3120A - SELECTION OF PROFESSIONAL PERSONNEL

1. Introduction

   1. The Corporation shall make recommendations for all appointments to positions on the basis of a person's professional qualifications.

   2. Each position shall have a job description which shall include, but not be limited to, the following information:

      1. the position title

      2. its function

      3. a listing of the responsibilities and authorizations assigned to the position

      4. a description of the reporting and supervisory relationships of the position

   3. Applications are invited for all staff openings from present staff members.

2. Qualifications

   1. The qualities desired beyond the minimum certification requirements are:

      1. formal training appropriate to the duties and responsibilities of the particular position;

      2. experience, both quantitative and qualitative, related to the particular position;

      3. demonstrated ability in the particular position;

      4. demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with others, both with those of greater and lesser responsibility and authority;

      5. evidence of high educational and professional standards;

      6. evidence of commitment to professional growth;

      7. evidence of professional work habits and conduct consistent with the ethics of the profession.

   2. Each candidate shall submit the following information in the form requested by the Corporation:

      1. personal data, limited to those allowed by law

      2. certificates held

      3. record of educational and professional training (including transcripts)

      4. record of experience applicable to the position, e.g. teaching, counseling, administration, etc.

      5. reports from references: and/or verification of employment

3. Selection Process

   1. Application Procedure
      
      All applications and all placement office credentials shall be submitted through the online website Applicant Portal managed by the Human Resource Office which will note date of receipt.

   2. Interview Procedure
      (Not for Principals or Central Office Positions)

      1. The Office of Human Resources or applicable administrators shall independently review the application(s) and then reach consensus on the applicants to be interviewed.

      2. Checking of credentials should include, in addition to letters of reference, direct telephone calls to the person's recent supervisor(s) or employer.  Such information shall be maintained in a confidential file restricted to supervisory and official use only so as to protect the source(s) of the information and the privacy of the applicant.

      3. All necessary certification, training, and experience is documented.

      4. After all interviews have been completed, the Office of Human Resources submits the recommended candidate to the Board. Prior to the recommendation, a criminal history check will be conducted.

      5. When possible both successful and unsuccessful candidates shall be notified of the Corporation's employment decision.

   3. Procedure for Principals
      
      If the opening is for a principalship, an interview committee may consisting of:

      1. District Administrator(s)

      2. members of the professional staff

      3. parent(s)

      4. support staff

 shall be selected to assist in the interview process.

The interview committee shall participate in the interview sessions with the candidates.

At the end of the interview process, each member of the selection committee is to independently determine those candidates that s/he thinks should receive further consideration. Additional interviews and final recommendation shall be the responsibility of the Superintendent.

4. Procedure for Central Office Positions
   
   The interview/selection procedure for professional staff with administrative responsibilities at the Corporation level shall be established by the Superintendent, appropriate for the position.
   
   During all phases of all screening, interviewing, and selection process, the Equal Opportunity Employment Policy 3122 shall be adhered to by all personnel involved.
5. Employment Procedure
    
   1. The hiring Administrator or the Office of Human Resources shall make an offer of employment and remuneration contingent upon Board approval and, upon acceptance by the successful candidate, initiate a contract or letter of intent which will include:
       
      1. terms of employment including wages;
      2. length of contract; (Bargaining Unit and Administration only)
      3. job title and person to whom responsible.
   2. Upon acceptance, the new staff member shall report to the Office of Human Resources to fill out any necessary forms.
   3. All documents concerning employment shall be attached to the application and filed in the Office of Human Resources. (See AG 8320 – Personnel Records)
   4. The new staff member is to be properly oriented by his/her supervisor.

Revised 11/14/16