Hiring Outline - steps in the hiring process

Selecting a new employee involves many steps and actions - some mandated by law, some required by the University, and some you design yourself. This list gives an overview of the steps involved in hiring an employee. The details of each step can be viewed by following the links below.

Step 1. Get ready to hire

• Discuss the vacancy with your District Director and WNEP Office
• Review EEO and AA policy
• Review the position description
• Develop a recruitment plan
• Select the interview team
• Complete the Checklist for Hiring in WNEP

Step 2. Implement your hiring plan

• Write and place the ads about the position vacancy
• Mail applicant packets
• Collect and file information from each applicant

Step 3. Screen and interview applicants

• Review applications
• Write the interview questions
• Set up an effective interview
• Conduct the interview
• Assess the candidates
• Check references

Step 4. Select and hire the best candidate

• Extend the job offer
• Gather records and enter recruiting/hiring data
• Get your new employee started
• Celebrate

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