Preparation:
Polish your resume and craft a compelling cover letter to ensure your application stands out.
Application:
Submit your resume, cover letter, and any other required documents through NIC’s online portal. Double-check for accuracy and be sure to complete all application questions.
Screening:
The hiring committee reviews applications and contacts selected candidates for initial interviews. You will receive an email when your application status changes.
Interview:
Impress in virtual interviews or in-person meetings with the team. Be ready to showcase your skills, experience, and enthusiasm. Multiple rounds of interviews, activities, or demonstrations may be included to help identify the best candidate.
Reference Checks:
Be ready to submit references when requested. Notify your references in advance so they can anticipate outreach via email.
Offer and Background Check:
Celebrate when you receive a verbal offer, followed by an official written offer via email! Once our offer has been accepted, complete the required background check and any other pre-employment steps.
Onboarding:
Confirm your start date, finalize paperwork, and enjoy orientation. Meet your team, explore university policies and benefits, and complete job-specific training. Start strong and integrate seamlessly into your new role!
Application
- Tailor your resume to the specific position you are applying for.
- Quantify your accomplishments - numbers speak volumes! Include specific achievements and quantify them whenever possible. For example, “Increased sales by 20%” or “Managed a team of 10.”
- Follow all application instructions carefully. Missing a step could disqualify you from consideration.
- Upload your resume and allow our system to auto-fill some application fields. Please note that the document format can impact how the fields import. You may still have to complete or correct some fields.
- Include a detailed employment history relevant to the position on your application as this is helpful for salary placement. Don’t forget to indicate the month/year of employment and whether roles were full or part time!
- Ensure that your email address and phone number are accurate as we communicate frequently by email and phone.
- Notify your professional references in advance so they’re prepared to speak to your qualifications and work ethic. References are generally requested after interviews.
Interview
- Don’t wing it—prepare thoroughly. Practice answers to common and behavior-based questions, with specific examples ready to share.
- Review the job posting and requirements for the position before your interview.
- Practice discussing your knowledge, skills, and abilities, and how they apply to the role. Use examples from your experience to highlight your strengths.
- Double-check your interview details—Zoom link, address, and any other relevant information ahead of time so you are prepared on the day of the interview.
- Arrive early. Plan for traffic, parking, or unfamiliar routes to avoid last-minute stress. Ask where the nearest or best place to park would be.
- Listen carefully to questions and consider what is truly being asked. Provide clear, relevant examples that address the search committee’s needs.
- Ask your search committee questions. This shows you have a vested interest in the college and have thought about being successful in the role.
- Send a thank you email to the search committee members after the interview if you have their information.
Offer and Onboarding
- Be sure to complete all new hire paperwork and to authorize your background check, if applicable.
- Check your email daily. You may receive email reminders of tasks to be completed.
- Take note of when and where you should arrive on your first day of work.
- Attend New Employee Orientation to learn about the college and your benefits. Ask questions!