Discover how Seguin EDC transformed local hiring with an innovative job board that delivered 11x ROI, generated $19,440 in talent pipeline value, and influenced 450+ job applications in just five months.
The Seguin Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) is on a mission to fuel economic growth in Seguin, Texas. With a thriving manufacturing sector offering over 8,000 impactful jobs, SEDC knew they needed a modern solution to connect job seekers and employers seamlessly. Enter Getro’s job board: their game-changing tool.
Meet Jessica Dersen:
As Industry and Workforce Development Manager at Seguin EDC, Jessica Dersen has transformed local recruitment by leading the shift from the old system to a streamlined, tech-driven job board. Her innovative approach not only simplifies the hiring process for employers but also opens new pathways for job seekers, driving measurable economic growth in the community.
Before the job board launch, Seguin’s workforce had to navigate outdated and time-intensive systems:
“In the past, we had an online form that employers would fill out. It was tedious and time-consuming,” explains Jessica Dersen of SEDC.
In August 2024, SEDC revolutionized its hiring ecosystem with the addition of their job board. According to Jessica, the 3 main reasons the team decided to work with Getro were the following:
Jessica Dersen highlights Getro’s simplicity and stellar support.
“The platform is user-friendly, affordable within a government budget, and supported by a responsive IT team,” she says. “It’s been a pleasure working with Getro to bring this vision to life.”
In their first five months with Getro, the platform has already paid for itself in talent pipeline value provided to the community over 11 times.
In just five months, the SEDC job board delivered exceptional outcomes:
To learn more about these numbers and how they translate into monetary value for Getro networks, check out our ROI Calculator and this resource on how to communicate job board ROI to your team.
SEDC’s success wasn’t accidental. It was built on four key strategies:
Businesses in Seguin quickly saw the value of the platform.
“The job board’s user-friendly interface allows businesses to easily post their positions,” shares Dersen. “Even when companies are busy, our team can assist on the backend to ensure postings go live efficiently.”
The surge in popularity has even sparked plans for expansion as more employers clamor to join the platform.
SEDC’s data-driven approach also wowed local employers.
“Employers were excited to see application numbers and wanted even more granular data,” Dersen reveals. By providing actionable insights, SEDC empowered businesses to ensure the job postings are being seen and promoted to the local community.
The future looks bright for the SEDC’s job board:
“We’re excited to navigate this next phase...The success we’ve seen so far is just the beginning.” - Jessica Dersen
SEDC’s journey showcases the power of blending technology, innovative marketing, and community collaboration. By partnering with Getro, they turned a vision into a thriving resource for their community.
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