Do I need to complete any payroll or employment paperwork? 

You will receive a New Hire packet via e-mail upon your first Ready Hire assignment. Visit Information for New Part-Time Staff for additional information about working at American University as a part-time employee. 

How do I find out my end date for temporary positions? 

Ready Hire can provide the date range in most cases, but you will need to follow-up and solidify specific end dates with your department Hiring Manager. 

Can I apply to more that one Ready Hire posting at a time? 

Yes, you can express interest in more than one position at a time. We try to ensure as many opportunities are open to you as possible. You will be informed when positions you applied to have been filled. 

Can I apply to other positions with AU while in the Ready Hire program? 

Yes, we encourage those looking for permanent positions to apply to staff openings on the University’s Careers page. 

How can Ready Hire help me when applying to staff positions on the Careers page? 

You can reach out to the Ready Hire Coordinator to check the status of your open applications. You may also call the Recruitment team mainline at
202-885-3563. 

What is the timeframe for getting a position? 

Positions may be filled anywhere from 1 day to 3 weeks. It will be based on the pace of the department/office’s needs. You may check in with the Ready Hire Coordinator on the position status. 

Is the Ready Hire Coordinator my supervisor?

No, your supervisor is the hiring manager for the department in which you interview. If there is someone else, the hiring manager with designate that individual.

How do I get my AU ID number?

Your AU ID number is generated when your hiring paperwork is processed. It may take up to 3 days to have this paperwork processed and have your AU ID number generated.

How do the full-time position lengths work out?

Applicants can serve in a temporary, full-time capacity for a total of 12 weeks within one calendar year. If you do not finish a 12-week term in one assignment, you may complete the remainder in your next assignment.

What happens when campus is closed due to weather or a holiday closing?

Part-time staff are not eligible for holiday pay and will not be compensated for time lost due to a closing. Please confirm with the hiring manager as to how holidays and office closings will be addressed. Essential functions and the personnel needed to maintain those functions are determined on a situational basis.

Can I use Ready Hire as a reference when applying to other jobs?

Your reference should be the direct supervisor or coworker that is observing your work. These individuals will be able to provide the answers that are typically looked for on reference requests.

What are the requirements for applying to Ready Hire positions?

General Requirements:
Please review the job description and requirements to ensure your skill set aligns with the position. 80% of postings will be for temporary, part-time and full-time work, 10% will be for part-time permanent positions, and 10% will be for direct hire positions.

Position Specific Requirements:
Please respond to the original position announcement via email and request to have your resume sent to the hiring manager for consideration. The hiring manager will communicate directly with you or through the Ready Hire Coordinator for next steps.

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• Apply online on our careers site.

• Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit both a resume and cover letter. Cover letters should indicate types of positions for which you would like to be considered.

• All selected candidates will undergo an in-person interview process, skills testing (Microsoft Word and Excel, a brief attention to detail test, and a proofreading test), and a reference check.

• The AU Ready Hire program works with a select pool of candidates. Until you hear back from the AU Ready Hire program, please continue to apply online directly to positions in which you are interested.

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What are the advantages to using AU Ready Hire?

• Candidates have already undergone a screening process, reference check and skills testing.
• Candidates are often available to start work as soon as you require them.
• The stresses of the recruiting process placed on hiring managers are alleviated significantly for temporary positions. 
• There is no charge for this service.
• Many members of the Ready Hire candidate pool have previously worked for AU and are familiar with our technology and culture.

What types of roles can AU Ready Hire fill?

• Administrative Assistant
• Sr. Administrative Assistant
• Staff Assistant
• Customer Service Representative
• Event Staff
• Many others…

Will HR provide an offer letter?

No, HR will not send the Ready Hire an offer letter for their temporary assignment. However, the Ready Hire Coordinator will capture assignment details in an Assignment Confirmation email that includes the following:

• Start Date
• Hours (Hybrid)
• Assignment Duration
• Location
• Hourly Rate
• Contact

Do members of the Ready Hire candidate pool complete a background check?

Yes, ALL AU staff, including Ready Hire candidates, are required to successfully complete a background check (and may require additional review from Employee Relations) before starting work.

How do I get my new Ready Hire an email and access to technology?

The hiring department submits IT access requests to the Help Desk with the newly generated AU ID number by submitting the New Hire Onboarding Form. A link to the form will be shared when the candidate completes the background check and the EAction is processed by HR. OIT creates the email address and grants any IT access. Please note that some systems require online training
to grant access.

Any concerns about this process should be directed to the IT Help Desk at
202-885-2550 or helpdesk@american.edu

Can a Ready Hire work full-time hours?

Candidates are eligible to work full-time (35 hrs. per week) for up to 3 months within one calendar year. Please review the Staff Personnel Policies manual for more guidance.

How can I help my new Ready Hire get involved with AU?

A great way to get involved with AU is by participating in AhealthyU.  AhealthyU supports the health and well-being of AU faculty and staff through integrated programs, education, and resources that encourage positive daily habits that fit your goals and lifestyle. Their goal is to provide staff with the tools needed to make the best possible choices to live a balanced and healthy life. 

Another way to get involved with the AU community is to join an Affinity Group. The Affinity Group program was launched in 2017 starting with the Black Faculty & Staff Affinity Group. Since that time, six additional affinity groups have formed, including the LGBTQ+, Latino and Hispanic, People of Color, International (AU Global), Disability+, and AANHPI Faculty and Staff Affinity Groups. 

What parking and transportation options are available?

Information on parking and other transportation options is available by visiting AU's Transportation Programs including a self-park discount code.

Who do I contact if our new Ready Hire needs an accommodation?

For questions about staff and working arrangements, contact
Human Resources at hrpayrollhelp@american.edu.