How to Demystify the Hiring Process

The hiring process can often feel like a daunting and mysterious journey, filled with uncertainty and unanswered questions. Whether you’re a recent graduate embarking on your first job search or a seasoned professional looking for a career change, understanding the hiring process is crucial to securing your dream job. The PIHRA Career Center provides guidance for every step of your career journey, including how to demystify the hiring process, breaking it down into manageable steps and providing you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate it successfully.

Self Reflection and Preparation:

Determine your career goals, values, and aspirations. What kind of job do you want? What skills and experiences do you bring to the table? You can then create a compelling resume and a professional LinkedIn profile and tailor them to highlight your relevant skills and experiences.

Once you’re prepared, it’s time to start searching for job opportunities:

Explore popular job boards like the PIHRA Career Center, which is specialized HR industry-specific resources and tools. As well as leveraging your professional network to discover hidden job opportunities. Attend PIHRA events and conferences, and connect with professionals that will help grow you career.

Submit Your Application

Customize your resume and cover letter for each job application, while highlighting how your skills and experiences match the specific requirements. Marlo Lyons explains in, Demystifying the Hiring Process,  that it takes between 60 – 90 days from the time a job is posted to make a hire for that job. It’s important to keep track of the jobs you’ve applied to and their deadlines.

Once your application stands out, you may be invited for an interview:

Prepare and research common interview questions and practice your responses. You can also prepare questions to ask the interviewer. Some employers may also require assessments or tests to evaluate your skills and abilities.

Job Offer Negotiation and Onboarding:

When you receive a job offer, don’t rush to accept it. Consider the salary, benefits, job responsibilities, and company culture. Finally, Congratulations! You’ve secured your dream job. Now, it’s time to prepare for your new role.

The process may appear complex, but with careful preparation and a step-by-step approach, you can demystify it and increase your chances of landing your dream job.

Start your journey by uploading your resume today.

• • • • • 1. Visit pihra.org/jobs.
        • 2. Under Job Seekers, click “Manage Resumes.”
        • 3. Create an account or login to your existing account; click “Login.”
        • 4. Follow the instructions to upload your resume.
        • 5. You’ll receive a confirmation email once it’s submitted.