Hiring Right: Conducting Successful Searches in Higher Education

This book is a practical guide for anyone involved with hiring in higher education. It is written for busy faculty, staff, and administrators who want to conduct more effective searches, but who don′t have time to investigate the large body of research on employment selection. Hiring Right is also useful for campus leaders, search committee chairs, and committee members who want to increase their ability to accurately predict a candidate′s success at their institution.
This book explains the hiring process step by step, covering topics ranging from deciding the size of the committee and who should serve, to extending the offer and welcoming the new hire. Some highlights include:
Numerous sample documents
Recommendations for analyzing a position, establishing job criteria, and wording the position announcement
Concise discussion of EEO regulations with a focus on ways to ensure compliance
Techniques for recruiting well–qualified and diverse candidates
Procedures for systematically evaluating candidates throughout the process
Techniques for interpreting information in vitae, applications, and reference letters
Strategies for obtaining in–depth, honest evaluations from references
Strategies for conducting effective phone and campus interviews with candidates
Tips for writing interview questions and examples of questions that go beyond the obvious and expected
Multiple methods for gathering information during campus visits
Discussion of perceptual and cultural biases that can unfairly hurt candidates
Tips for communicating effectively with candidates
Recommendations for avoiding major mistakes throughout the process

Spis treści:
About the Authors.
Foreword.
Preface.
1. The Importance of Hiring Right.
The Impact of the Hiring Decision.The Challenge for Higher Education.
The Benefits of Conducting a Good Search.
Overview.
2. Form and Charge the Committee.
Establish the Search Committee.
Set the Ground Rules.
Know the Law.
Conclusion.
3. Define the Job.
Analyze the Position.
Establish Information Needs and Deadlines.
Write the Position Announcement.
Conclusion.
4. Recruit a Strong Applicant Pool.
Appeal to a Wide Audience.
Appeal to a Diverse Audience.
Follow Good Practices for Retaining Employees.
Conclusion.
5. Evaluate Candidate Files.
Develop an Evaluation Form.
Systematically and Critically Review the Files.
Conclusion.
6. Identify Top Candidates.
Select and Contact the Semi–Finalists.
Prepare and Conduct Phone Interviews with Semi–Finalists..
Prepare and Conduct Phone Interviews with References.
Obtain Additional Information.
Evaluate the Reference and Internet Information.
Select Finalists for Campus Visits.
Communicate with Candidates.
Conclusion.
7. Arrange and Host the Campus Visits.
Understand the Challenge.
Use Multiple Methods of Information Gathering.
Plan for and Host the Visits.
Conclusion.
8. Close the Deal.
Avoid Serious Pitfalls.
Review the Logistics.
Consider the Basis for Making Your Decision.
Evaluate Candidate Information.
Finish the Job.
Welcome the New Hire to Campus.
Conclusion.
Bibliography.
Appendix A. Sample Tracking Forms.
Appendix B. Sample Letters.
Appendix C. Sample Email to Semi–Finalists.
Bibliography.
Index.

Nota biograficzna:

Sandra Hochel is Distinguished Professor Emerita of communications at the University of South Carolina Aiken.
Charmaine E. Wilson is associate professor of communications at the University of South Carolina Aiken.

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This book is a practical guide for anyone involve d with hiring in higher education. It is written for busy faculty, staff, and administrators who want to conduct more effective searches, but who don′t have time to investigate the large body of research on employment selection. Hiring Right is also useful for campus leaders, search committee chairs, and committee members who want to increase their ability to accurately predict a candidate′s success at their institution.
This book explains the hiring process step by step, covering topics ranging from deciding the size of the committee and who should serve, to extending the offer and welcoming the new hire. Some highlights include:
Numerous sample documents
Recommendations for analyzing a position, establishing job criteria, and wording the position announcement
Concise discussion of EEO regulations with a focus on ways to ensure compliance
Techniques for recruiting well–qualified and diverse candidates
Procedures for systematically evaluating candidates throughout the process
Techniques for interpreting information in vitae, applications, and reference letters
Strategies for obtaining in–depth, honest evaluations from references
Strategies for conducting effective phone and campus interviews with candidates
Tips for writing interview questions and examples of questions that go beyond the obvious and expected
Multiple methods for gathering information during campus visits
Discussion of perceptual and cultural biases that can unfairly hurt candidates
Tips for communicating effectively with candidates
Recommendations for avoiding major mistakes throughout the process