Assessed hypotheses concerning noncompensatory model of organizational choice with graduating college students (N=96) who provided information regarding organizations they were interviewing with, as well as measures of acceptability and choice for their various alternatives. Results indicated that subjects did use various minimum/special…

To be effective, a college recruitment program must accomplish two goals: (1) it must market the organization to students and to those who influence students, and (2) it must assess job candidates to ensure that offers are made to the right people. (JOW)

Presents suggestions on how to talk about scholarship: (1) recall the history of the dissertation subject that was chosen; (2) review both areas of knowledge and ignorance; (3) find words to describe the direction of the dissertation; and (4) ruminate on what things are loved about the enterprise--defining the literary style of another, for…

Examined impact of social contacts on getting a job. Workers (n=720) were interviewed to discover source of information about their most recent job. Results showed that social contacts were most frequently used resources during job-getting process and that these personal contacts were used more often in some occupational environments than in…

Surveyed 171 small organizations that employed professional-level staff to examine what managers of small organizations value in professional-level employees and how they recruit potential employees. Most frequent recruitment methods included personal referrals, classified ads, and referrals from current employees. (NB)

The Private Industry Council of Southeast Los Angeles County provides such services as coping and financial counseling, child care assistance, relocation assistance, basic and remedial education, English-as-a-Second-Language training, retraining, and job placement assistance. (JOW)

Presents guidelines for interviewing job candidates with disabilities, in terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Addresses reasonable accommodation issues. (SK)

One company created a process to fill job vacancies from within through the use of an electronic job-posting system. A computerized skills bank of employees was developed which human resource managers can search for appropriate candidates for job openings. Employees benefit through access to employment opportunities and organizations can maximize…

Among 25 female participants and 20 nonparticipants in "Effective Presentation," a professional appearance and self-image program, low self-monitors were more likely to participate; low public self-consciousness did not correlate with participation. Generally low scores on both scales indicate a need for self-presentation preparation for…

When 54 campus recruiters identified best-fitting and worst-fitting applicants, the most frequently mentioned determinants of fit were job-related coursework or experience and such characteristics as articulateness, appearance, and communication skills. Organization-based fit dimensions were mentioned but to a lesser extent. (SK)

Presents interviewing tips for prospective teachers: gather information on the school before the interview, answer questions directly, notice interviewers' body language, close on a strong note, and remember to discuss extracurricular activities. (SK)

Advises new professionals seeking their first academic position to consider these factors: educational background and achievements of department faculty, support for faculty development, respect and leadership of the chair, financial support for professional activities, treatment during the interview, graduate placement, and co-workers'…

A method for objective preemployment interviewing that saves time and money includes (1) identifying, defining, and quantifying relevant information about applicants; (2) interpreting applicants' verbal, vocal, and visual behaviors; and (3) using interviewing techniques that could elicit more accurate information. (SK)

The following issues should be considered in charging fees to job applicants to take examinations in public agencies: legal authority to charge, purpose of fee, disposition of the money, how much to charge, whether refunds are given, effect on affirmative action, waivers for inability to pay, effect on attendance at the exam, and how much revenue…

Discusses why public sector organizations should focus on developing employment websites to supplement recruiting activities. Presents a model of job surfer behavior that should be considered when designing a website. (Contains 48 notes and references.) (JOW)