Candidate Survey - IT Sector Question Title * 1. What is your highest level of education? High School Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate Self-Taught Code School OK Question Title * 2. Do you hold any industry certifications? If so, which ones? Yes No Certifications: OK Question Title * 3. Are you aware of state-funded programs, such as CareerSource Broward, and their ability to help subsidize you getting a certification? Yes No OK Question Title * 4. Are you aware of the workshops and soft skills training that CareerSource Broward offers? Yes No OK Question Title * 5. If CareerSource Broward could help you with training costs by paying up to 75% of the trainee’s wages, would you be interested? If yes, please provide your contact information. Yes No Contact Information: OK Question Title * 6. Are you currently employed? Yes No OK Question Title * 7. If yes, are you employed in the IT sector? Yes No N/A OK Question Title * 8. How did you acquire your current position? Applied through company's website Industry journal posting Referral Networking Recruiting agency Online job board such as Indeed.com, Ladders.com, Dice.com, etc. Other (please specify) OK Question Title * 9. If you are not currently employed, how are you conducting your job search? Please check all that apply. Company websites Online job boards (Indeed, Monster, Dice, etc.) Asking friends and family LinkedIn Networking events Working with a recruiter Other (please specify) OK Question Title * 10. Are you aware of the tech companies and companies with tech jobs here in Broward County? Yes No Somewhat OK Question Title * 11. What barriers have you encountered in finding a job in tech? Education level Lack of industry certification Lack of soft skills Other (please specify) OK Question Title * 12. What is the most important factor for you to accept a position (i.e. What is your deal breaker)? Compensation (salary/benefits/bonuses) Flexibility (opportunity to telecommute/flexible hours) Well-known organization Company makes work/life balance a priority Friendly work environment Opportunities for career growth and promotion Other (please specify) OK DONE