Employment Opportunities

We are unable to provide this information to applicants. Again, we are inundated with calls requesting this information. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, have properly completed your application materials and no other job related issues with your application (that may raise a red flag) exist, your application was more than likely forwarded. However, even if an application is forwarded, an applicant still may not be contacted for an interview. Due to the large number of qualified applications we receive, the search committee’s are simply unable to interview every qualified applicant. Search committee’s are instructed to rate the candidates based on the suitability for the position. This means that unfortunately, in some cases, some qualified candidates are not interviewed.

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You've received my application materials. Is there any additional information I can provide?

This is why it is so important to make sure you have properly completed your application and have provided all of the information requested. If we need any additional information, we will contact you. Otherwise, we may not respond to such inquiries due to a high volume of calls.

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A long time has passed since I submitted my application for a position and I haven’t been notified to be set up for an interview? Why?

Unfortunately, some positions take longer to fill then others. A letter will be mailed to you if you provided your mailing address notifying you that we have received your application materials.

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I would like to set up an interview. How should I go about doing that?

Leave that up to us. Due to the large number of qualified applications we receive, each search committee is simply unable to interview every qualified applicant. Search committees are instructed to rate the candidates based on the suitability for the position. This means that, unfortunately, in some cases, some qualified candidates are not interviewed.

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When are they going to start interviewing for the position I applied for?

Since the interviews are scheduled by the search committee’s for which the position exists, we are unable to provide this information and it is unlikely that we will know when or if you may be contacted for an interview or when interviews will begin or end.

Not all qualified applicants are contacted for an interview. Since the University receives a large number of qualified applications, each search committee is simply unable to interview every qualified applicant. Search committee’s are instructed to rate the candidates based on the suitability for the position. This means that unfortunately, in some cases, some qualified candidates are not interviewed.

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How soon do they need someone to start for the position I applied for?

Generally, departments need someone to start as soon as possible. For exempt positions the position will start the first Monday following the Board of Governor’s meeting which is held the last Thursday of each month. For non-exempt positions the position will start the first or third Monday of the month.

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Who can I contact to check on the status of my application? I'd like to know where I am in the process.

Due to the large number of applications submitted and the high volume of applicant inquiries we receive regarding the status of their applications, we are unable to provide this information. You will be contacted in the event you are selected for an interview.

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How soon can I expect to hear something about the position I applied for?

Applications are not reviewed until the deadline has been met for that position. There are no set schedules for reviewing applications, interviewing, and/or filling positions. This process may be lengthy at times. We ask for your patience and cooperation during this time. The recruiter and search committee have to review several of applications for just one position sometimes. Therefore, it may not be a speedy process. Some positions are filled within a couple of weeks; others may be open four months or more. It depends on many factors: number of applicants, time schedule of the search committee/department, and how busy that department may be at any particular time.

**Please note: If your application is incomplete (i.e., sections left blank, months and years of employment not included, work and personal reference contact information missing, gaps in employment not explained, lack of your signature, address/phone number is not included and so on...), we will not contact you to inform you that it is incomplete. It is the applicant's responsibility to read the directions on the application, which inform applicants that missing or lack of requested information may result in the application not being considered.

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The position I applied for is no longer on the posting or website. Has it been filled?

If a position is no longer posted, it is closed. In some cases it may be filled or they could still be reviewing applications or interviewing. We do not accept applications after the posted deadline.

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A position I applied for has been filled; will you keep me in mind for other positions I may be qualified for?

No. Due to a high volume of applicants to the University and a large volume of similar requests, it is difficult for us to do this. Please keep an eye on our website for new opportunities. It is updated every Friday evening or every Monday morning. If you see a position for which you are qualified, you must submit new application materials.

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Do I need to take a skills test?

It depends. If the position you applied for requires a minimum typing speed, attention to detail, or proficiency in various computer software programs, etc., you may be required to take tests. However, we only test final candidates who have been interviewed and are serious candidates.

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I’d like to apply for a position but I don’t have time to bring my application to your office. What can I do?

Applications may be obtained at the Human Resources Office, downloaded from our Web site, and can be mailed or sent via fax. Please be sure to indicate the job title on your application of the position for which you are applying. Also, be sure we receive it before the deadline date.

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I am having trouble downloading the application. Can you just send me an application?

No. Unfortunately, we can’t mail applications to prospective applicants. If you have problems downloading our application, you may (or a friend or family member) obtain an application from our office located in the Popplewell Building Room 117.

** If you live outside of the St. Joseph area (which prohibits you from being able to get to our office) and you cannot download the application, please call (816) 271-4505 to inform someone of your situation.

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Is there a deadline for the position I am interested in?

Each position lists an application deadline. Your completed application must be received by Human Resources by that date in order to be considered. Once the deadline has been met, the applications are reviewed.

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Do you keep resumes/applications on file?

Yes, but not to use for applying for other positions. These resumes/applications are kept in a position file for the particular position for which you applied. These files are stored away for two years once the position has been filled. We cannot go into these files and retrieve your old applications and/or resumes for future use. You must submit new application material for each position you apply for.

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Do I have to fill out a separate application for each position I apply for?

Yes! These applications go to different hiring search committee’s. They are also kept in separate position files. If your application refers to more than one position on the title section, it will automatically be applied to the position(s) noted.

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Can I contact the search committee for more information?

No. Unfortunately, we cannot release the names of the search committee members for the positions we have available. If we did so, they would be getting numerous calls from applicants. That may interfere with their regular job duties and may end up slowing down the hiring process in the long run. Besides, that's what we are here for. If you called them, they would just forward your call or refer you to us in HR. If you have additional questions about the specific job(s) you are applying for- that we cannot answer - you could ask them in an interview, once they have scheduled one with you.

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Can I get a hard copy of the Job Opportunities Posting?

No. You can view our job posting outside of our office on the bulletin board or here on our web site.

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If I bring one copy of my application materials to your office, will you make copies for me?

No. Due to the numerous requests for this service, we are unable to make copies of application materials for applicants. You should take care of this on your own.

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What is the salary range for a position I am interested in or a position I applied for?

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