Advertising

Human Resources shall be responsible for ensuring that the advertising of the vacant position is in accordance with this policy.

1. Advertising Media
   
   Positions may be advertised in electronic or print media which have a national, state or local audience. A search that is national is generally advertised in The Chronicle of Higher Education and journals or newsletters (online or print). All positions shall be advertised on the University’s website.
    
2. Duration of Advertisement
   
   All advertisements should include the following non-discrimination statement: Winston-Salem State University is dedicated to providing equal opportunity in admissions and employment based on merit, and without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or political affiliation according to state and federal laws.
    
3. Non-Discrimination Statement
   
   All advertisements should include the following non-discrimination statement: Winston-Salem State University is dedicated to providing equal opportunity in admissions and employment based on merit, and without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or political affiliation according to state and federal laws.
    
4. Content
   
   At a minimum, all advertisements must include the title of the position, name of the recruiting unit, position description, educational requirements (minimum and preferred), qualifications (minimum and preferred) application deadline (if any), affirmative action statement, employment background check statement, instructions for applying (to include application materials that must be submitted) and the names/addresses/telephone numbers of at least three (3) individuals who are familiar with the applicant’s employment history.
    
5. Background check
   
   All advertisements for EHRA positions shall include the following statement: This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).
    
6. Advertising Cost
   
   The cost of the advertisement(s) shall be paid from the hiring department’s budget.