Successful Searches

Recruiting and hiring people to work at the University of Arizona is one of our most important shared responsibilities. This web page has a variety of materials to help you conduct complete, competitive and effective searches. The Guide to Successful Searches provides a comprehensive look at the search process and important background information regarding laws, regulations and policies that inform best practices. Appendices A-G provide more detailed resources, such as a checklist you may use to plan a search process, sample letters to candidates, and sample questions for interviews and reference checks.

When you read the guide online, you will come across links to each of the seven appendices. Alternatively, you may choose to access any appendix directly by clicking on its link below.

• A Guide to Successful Searches
• Appendix A - A Successful Search Checklist
• Appendix B - Library of Interview Questions
• Appendix C - Questions to Avoid - Don’t Risk It!
• Appendix D - UA Career Track Codes/Reasons
• Appendix E - Sample Reference Check Questions
• Appendix F - Sample Letters
• Appendix G - Relevant Policies and Web Resources