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Employment

Georgia State University, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an equal opportunity educational institution and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Is The Job Still Open?
All jobs that are currently posted are open.

Definition of Applicant

In compliance with the Office of Federal Contractor's Compliance Programs (OFCCP) October 7, 2005 ruling, Georgia State University has adopted the following definition of an applicant:

• An individual must submit an expression of interest for a specific job.
• The individual possesses the basic qualifications for the position (including materials requested).
• And the individual at no point during the selection process prior to receiving an offer of employment from the contractor (employer) removes himself or herself from further consideration or otherwise indicates that s/he is no longer interested in the position.

Unsolicited Application Materials
Only materials that identify a specific, currently vacant position by job number will be accepted as "applications". Unsolicited resumes, or materials requesting general consideration for any position, will not be considered to be applications or retained. Applications previously submitted are not automatically matched with new vacant positions. Applicants must request consideration for each vacant position.

Application Materials
After completely filling out an application form, applicants may apply for as many positions as they choose, keeping in mind that only those who have met the minimum requirements will be considered for a position. When applying for a specific position, applicants must attach all of the required documents. In most cases, the hiring manager will request that applicants attach a resume and cover letter; however, certain positions require additional attachments. For example, some may request that applicants attach writing samples, transcripts, recommendation letters, or any other document the hiring manager requests. Applicants must attach ALL of the required documents in order to be considered for a position. Applications that do not have all the required materials attached are incomplete, and will not be processed. Information on the required documents for a position is located under the “Special Instructions to Applicants” section of the “Position Information” page.

If an applicant does not have all of the required documents when applying for a position, simply select the “Attach Additional Documents Later” button. This feature will allow applicants to return to the website at a later time and complete the attachment process. Please keep in mind that if an applicant chooses the “Attach Additional Documents Later” feature, the application will be incomplete and will remain so until all of the required documents are attached. If applicants choose to complete the attachment process at a later time, please pay special attention to the position closing date. Applicants will not be allowed to complete the attachment process if the position is closed. Remember, the Office of Staff Recruitment & Retention does not process incomplete applications.

Internal Applicants Only
Positions with this designation are available to current Benefits Eligible Georgia State University employees only.

Keep a Copy for Your Own Record
Candidates should retain a copy of their application materials. Once submitted, applications, résumés, work samples, etc. become a permanent part of Employment Office files and may not be retrieved. We also recommend keeping a copy of the job posting. After the position closes, copies are not be available.

Open Records
Information provided with your application materials is subject to the Georgia Open Records Act (O.C.G.A.§50-18-70).

Ways to Apply
Candidates may apply by mail, fax, e-mail or in person for positions that do not require skill demonstrations such as typing tests. Materials may be faxed to 404-413-3275. All faxed materials must include the position number for which the resume is submitted. Materials may be e-mailed to Jobs@gsu.edu. Please remember to include references or any other specified materials.
Kindly put the number of the job you are applying for in the subject of your e-mail.

Will I Hear From the Department?
If you want to know if the position has been closed or filled yet, watch the daily job posting. As long as the position is still listed, that means the position has not been filled. Once a department "closes" a position, it means they are no longer accepting more applications, and the listing is removed from the job posting. It may be some time between the time a department closes the position and when they fill the position. All jobs must be posted for at least 5 working days before any offer can be made. But for many positions in universities, there can be long lag times (sometimes up to 6 months or more), between the time a job is posted and the time it is filled. If it's still on the posting, it's still an active vacancy.

If a hiring department wishes to interview you for a position, they will contact you directly. Most hiring managers prefer that applicants not contact them directly regarding the status of their consideration.

If you are interviewed but not selected for the position, many hiring departments will send finalist candidates a letter of regret, but this is a courtesy rather than a requirement.

Employment Eligibility
By federal law, if you are offered a position, you must present original documentation that establishes your identity and your eligibility to work in the United States. Failure to present acceptable documents within 3 days means you may not be employed. For a list of acceptable documents, ask the Employment Office front desk.

Criminal Convictions
By Board of Regents policy, convicted felons may not be employed by any unit of the University System of Georgia. Conviction of any criminal drug offense (even a misdemeanor) disqualifies a candidate for at least 2 years (1st offense) or at least 5 years (2nd offense).

Former Employees
Former employees who have been discharged, or who resigned in lieu of discharge, for reasons of misconduct, are not eligible for rehire at Georgia State University.

Background/Credit Checks
A position description marked with one asterisk (*) indicates that either a credit check or a criminal background investigation is required and will be conducted on the finalist candidate(s). Positions marked with two asterisks (**) require both a criminal background investigation and a credit check. Even if not required for a specific position, the University reserves the right to check criminal and other background information on all finalist applicants at its sole discretion. Checks may require up to two weeks to complete.

No Smoking
To protect the health of the University community, smoking is prohibited in all campus buildings.

Campus Crime Statistics
In compliance with state & federal law, the University's annual security report, describing campus safety programs, policies, and crime statistics, is available upon request from University Police, 404-651-2100 or from their website at http://www.gsu.edu/~wwwupo/safetynet.html.

Salary Information
Hiring salary offers will not be lower than the posted minimum rate for the position. Actual salary offers depend upon the skill and experience of the finalist candidate, as well as upon the resources available to the hiring department. Generally speaking, individuals who just meet the minimum hiring standards (MHSs) for the position are hired at or near the minimum rates. Individuals with considerable skills and experience beyond the MHSs may be hired at higher-than-minimum rates, up to the full market value for the position, if departmental resources and internal equity considerations permit. Offers beyond the full market value may be considered in exceptional circumstances with the concurrence of Human Resources and Affirmative Action. More salary information is available at the Classification and Compensation website.

Direct Deposit of Pay
All employees of Georgia State University receive their pay by automatic transfer to a bank account. Accounts can be set up through the University.