Appendix V: Communicating with the Candidates Checklist

  • Use a standardized set of job related questions for each candidate. Sample interview questions can be found in HR’s Hiring Manager’s Toolbox: https://hr.unl.edu/employment/toolbox/interviewquestions.pdf
  • Ensure anyone interacting with the candidate has been given guidelines for appropriate protocol to establish an inclusive and equitable interview environment.
  • Ensure anyone interacting with the candidate knows who to refer candidates to with questions regarding benefits, hiring packages, relocation information, etc.
  • The department should prepare a welcome package for the candidate that includes:
    • A printed/electronic itinerary;
    • University information;
    • City information; and
    • Contact information for hiring manager/official and if applicable, search committee members.
  • Arrange for the candidate to meet with people outside the department or college that may relate to diversity and inclusion concerns of the candidate.
  • Arrange a tour of Lincoln, if applicable.