The Hiring Process at Texas A&M

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Step 1: Apply

Every staff role at Texas A&M starts with an application through our Workday portal. Depending on the position, your application may require some or all of the following:

• Resume or CV
• Cover Letter (if applicable)
• Portfolio with examples of work (if applicable)

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HROE partners with the Division of Faculty Affairs for faculty candidates. Prospective faculty members should visit Faculty Affairs to view and apply to openings.

Step 2: Discover Texas A&M

Texas A&M University opened in 1876 as the state's first public institution of higher learning. Today, we are a research-intensive main university dedicated to sending leaders out into the world prepared to take on the challenges of tomorrow. Learn more about our university, including our goals, mission, values, locations, leadership and history.

Step 3: Application Review - by a Human

Your application is reviewed by a member of our HR Professional Team – a real person who wants to understand your background and how it aligns with the role. Due to application volume, not all candidates will advance, but every application is thoughtfully reviewed.

Step 4: Interview & Assessment

Depending on the position, your interview process may include one or more of the following:

• Recruiting interview/Phone Screen: An introductory phone or video conversation with a member of our Talent Acquisition Team
• Hiring Manager interview: A deeper conversation, via video call or in-person, focused on your experience and fit for the role
• Panel Interview: A collobrative interview with team members

Skill Assessment: Some positions may require a skill assessment. These assessments are role-specific and represent just one factor in our holistic review of your candidacy. We administer our skill assessments through eSkill, a secure and trusted online platform.

Step 5: References

References give us the opportunity to hear from people who have worked alongside or supervised you. Our standard is to ask for 3 professional references; however, this can vary by position. We administer our references utilizing Xref, a secure online platform, to make the process simple for you and your references. Be sure to check your spam folder regularly during the interview process for the email from Xref.

Step 6: Offer

1. Verbal Offer: When a decision has been made, your supervisor or a member of our HR team will reach out to you directly by phone to extend a verbal offer. This conversation is your opportunity to ask questions about your compensation, benefits, and anticipated start date. We want you to feel confident and excited before you ever sign on the dotted line.
2. Written offer: Following your verbal offer, you will receive an official written offer through Workday.

Step 7: Pre-Employment Steps

Before your start date, you’ll complete a few required steps.

• Background Check – First Advantage: All new employees are required to complete a background check, administered through our trusted partner, First Advantage. You will receive an email directly from First Advantage with instructions to complete your background check securely online
• Degree Verification – National Student Clearinghouse: For positions that require a specific level of education, Texas A&M verifies academic credentials through the National Student Clearinghouse. If this applies to your role, you will be notified during the HR paperwork and may be asked to provide supporting documentation.
• Drug Testing: Certain positions at Texas A&M require pre-employment drug testing. If your role requires this step, your HR contact will communicate details to you directly.
• HR Paperwork Content: Your onboarding HR paperwork will be coordinated with the support of your HR contact. Here’s what to expect:
  • Prospective Hire Form - Capture key personal and employment information to begin your official record at Texas A&M.
  • Form I-9 & E-Verify - Federal requirement to verify your idenity and authorization to work in the United States at Texas A&M. This process begins ahead of your start date. You will receive an email from our partner Perfect Compliance with a link to complete Section 1 of your Form I-9 securely online. Section 2 of your Form I-9 is completed in the presence of a HR Professional on your start date.
  • NetID Creation - Your NetID is your gateway to Texas A&M’s systems, email, and digital resources.