HIRING CHECKLIST

• ·         Write a Job Description describing essential job functions.
• ·         Complete Position Request Form.
• ·         Have the job description reviewed by current employees and supervisors.
• ·         Post the job internally.
• ·         Contact a recruiting agency.
• ·         Place help wanted ads in a wide range of sources.
• ·         Post on web site.
• ·         Accept resumes.
• ·         Accept completed job applications.
• ·         Screen resumes and job applications.
• ·         Conduct Pre-Interview Questionnaire.
• ·         Prepare interview questions.
• ·         Conduct interviews. Involve co-employees. Consider group interviews.
• ·         Complete Applicant Appraisal Form.
• ·         Complete Co-Employee Applicant Appraisal Form.
• ·         Call references (employers, schools, etc.). Also call people other than listed “references.”
• ·         Use a Post Employment Release of Employment Information Form where necessary.
• ·         Perform background checks (DMV, credit, criminal background, etc.).
• ·         Perform character assessment.
• ·         Inquire about any trade secret or confidentiality agreements with former employers.
• ·         Test for job skills.
• ·         Write the offer or rejection letters.
• ·         Give necessary post-offer/pre-hire drug or physical tests..
• ·         Memorialize the terms of employment and have the employee sign any contract.
• ·         Have the new employee review and sign Employee Handbook, Trade Secret and Confidentiality
• ·         Agreement, Safety Program Acknowledgement, Arbitration Agreement & any other applicable.
• ·         Introduce the new employee to your training and orientation program.
• ·         Pay any referral or retention bonuses.
• ·         Provide state required pamphlets (sexual harassment and workers compensation)