Only applications and/or resumes submitted through the online applicant tracking system will be considered for employment. Unsolicited applications/resumes for unspecified positions are not accepted.

A Close Date means that the advertisement will no longer be available on the job site and no one will be able to apply after the close date. A Review Date means that the hiring department will start screening applications on this date and preparing for the interview process. If a viable candidate is found during the initial review, applications submitted after the review date may not be considered.

Only apply for jobs for which you believe you are qualified. All jobs have a minimum qualification section in the advertisement. You should make sure that you meet these qualifications.  Applying for multiple jobs will not improve your chances of being hired. Interviews are received based on prior demonstrated experience and/or education required for each specific position.

To create an online application, go to the applicant tracking system and search for a position that interests you. Follow the online steps to create your application.

Some jobs are filled quickly while others may take a few months. Many factors go into creating a timeline such as availability of the search committee members, applicant schedules, and room availability. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those who do not receive an interview will be notified once the position has been filled.

You can view your status online by logging into your online account and clicking “Returning User – Login” at the top right sidebar. If you feel you need to make contact with the hiring manager or the department, use good judgment in determining the way you contact and the number of times you follow up. “In Process” means that the search is still underway and no offer has been accepted. “Job Filled” means that an applicant has been chosen and hired.

The hiring department, along with a staffing specialist from the Division of Human Resources, will review applicants and screen the application/resume against the minimum and preferred qualifications listed in the job posting. For faculty positions, the search committee members will review resumes and determine who is recommended for interview.

No. Only the most competitive applicants will be interviewed for a job. Each applicant pool is different, so you may be extremely competitive in one applicant pool but not another for the same job type because of different applicants in the different pools.

For additional questions, contact the HR Service Center at hrservicecenter@vt.edu or 540-231-9331.