Which item is not typically included in the calculation of cost-per-hire?

• A. Advertising costs
• B. Agency fees
• C. Recruiter salaries
• D. Onboarding training costs paid after hire

Answer: (D)

Cost-per-hire captures the expenses involved in attracting, screening, and selecting a candidate for a vacancy. Typical components include advertising to reach candidates, agency or search fees, and salaries for recruiters, along with related recruiting costs like candidate travel, background checks, and assessments. These costs pertain to the process of filling a job.

Onboarding training costs paid after a hire aren’t part of that recruitment process; they occur after the decision to hire and are part of onboarding and employee development. So they’re not typically included in cost-per-hire.