Inviting to interview | Cumberland Intranet

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The recruitment process: step-by-step

Interviews can be held in person or using MS Teams.

Recruiting Managers should email the invite to interview letters and Teams Invitations with guidance to on-line interviews (where applicable) to the applicants using the templates below:

It is recommended these are sent by email for speed and ideally the candidate is given at least five day's notice.

Please include any special instructions in the Invite to Interview letter, including details of date, time, address, presentation, test assessment centre.

Part of
The recruitment process: step-by-step

Ensure the post specification is accurate
All manager's must make the post specification for the vacancy is accurate and graded correctly.
Obtaining authority to recruit
Authorisation to recruit is required from any confirmed Extended Leadership Team (ELT) officer in Cumberland Council from 1 April 2023.
Advertising your vacancy
The Resourcing Team will process the vacancy so it is advertised on the appropriate authority job site.
Shortlisting
After the application closing date, a shortlisting pack, including all application forms, will automatically be sent via email to the main recruitment contact for the campaign.
Inviting to interview
Recruiting Managers are responsible for contacting shortlisted applicants and inviting them to interview.
Interviewing
Recruiting managers are responsible for conducting interviews with shortlisted applicants and there must be at least two individuals involved in the interview and selection process for each candidate.
Conditional offer and feedback to candidates
Recruiting managers should verbally offer the preferred candidate the position and outline it is subject to pre-employment clearances.
arranging a start date, onboarding and induction
Information about ensuring you get your staff the access to buildings and systems they need and that you plan to welcome them to Cumberland Council with a thorough induction.