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Advertising a Position

Consult with your Human Resources Representative at the outset of posting to make a decision to advertise. The decision to advertise should be considered if your position has traditionally been hard to fill or the posting generates a small pool of candidates. (See Tips on Recruiting a Diverse Staff). In the latter case, advertising in appropriate venues will help ensure that you attract a diverse pool of female and minority candidates.

Included in your ad should be:

  • An overall description of the basic functions and responsibilities of the position;
  • A general description of your department (i.e. size, budget, reporting relationships (optional);
  • A more specific explanation of the duties of the position and expectations of the candidate;
  • Candidate selection criteria;
  • Detailed information on how to apply for the position;
  • A deadline date for application (if applicable);
  • University of Michigan Affirmative Action/Non-Discrimination statement.
    • The University of Michigan, as an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.

Possible sources for advertising include:

  • Word-of-mouth
  • Newspapers (i.e. local/ethnic)
  • Professional Publications
  • Professional/Ethnic Organizations
  • Sororities
  • Fraternities
  • Radio
  • Television/Cable T.V.
  • Unemployment Office
  • Union Halls
  • Religious/Social Organizations

Utilize the services of your Human Resources Representative to help you decide where and how to place your ad and for what period of time.

*Regional Campus procedures may be different for placing and paying for advertisments. UM-Flint Human Resources Service Center will contact the publication(s) directly and will confirm the placement of your ad(s) after you have authorized/reviewed the costs and approved them. UM-Flint Human Resources Service Center will obtain and forward Purchase Requisition for processing.

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