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Lean Signup
Get more information To learn more, please consult these documents and schedule a meeting with one of our team members: Lean Pre-meeting Q&A (pdf): A brief description of what Lean is and…
Performance Based Pay
For staff employed in positions classified within bands A through I, pay advancement is achieved based on individual performance and pay improvement budgets. Staff who are consistently effective…
Wellbeing & Leaves
People Leaders play an important role in enabling employee wellbeing and facilitating employees needs through crises and leaves.Employee Wellbeing at CornellWellbeing is a multifaceted and…
Executive Search Firms
Recruiting for top talent in a competitive job market is a daunting task for employers. There are times when it may be necessary to engage the expertise of an executive search firm to help identify…
Job Search Advertising Guide
All ads should be written with the intention of attracting a pool of qualified applicants who are able to accomplish the essential functions of the position. Care should be taken to accurately state…
Best Practices for Various Types of Interviews
Video, virtual and phone interviews are essential tools in the recruiting and hiring process; enabling more candidates to participate in the process. Video Interviews Best Practices…
Checking References
Cornell University Non-academic (Staff and Union) Reference Check ProcessA reference check is required for any applicant (internal or external) to whom an offer of benefits-eligible employment is to…
Leadership Skills for Success Interview Questions
How to use Cornell's Leadership Skills for Success model to gauge a candidate's behavioral competencies.See more on the Leadership Skills for Success webpage.IntegrityDefinitionAs…
Skills for Success Interview Questions
How to use Cornell's Skills for Success model to gauge a candidate's behavioral competencies.See more on the Skills for Success webpage.IntegrityDefinitionInteract with integrity, so…
Temp Agency Guidelines
Pointers for engaging a temp agency and tips to help keep your temp hires on track. Roles and Responsibilities Cornell Hiring Manager Job Description: Clearly communicate…
Dual Career Program
Recruiting first-rate faculty and staff is a top priority for Cornell. The Cornell Dual Career Program offers job search information and assistance to dual career spouses or partners.EligibilityMore…
Initiating a Position Evaluation and Analysis Review
A position evaluation review may be initiated by a current staff incumbent, a manager/supervisor, or a College/Unit Human Resources representative. Position evaluation reviews may be initiated…
Recorded Meetings & Media
In today’s technology-centric world, it is important to assume that anything written or said might later be made public. What To Know New York State law permits one person in a…
Graystone Group
In order to present Cornell in a professional and consistent manner, to simplify the process of placing employment ads in sources outside of Cornell, and to take advantage of significant cost savings…
Interviewer Biases
It is important for interviewers to understand and avoid biases that can affect the outcome of the interview. The following are some examples of interviewer bias: Stereotyping Forming…
Guidelines for Giving Employment References
It is the aim of Cornell University to support and assist current and former employees in their efforts to secure new positions either within or outside of the university. To that end, the university…
Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers
Cornell University, as an operator of commercial motor vehicles is required to be in compliance with the regulations set forth in CFR 49 and NYCRR, Title 17. Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers If…
Performance Improvement: For People Leaders
The university’s philosophy on improving performance and behavior is corrective and progressive.Whenever possible, the university encourages informal resolutions to problems including coaching,…
Temporary and Casual Appointments
Definitions A temporary appointment is a work engagement of at least 20 hours per week with a term of employment of less than six consecutive months. A casual appointment is a work engagement…
Unlawful Inquiries
Unlawful Inquiries The New York State Human Rights Law prohibits pre-employment and certain other inquiries as to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status or…