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Hiring Guide Glossary

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Position Description (PD)

The formal, up-to-date document that accurately defines and outlines the responsibilities, duties, and necessary qualifications for a specific role.

Requisition

The formal request was submitted via the HR portal "Talent Assist" to officially begin the hiring process.

Hiring Manager

The individual primarily responsible for overseeing the search process and who will serve as the direct supervisor for the filled role.

Business Manager

The key role is responsible for providing financial oversight and budgetary approvals for the position.

Search Committee

A selected group (often including faculty and staff) that participates in the early screening and evaluation of candidates for a position.

SHOP

Acronym for Standard Hiring Operating Procedures, a document providing standardized guidelines and definitions for the staff hiring process.

Onboarding

A process that spans the entire lifecycle from offer acceptance through the first several months, designed to help a new employee transition successfully into their role and department culture.

Benefits Orientation

The process where new employees are educated on and select their medical and other benefits, which must typically be completed within 30 days of the start date.

PageUp (Talent Management System)

The central platform (Applicant Tracking System or ATS) is used for recruitment, housing position descriptions, managing performance reviews, and tracking learning opportunities.

TimeClock Plus

A system used by the Payroll department where time is regularly logged and approved.

Provisional Performance Review

The performance evaluation that typically occurs at the end of the provisional period.

FTE (Full Time Equivelency)

The percentage of a full-time schedule that your new employee is expected to work.

Confidentiality Agreement

An agreement that safeguards sensitive applicant and search data and requires all parties to maintain confidentiality.

Advertising Channel

A digital location where your job posting can be viewed by potential applicants.