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View All NewsSurvey - It's taking longer to fill IT positions
Half of information technology human resource professionals and recruiters say it's taking longer to fill open positions this year compared to last, according to a survey by Dice Holdings Inc. (NYSE: DHX), operator of the Dice.com job board for IT professionals and other job sites. The most-cited reason for the lengthening time was caution related to the economy.
In addition, 81% said current economic conditions have scaled back hiring plans, according to the survey. And 58% said salaries for new hires are lower this year.
The Dice survey questioned 1,900 information technology human resource professionals and recruiters. Of those 52% were companies that recruited for their own needs while 48% were staffing or consulting firms.