Question was raised regarding recruiting the new grads from NC State. Even our entry level programmer positions require experience. Some of the grads from NC State would be the best people to hire but we can't do so because of the requirements on these positions and our inability to be flexible. It should be taken into account that students from NC State already know our environment and would be a beneficial. It was suggested that he work in conjunction with HR by providing direct feedback to Loretta's office.
Communication needs to be better.
Loretta asked for assistance from the group in addressing the issues with OSP such as equity, retaining good staff, etc. Leo Buckmaster volunteered to help and Bill Padgett and Wendy Scott were volunteered to assist in this area also. It was noted that presently it is difficult to get positions classified as intended. The current system doesn't allow any flexibility. Departments should not have to play games to get more money.