hiring process
A step-by-step guide for after you have completed your online job submission​​​​​
Step 1:
Application confirmation
Step 2:
We may reach out for more information
Step 3:
You may be contacted for an interview
Step 4:
You may be interviewed by phone, video, or in person
Step 5:
An online assessment may be conducted for some roles
Step 6:
A job offer may be presented
Step 7:
Background check/drug screen
ABOUT “BEHAVIORAL INTERVIEWING”
Maybe you’ve heard that recruiters are moving away from traditional “tell-me-about-yourself” interviews. Now, some are using what’s called “behavioral interviewing.” But it’s just another way to try and predict your future performance based on the past. The questions in a behavioral interview are set up with a format known as STAR: Situation, Task, Action, Result.
IDENTIFY AND PRACTICE YOUR S.T.A.R. STORIES
IDENTIFY AND PRACTICE YOUR S.T.A.R. STORIES
S.T.A.R.
Situation, Task, Action, and Result.
​​​​​​​Share specific details about how you used your skills and experience to deliver business results.
Situation:
Show your ability to deal with conflict and change management when something unexpected happened.
Task:
Tell how your leadership capabilities enabled you to determine the best way forward.
Action:
Explain how you used your skills and experience to resolve the situation.
Result:
Express how your resolve and commitment helped you achieve the best possible outcome.
Keep it professional
Use words and take actions that are appropriate to a business setting.
It’s not necessary to address the interviewer as “Sir” or “Madam.”
Gradually move from a formal to first-name basis to build rapport.
Express yourself in a positive way.
Position past challenges as opportunities that resulted in success.
Use positive body language: Good posture, eye contact and a firm handshake.
​​​​​​​Dress for success by looking tasteful, neat, and clean.
Don’t use too much business terminology (less is more).
Ask questions to decide if the role is right for you (How is success measured? What challenges lie ahead?)
Ask about the next steps in the hiring process.
Thank the interviewer for her or his time.
Focus On
Quantifying your accomplishments and results
Reinforcing experience and performance related to the position
Emphasizing keywords related to the job description
Tailoring your resume to your audience
Notifying your professional references and keeping them up to date
Being concise: Keep your resume to two pages
Avoid
Using business jargon and too many acronyms
Using a general resume not tailored to a specific role
Including information unrelated to employment (like marital status or hobbies)
Typos, misspellings, and grammatical errors
Include
Qualifications summary: An overview of key experiences and results
Work experience in chronological order
(most recent at top)Certifications and affiliations
Awards and recognitions
Education and relevant training or workshops
Testimonials from clients, leaders, instructors, and mentors
References