Y of Central Maryland Selects SilkRoad technology's OpenHire and RedCarpet

SilkRoad technology, inc., the leading provider of talent management solutions, announced today that the Y of Central Maryland has selected both OpenHire, SilkRoad's recruiting management and applicant tracking system, and RedCarpet, SilkRoad's onboarding and life events management solution to enhance their recruiting and retention strategy.

As a human service provider, the Y of Central Maryland is dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual, both members and employees, through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. OpenHire and RedCarpet will streamline recruiting and onboarding efforts by increasing the number of qualified candidates while reducing recruiting costs, and seamlessly integrating new employees into the organization.

'SilkRoad technology's OpenHire and RedCarpet system implementation is directly in line with our strategic plan to become 'an employer of choice with an exceptional culture,'' said Lisa Punt, Chief Talent Officer at the Y of Central Maryland. 'Our goal is to establish a clear employment strategy, built on our brand promise, and implement it for all recruitment activities. We believe that through our partnership with SilkRoad technology we will be one step closer to accomplishing this goal.'

SilkRoad's OpenHire intelligent search feature reads and understands both resumes and job descriptions, automatically identifying individuals best suited to a specific position and returning a list ranked by probability of placement. The comprehensive OpenHire Career Portal Studio is directed specifically at providing information to candidates on careers and job openings, as well as a means to deliver an organization's talent brand.

RedCarpet, the number one employee onboarding and life events solution on the market, goes beyond just onboarding to handle any employee life cycle event. In addition to onboarding, these transitions can include offboarding, promotion, transfers, mergers and acquisitions, medical leaves and any other life event an employee may experience. Content that a company wishes to deliver to an employee during such a transition is provided through a completely customizable portal. This information can include welcome messages, a wide range of useful information including schedules, training and contact information, electronic forms capabilities and easy access to all supporting materials applicable to their particular employee transition.

About Y of Central Maryland

Our Mission:
The Y of Central Maryland is a charitable organization dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Our Commitment:

At the Y, we are committed to providing family-oriented, affordable, high quality programs that lead to:

- Every child and youth deepening positive values, their commitment to service and their motivation to learn.
- Every family building stronger bonds, achieving greater work/life balance and becoming more engaged with their communities.
- An enhanced quality of life in the communities in which we operate.

The Y is a place for everyone. People of all races, ages, faiths, gender, abilities, backgrounds and incomes are welcome and financial assistance on a sliding scale is available to those who would otherwise be unable to participate.

Our Values:
Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility

More information can be found at www.ymaryland.org.