Recruiting Philosophy

The University of Denver recognizes that to fulfill its mission it requires a diverse group of highly qualified employees – educators, researchers, administrators and support staff. 

Recruiting Philosophy

DU Hiring Process

Background Checks/References

Interviewing

Job Fairs/Recruiting

Advertising

Posting a Position

Hiring International Student Employees

Changing a Position

Hiring Workshops for Managers

 
 

ONLINE TOOL FOR
JOB POSTING AND APPLICANT TRACKING!


This integrated, all-inclusive employment site, www.dujobs.org/hr, will facilitate and automate many of the labor intensive, paper driven aspects of the recruitment, employment application, and hiring process.


Click here for details and to learn about the many benefits for hiring managers and job seekers!

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Background Checks/References

Checking out a prospective employee is essential to success! Criminal background checks are required for every new prospective employee at DU.  Click here to download the background check form with disclosure & authorization materials, or the worker's compensation release form.

  • We can also do reference checks on education and experience on your final candidates for a minimal cost.
  • We will provide you with informational packets on how to do your own reference checks if you are looking for guidance.

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Interviewing

We understand that interviewing can be time consuming and costly. The employment office offers the following services at no cost to you:

  • Phone Interviewing
  • One on One Interviews including:
    • Screening for Basic Qualifications
    • The Traditional Interview
    • Behavioral Based Interviewing
  • Interviewing candidates with you

There are numerous ways to find quality individuals using various interviewing methods. Contact the employment office for ideas, interview questions, and other interview related issues.

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Job Fairs/Recruiting

Job Fairs are one way in which the University of Denver is able to find applicants who meet specific criteria or qualifications that would benefit you department. To find out more about upcoming job fairs and ways they can work for you, please call us for more details.

We also work with over 70 community agencies to help you find a diverse workforce.

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Advertising

Submissions for posting Sunday classified advertising in local newspapers are due in Human Resources by Wednesday at noon. Any other publication deadlines are available by calling Human Resources at (303) 871-7420.  Request for Classified Advertising forms must be completed and attached to the requisition.

Advertising Manual

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Hiring International Student Employees

Are you considering hiring an international student? Are you aware of the regulations placed on international students for employment?

The Office of Internationalization, in conjunction with Human Resources and the Payroll department work together to insure international students are properly hired with the correct documentation.

Please see the hiring checklist and the timeline for more information on hiring international employees. International students can make wonderful additions to your team. 

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Posting a Position

Questions about posting positions at www.dujobs.org/hr can be answered by calling Human Resources at (303) 871-3723.

Tutorial for Posting a Position - Coming Soon

Reference Letter Tool Guide

Job Description - email to hr-postings@du.edu

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Changing a Position

A change in position is defined as any amendment made to a current position. This may include a change in title, FTE, salary, etc. The following documentation is needed to process this request:

Directions for Changing a Position

PCR-Position & Change Request

Job Description - email to hr-postings@du.edu

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Hiring Workshops for Managers

Human Resources offers periodic training sessions on "The Hiring Process at DU" and "Interviewing Techniques". For information on these and other training sessions, call the Human Resource Department or check out our web calendar.

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