Purpose:

This survey is a collaborative partnership between St. Johns County and the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce. It is designed to identify current challenges to business development, workforce needs, and recruitment gaps. Additionally, the survey will provide demographic data and highlight successful programs. Thank you for taking the time to complete this important survey.

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* 1. Name of Business or Organization

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* 2. What zip code is your business officially registered in?

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* 3. What industry category best describes your company/organization?

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* 4. Does your business have a “brick and mortar” location or is it a home-based / internet-based business?

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* 5. How long has your company been in business?

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* 6. How many full-time employees are currently on your payroll?

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* 7. How many part-time employees are currently on your payroll?

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* 8. What percentage of your employees have a high school diploma or GED?

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* 9. What advantages do you have operating a business in St. Johns County?

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* 10. What challenges are you facing in operating a business in St. Johns County?

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* 11. Do you have future plans to expand your business in the next 3 years?

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* 12. If yes, do you plan to expand your business by building / acquiring a brick and mortar location?

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* 13. How many vacant full-time positions do you have open that you are actively recruiting to fill?

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* 14. How many vacant part-time positions do you have open that you are actively recruiting to fill?

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* 15. What percent of your employees live outside of St. Johns County?

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* 16. What percent of your employees work remotely or in a hybrid role?

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* 17. If employees work in a hybrid role, what percentage are in the office during an average week?

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* 18. Which positions are most challenging to fill within your organization? (Please list position titles and required education level)

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* 19. Is the recruitment process easier than it was 1 year ago?

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* 20. What outside factors have made it difficult to attract and retain talent? (Check all that apply)

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* 21. For your open positions what level of education is required? (Check all that apply)

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* 22. For your open positions, please list any technical skills / certifications that are required?

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* 23. For your open positions, what are the most prevalent soft skills needed to be successful? (Check all that apply)

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* 24. Where are you currently recruiting talent to fill your positions? (Check all that apply)

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* 25. Do you utilize any of the following as recruitment tools? (Check all that apply)

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* 26. Based on the talent available, where do you see gaps in your recruitment needs vs the available talent?

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* 27. What programs of study or training would be beneficial for schools to offer to enhance the quality of applicants for your open positions?

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* 28. What continuing education seminars or training programs would you like the St. Johns County Chamber to offer for your employees? Please list.

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* 29. Any Additional Comments

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* 30. Contact Information of Individual Completing Survey. (Optional)

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