Staff Handbook

All University vacancies, including part-time and work-study positions, are posted on the University web site at: http://hr.uark.edu/employment/ and regular benefited classified positions are also described in a notebook in University of Arkansas Human Resources. A separate notebook in Human Resources contains descriptions of all vacant non-classified positions. Non-classified positions are also listed in the Office of Affirmative Action. The web site also lists selected off-campus part-time positions. Human Resources publishes a one-page Job Opportunities List which gives summary information about all classified and non-classified positions for which applications are currently being accepted. State minimum qualifications for most job titles may be found at the web site listed above.

The University has a standard application form for classified positions only. You may apply for classified positions in Human Resources. You will be given a brief screening interview to determine your qualifications and interests and you will be given the opportunity to take software skills tests if the positions you are interested in require competency in software use. When information on your application has changed, you should complete a new application to make certain it is up-to-date and accurate.

If you meet the minimum or preferred qualifications (depending on which the hiring department has specified) for a position you are interested in, your application will be sent to the department where the vacancy exists. If you wish to submit a resume with your application, you may do so and it will be transmitted along with your application and software skills test scores. The hiring department will be responsible for scheduling an interview or otherwise informing you about the status of your application once it leaves Human Resources.

Application procedures for non-classified positions are explained in the individual position announcements. There is not a standard University application form for these positions, and application is made directly to the department in which the vacancy exists. Information about where to send your application materials and about the information or documents required for application is usually contained in the position announcement. Human Resources does not accept applications for non-classified positions, but does have information about currently open positions.

If you are currently a University employee, you may apply for any vacant position by following the procedures outlined above. See also Section 4.5, Promotions.