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EMPLOYMENT

INDEX

Staff Listing
Frequently Asked Questions
Job Line Telephone Number
Location of Posting Boards
Hiring Procedures
Application Process Homewood Campus
Staff Transfer Promotions
Position Categories by Work Schedule
I-9 Procedures
JHU Student Employment
Summer Hiring Information
Interviewing Techniques
Terminations
Exit Interviews
Employment Testing
Orientation Information
Community Outreach Program


STAFF LISTING

RECRUITERS

Pamela L.A. Barkett
Staff Relations/Employment Manager
Phone: 410-516-8052
E-Mail: plab@jhu.edu

Christine E. Dollard
Sr. Employment Specialist
Phone: 410-516-8658
E-Mail: cdollard@jhuadig.admin.jhu.edu

Katherine McCarron
Payroll Supervisor / Employment Specialist
Phone: 410-516-8980
E-Mail: kmccarron@jhu.edu

Joan Ostrowski
Senior Employment Specialist
Phone: 410-516-7931
E-Mail: jso@jhu.edu

Cherina L.McGee
Employment Specialist
Phone: 410-516-8659
E-Mail: cmcgee@jhuadig.admin.jhu.edu

EMPLOYMENT ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Rose Brooks
Sr. Human Resources Assistant
Phone: 410-516-3486
E-Mail: rbrooks@jhuadig.admin.jhu.edu

Ann Nizer
Administrative Assistant / Supervisor
Phone: 410-516-8557
E-Mail: ABN1@jhu.edu


Human Resources Assistant / Receptionist
Phone: 410-516-8048
E-Mail:

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What kinds of jobs are available at Johns Hopkins University?

A: To continue the JHU tradition of excellence, Hopkins needs skilled people to support its mission. Employment opportunities are available in such areas as professional, technical, health care, research, laboratory, office, administrative, secretarial, clerical and service or maintenance.

Q: How can I find out about current job opportunities on the Homewood Campus?

A: Refer to Current Employment Opportunities
Descriptions of open positions may be heard by calling the Job Line at 410-516-8140. In addition, all current job openings are posted on bulletin boards located on the Homewood Campus - across from the book store in Gilman Hall, and on the first floor of Garland Hall. You may also visit the Homewood Office of Human Resources at 119 Garland Hall, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or view current openings by visiting our web site
www.jhu.edu.

Q: Does the Homewood Campus also provide information about job openings at the East Baltimore Campus?

A: Yes. Job postings from the School of Medicine, School of Hygiene, Public Health & Nursing, Peabody, and the School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) in the Homewood Office of Human Resources. The job lines for each campus are listed below:

School of Medicine Job Line - 410-955-2115
Bloomberg School of Public Health and School of Nursing Job Line - 410-955-3025
Peabody - Call the Homewood Campus Job Line - 410-516-8140

Job opportunities for all campuses are listed in JHUniverse under Employment Opportunities.

Q: How do I apply for a position?

A: Qualified applicants (including current Hopkins Staff) must submit a completed application and / or resume and cover letter indicating the requisition number and job title to Homewood Human Resources, 119 Garland Hall, 3400 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD. 21218. Application materials may be mailed, faxed (410-516-2314), or dropped off in person. Applications received after the closing date, if one is listed, may not be considered.

Q: Can I apply for more than one job at a time?

A: Yes, however it is best to submit a separate application/resume for each job - with the appropriate job number indicated on the application material.

Q: Can I E-Mail my resume to your office?

A: No. At this time, we are not equipped to handle application materials sent via E-Mail.

Q: Can I bring an application for a position located at another Campus to the Homewood Office?

A: Yes. We will send your application to the appropriate campus through intercampus mail. In some instances this will take longer than if it is mailed or dropped off.

Q: How will I know that my application material has been received?

A: Each applicant will receive a post card acknowledging receipt of application materials. Post cards are mailed out at the end of each week.

Q: How will I know if I will be interviewed?

A: Individuals to be interviewed will be contacted by Human Resources staff.

Q: How do I get to the Human Resources Office at Homewood?

A: Please refer to the section on Directions or call 410-516-8048 for directions to the Homewood Campus.

Q: Where will I park?

A: Visitors to the Homewood Campus may park either in the visitor lot, located just in front of the grass field outside of Garland Hall, or at the parking meters surrounding the Garland field. The meters accept quarters only - 15 minutes for one quarter.

Q: What will happen at the interview?

A: You will complete a formal application (if you have not already done so), an authorization to check references, and if applicable, an authorization to verify college degree. You may be asked to take typing and spelling tests and may also be tested on various software packages. The interview will be conducted by an Employment Specialist, who will supply information about benefits, hiring procedures, JHU in general, and ask questions related to previous work experience, education, and skills related to the position. An interview with the departmental hiring official may follow.

Q: When will I know the results of the interview?

A: This will depend upon how many people are being interviewed, the schedules of the hiring officials, and various other factors. In most cases, applicants who have been interviewed can expect to hear back from the Employment Specialist within a week or two, it may take longer, but notification will be made as soon as possible.

Q: What kind of benefits does Johns Hopkins provide to staff?

A: Refer to Benefits

Q: I already work at Johns Hopkins. How long do I have to stay in my job before I can apply for another?

A: Staff members in positions that are non-exempt (pay grades 31-37) from the Fair Labor Standards Act must have been in their present position for a minimum of six months before they are eligible for self-initiated transfer or promotion. Staff members in positions that are exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (pay grades 38-97) must have been in their present position for a minimum of 12 months before they are eligible for self-initiated transfer or promotion. For more information refer to the JHU Personnel Policy Manual.

Q: Do Johns Hopkins employees follow the same procedures as non-JHU staff to apply for an open position?

A: Generally yes. An employment application should be completed, but it will not be necessary to list ALL previous employment, since the original application will contain that information. The application must include the position currently held. A cover letter is a good way to let the Employment Specialist and the hiring official know how your current job and the experience and skills you have gained relate to the job for which you are applying.

Q: I've checked the posting boards and the Job Line, but I don't see anything right now that interests me. Can I just send my resume to your office?

A: We do accept and review unsolicited resumes, however, it is best to wait for a position that is of interest to you, and for which you are qualified, and apply for that specific position. You then have the opportunity in your cover letter to address the particulars of the position and how your experience and skills match the requirements.

Q: I am a hiring official on the Homewood Campus. How do I hire staff for my department?

A: Refer to the Supervisor's Guide to Employment, section 3 of the Personnel Policy Manual or call your employment specialist or Human Resources Manager.

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JOB LINE TELEPHONE NUMBER

Listings of current employment opportunities for each campus of the Johns Hopkins University may be heard by calling their respective Job Lines listed below:

Homewood Campus - 410-516-8140
School of Medicine - 410-955-2115
Bloomberg School of Public Health and School of Nursing - 410-955-3025
Peabody- Call the Homewood Campus Job Line - 410-516-8140

The Job Line may be accessed 24 hours a day, seven days per week and is routinely updated.

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LOCATION OF POSTING BOARDS

Descriptions of current employment openings on the Homewood Campus are posted on bulletin boards on the first floor of Garland Hall and across from the bookstore in Gilman Hall. The bulletin boards are updated daily. Descriptions of open positions are also located in the Homewood Office of Human Resources in 119 Garland Hall. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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HIRING PROCEDURES

The Homewood Office of Human Resources is responsible for all employment for the following:

School of Arts & Sciences
School of Engineering
School of Professional Studies in Business and Education
Homewood Schools Administration
University Administration
Peabody Institute

Academic Centers & Support Services:

Milton S. Eisenhower Library The Writing Center
Institute for Policy Studies WJHU
Mind Brain Institute The Athletic Center
Instructional Television Facility JHU Press
Johns Hopkins Magazine Facilities Management
Montgomery County Center Post Office
Washington Center Evergreen House
Homewood House Security
The Institute for the Academic Center for Nondestructive Evaluation
Advancement of Youth
Center for the Study of Social
Organization of Schools
Chemical Propulsion Information Agency

For assistance in hiring new staff, please refer to the Personnel Policy Manual, the Supervisor's Guide to Employment, or call The Homewood Office of Human Resources at 410-516-8048.

All employment decisions, including salary and any special conditions of employment should be discussed with your Employment Specialist in Human Resources before being discussed with any candidate. The Employment Specialist will provide guidance to ensure consistency with applicable laws and with university policies.

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APPLICATION PROCESS HOMEWOOD CAMPUS

To be considered for a position you should submit a cover letter with a resume and/or a completed application and any other documents which outline the educational background and work experience that qualify you for the position.

Note the position / job number and title clearly on any resume / application / cover letter for EACH position you wish to apply. You may apply for as many positions as you qualify, but all material must be received in our office or postmarked by the stated closing date. Applications received or postmarked after a closing date may not be considered.

Every effort is made to maintain a timely employment process. However, many factors can affect the timeliness of the process, for example nature of the position, number of applicants, availability of interviewer(s), etc. Receipt of applications are acknowledged by postcard. The postcards are mailed weekly and only acknowledges receipt. If you meet or exceed the listed requirements and are selected for an interview, the employment specialist or designee will contact you by telephone or mail to schedule the interview. Those candidates interviewed and not selected will be notified upon completion of the hiring process.

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STAFF TRANSFER PROMOTIONS

The procedures and general policy for transfers and promotions can be found in section 4 pages 1 and 2 of the Personnel Policy Manual.

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POSITION CATEGORIES BY WORK SCHEDULE

Position Categories by Work Schedule are covered in section 6, pages 1-6 and section 7, pages 1 and 2 of the Personnel Policy Manual.

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I-9 PROCEDURES

After a job offer is made and accepted, the recruiter will advise the candidate of the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) requirements as required by Federal Law. The divisional payroll office oversees the completion of the Form I-9 for staff. The I-9 must be completed within three (3) days of the employment starting date. No paycheck will be issued without proper and timely completion of the I-9 form; continued employment beyond day three (3) may also be affected.

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JHU STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

The employment of JHU students at the university is normally handled by the Student Employment and Payroll Services Office. Students interested in employment should contact their respective campus office for further information about employment opportunities or eligibility.

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SUMMER HIRING INFORMATION

Positions for summer employment may be posted on the campus bulletin boards or placed on the Job Line. Applicants may submit an application / resume before the expiration of the closing date.

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INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Please refer to the Supervisor's Guide to Employment or to our Staff Listing to speak to an Employment Specialist at the Divisional Human Resources Office.

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EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment testing may be required as part of the qualifying process for specific positions. Most of the positions that require testing are clerical in nature and require specialized testing for software computer skills and general spelling skills. All testing is conducted within the Human Resources Office unless previously agreed upon options are arranged with the hiring department.

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ORIENTATION INFORMATION

Orientation is the process of actively managing the new staff member's transition into the University community. It is a shared responsibility between the department representative / supervisor, the new staff member and the divisional Human Resources representative.

Each new staff member is invited to attend an orientation program presented by Human Resources.

If the orientation has not been scheduled within 3 weeks of joining the University staff, please contact your Divisional Human Resources Office. The orientation covers such topics as:

Because each department and each job is unique, certain aspects of the orientation must be conducted at the department level. Departmental orientation is an on-going process, with activities occurring before the staff member's first day of employment and continuing throughout the first year. Please refer to the Supervisor's Guide for Orientation of New Staff for additional information.

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TERMINATIONS

Please refer to the Personnel Policy Manual Section 10.

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EXIT INTERVIEWS

Exit interviews can be requested by any staff member who is leaving the University. Human Resources strongly encourages each staff member to schedule an exit interview with a Human Resources representative to discuss the JHU work experience and, as applicable, continuation of benefits. All exit interviews are confidential.

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM

The University realizes its commitment to the community and shares, among other things, its need to be responsive to our neighbors.

Therefore, we involve ourselves not only in many health and research programs but in seeking qualified candidates. We reach out to various state and local governments, educational institutions, community groups, etc. in an effort to notify them of job opportunities and of our willingness to assist in placing qualified candidates. We communicate with various community and campus groups in addition to faxing job vacancy information to approximately 30 locations.

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