TO GET A JOB

This ain’t your mother’s job search !!!

The Basics

• Jobs don’t find you, you find jobs• The application process• Preparing for a phone interview• What to do (and not do) if you’re

invited on campus• Cleaning up the mess

Jobs Don’t Find You, You Find Jobs• Where/how to look for a job

higheredjobs.com http://www.higheredjobs.com/admin/search.cfm?JobCat=40

cccu.org http://careers.cccu.org/search/results/?job_category=1201&ss=0&sec=browse

studentaffairs.com http://jobs.studentaffairs.com/#search

chronicle.com http://chronicle.com/section/Jobs/61/

acsdhome.org http://www.acsd.org/

. Ask around, contact past supervisors, network

The Application Process

• Compile your resume- include pertinent professional and

educational information- schedule an appointment to have your

materials reviewed/edited• Have your information ready

- contact references before using them- verify correct contact information- make sure your application information

matches your resume information• Pay attention to time lines/deadlines and

requirements

Preparing for a Phone Interview

• Do your homework. Check the website for history, mission, and other important institutional information (Fit is it)

• Study the structure of the overall department, know who does what

• Have examples of projects/initiatives that you’ve been a part of a be prepared to talk about them

• Develop questions based on your research

What to Do (and not do) if You’re Invited On Campus

• Assume you are covering your costs (travel, meals, lodging)

• Dress professionally. You should be the best dressed person at your interview

• Remember that the interview process starts with the first person you meet

• Be aware that negative people get negative results• It might be hard to believe, but you don’t know

everything. Demonstrate that you’re willing/excited to learn.

• Be prepared (read the materials you’re sent, be ready to ask questions, pay attention to non-verbal communication)

Cleaning Up the Mess

• Follow up your visit with an appropriate “Thank You” card (not an email)

• As hard as it might be, don’t call the institution repeatedly, give them time to complete interviews and make decisions

• If you are selected, stay in contact with your future supervisor through the transition process

• If you’re not selected, respond appropriately. You never know what the future might bring.