How should you present your skills and experience for the best shot of getting interviews for UO jobs? Some things to consider:

• Make it easy for the hiring committee to understand 1. how your skills and experience meet the minimum qualifications for the job, and 2. how long you worked at each job. Include dates for each past position. When in doubt, be more clear. 
• Minimum qualifications are very important. Show us how you meet them. Review the minimum qualifications for the job you're applying for and consider whether you have the required experience. We encourage you to think about how your skills and experience might apply to the qualifications in less conventional ways. But you need to show us this in your resumé and/or your cover letter. 
• Past job titles don't always tell the full story. For example, if you're applying for a job that requires supervisory experience, and you've had a "director" title, your materials should state clearly whether you supervised employees in that role. Don't assume the hiring committee will know that you were a supervisor from your title.
• It's okay to tailor your resumé to each job you apply for to highlight the particular skills and experience that are most relevant to that job.
• But please do not include personal information like photographs, marital status, or whether you have children. This type of information isn't related to your qualifications for the job, and we can't legally consider it.

Here are some things to know about hiring processes at the UO:

• Pay attention to the "Review Begins" date. If you submit your materials after this date, your application might not be considered no matter how good of a match your experience and skills are.
• Fair and equitable searches take time. Our hiring committees review applications thoroughly against objective, pre-determined criteria. This means you might not receive a personal contact for a while, but try to be patient. (We get it–applying for jobs is nerve-wracking!)
• Apply to as many jobs as interest you! You will not be penalized for applying for jobs in multiple departments. 
• Don't give up. We regularly see applicants land jobs after applying multiple times.
• Follow any "Special Instructions to Applicants" in the job posting. Some positions require special materials or answers to questions.
• You do not need to submit a cover letter if the job posting doesn't ask for one. However, if you need to explain transferrable skills or unique qualifications, a cover letter could add value.
• Make sure your application is complete before you submit. If you need to make changes or add materials, you will need to withdraw your application and resubmit it.

Below are some things to keep in mind as you prepare for a job interview:

• Think about typical interview questions and prepare for them. For example, you may be asked to describe your experience performing work relevant to the job, how you've handled challenges, the type of environment you thrive in, how you keep your tasks organized and on track, and what interests you about the role. It never hurts to think about your responses to likely questions in advance!
• Be ready to share specific examples from your experience that highlight the requirements, duties, and professional competencies listed in the job posting.
• Ask questions. Most interview committees will leave time in the interview for you to ask them questions about the job, the department, and the UO. Asking questions demonstrates that you've thought about the position and begun to picture yourself in the role.