Faculty Searches and Recruitment

Preparing for a Faculty Search

Before the Search: The Committee (2:56 minute video) Establish a faculty search committee that includes gender, racial and ethnic diversity and a commitment by each member to play an active role throughout the entire process.

Faculty Recruitment - Key Terms (word)
Bias Free Hiring - Quick Reference Guide (pdf)
Role of the Diversity Advocate (pdf)

Building a Recruitment Plan

Before the Search: The Recruitment Plan (3:01 minute video) Committees need to build a strategic plan as to how to recruit qualified and diverse applicants to apply to the job opening.

Advertising Resources List to Enhance Diversity Recruitment Efforts (word)

Reviewing Applicants

During the Search: Reviewing the Applicants (3:03 minute video) The committee should establish in advance the evaluation criteria that will be used for reviewing each applicant in a fair and equitable method.
Applicant Screening Evaluation Template - Prior to Candidate Interview (word)

Interviewing Candidates and Selection

Selection: Campus Visits and In-Person Interviewing (3:41 minute video) A campus interview is a critical step in the recruitment process, and it is important to represent the department and university in a positive light. Plan ahead to ensure a smooth experience and don't forget the needs of the candidate.

Forms and Instructions for Hiring Managers

Fixed Term Faculty Search Request (word)
Tenure Track Position Request (word)
Faculty Hiring Guidelines (pdf)
Quick Guide - Faculty Hiring Process for Hiring Managers (pdf)
Nondiscrimination Affirmative Action Statements
Justification Document - Pre-Interview (pdf)
Justification Document - Conclusion (pdf)
Faculty Search Waiver Request Form (doc)
CMU Faculty Staff Recruitment Language (pdf)
Regular Faculty Benefits-at-a-Glance - Use as a recruitment resource
How to Use the Applicant EEO Report within the PeopleAdmin Applicant Tracking System (pdf)

Faculty Personnel Forms

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