Job Hiring Process

Whether you have been out of the loop from the job hiring process for some time because you have been at home with small children, because you had a consistent job for a long period of time, or because you were disabled, it may be a little intimidating to begin the process all over again.

No matter how long you have been out of the job search process, things still seem to be fairly consistent with how most employers go about the job hiring process. But reviewing the job hiring process can help make you feel more comfortable with how things will proceed.

The first step that most employers take is to advertise for the position available. This can be done through Internet job sites, the Human Resources section of a company website, newspaper advertisements, trade magazine advertisements, or even through headhunters or job fairs.

Employers will request applications, resumes, cover letters, and any additional information necessary, such as a writing sample, college transcripts, test scores, or proof of a necessary certification. The employer will almost always give a deadline for submission of applications, so your application and completed information will need to be submitted by this date.

The next step employers will take is to review the applications to see which candidates are the most qualified for the job. Depending on the type of position, there will usually be a minimum requirement set on the position, such as number of years of experience or a particular college degree. All of the candidates with these qualifications will be contacted for an interview to help determine which person fits best with the company and the desired position.

Before the interview process gets underway, many companies will also do a background check of the candidate. This usually includes checking references. If this step does not happen before the interview process, it will definitely happen afterwards.

If a candidate has applied for a government agency job, a background check of criminal records will be required as well. This usually is not done until after the interview process happens to avoid the fees associated with these types of checks. Background checks are almost always required for individuals being considered for a position related to working with children.

Other screenings that a candidate may have to go through are drug screenings. Again, these are often required for government positions, positions related to working with children, or those where employees will be working with customers or in industries where employees will be in contact with pharmaceutical drugs.

Depending on the organization you are hoping to be hired by, you may only have to go through one interview or there maybe several steps to the interview process. Some organizations will have a series of interviews, starting with the HR department and working your way up to the heads of departments, if the organization is still interested in hiring you.

Keep in mind that it is likely the company will not offer you a job at the end of the interview. Instead, they will get in contact with you after all the candidates have been interviewed and after all paperwork has been processed and all background checks are complete. This could take from 1-3 weeks after the interview process to complete. No matter what, you should hear either an offer or a rejection within a month of interviewing. If not, follow up.

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