocity, to represent the company on campuses, participate in the interview process, and mentor new candidates during and after the hiring process. Apart from career fairs, the team also conducts educational events, technology presentations, and information sessions for select student organizations. The team also utilizes social media to create awareness of the Paylocity culture and open positions. Paylocity values a quick and effective hiring process to ensure a positive experience for their student candidates.
Excellence in Tech Innovation
Paylocity places significant importance on both people and technology. Paylocity creates technology with a focus on people and adopt platforms that enhance the productivity and outcomes of the teams. To attract, recruit, engage, and onboard the best talent, Paylocity uses their own Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to ensure a seamless candidate and employee experience. The team also leverages outreach tools, such as RippleMatch and Handshake, to connect with students and stay in touch through virtual events like interviews and information sessions.
Excellence in Candidate Experience
The Paylocity Early Career Team aims to provide a positive experience to candidates by building lasting relationships that begin at career fairs and continue through hiring and internships. Even if candidates are not placed, Paylocity Recruiters are always available to assist students with helpful resume tips and guidance through the hiring process with clear and timely communication. Paylocity values transparency and strives to maintain its reputation by involving candidates strategically in the interview process. Additionally, the Paylocity team makes sure that candidates are well-prepared before the interview to ensure a seamless and positive experience.
Excellence in DE&I
Paylocity believes that people are the most valuable asset, and that its people’s differences in experience and perspectives make Paylocity stronger. Paylocity is committed to championing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility across the board, and to setting an example for others to follow in promoting respect, safety, and justice for all. Paylocity has implemented a range of policies and programs to bring company values and vision to life, with a particular focus on transparency around wages and compensation. Paylocity is continuously learning and developing an understanding of unconscious biases, and openly share position salary ranges and total compensation philosophies to ensure fairness and equity for all. Paylocity is proud to make DEIA efforts public on the careers page and provide designated training to all participants involved in the hiring process.
Excellence in Internship Programming
Paylocity's internship program offers hands-on learning opportunities while providing a realistic preview of life at PCTY after graduation. The program takes a holistic approach by allowing interns to work on actual business projects and problems, giving them the chance to make an immediate impact and contribute to shaping the future of the company. Moreover, interns interact with top leaders in their departments and senior leadership. They also receive weekly professional development, financial wellness presentations, exposure to Employee Resource Groups, and discussions on mental health. One of the highlights of the program is the annual Internship Summit, which includes product co-creator activities, networking events, community volunteer activities, dinners, and more. Paylocity also provides them with direct access to the CEO.
