Frequently Asked Questions about the Faculty Application Process
Do I really have to do the application?
YES, you really must do the application. Your resume is not sufficient to consider you an applicant.
I have completed an application recently, can HR pull that file for me?
NO, HR cannot retrieve your application materials from another recruitment. Hopefully you kept a copy of your submitted materials for your own records. You must submit an application for each posiition you are interested in.
My reference letters are coming directly from my reference, is that ok?
YES, your references can email, fax or mail their letters to HR. It is ok that they are separate from your application file.
What is the Diversity Statement?
The diversity statement is page six (6) of the application and it is required. This statement should show that you understand the range of the diversity that will comprise your students. This statement shoudl also be about how you will address the needs of your diverse students and make the materials accessable, engaging and relevant to all students.
Is email submission ok?
YES, email submissions are the fastest and easiest way to submit your materials. HR encourages applicants to use this mode for several reasons. 1) It's easier for HR to inform you that we received your materials 2) It's an official record of your submission 3) In the event your application is misplaced/ damaged/ otherwise unreadable, HR can print another one rapidly.
What about the original signature on my Application?
You can mail your original signatures into HR later or you can sign the application file if/when you come for an interview.
Will you confirm receipt of my materials?
HR attempts to notify all candidates regarding the submission of materials, however HR will not guarantee that confirmations will be sent due to the volume of applications we receive. If you would like confirmation of receipt, you are mostly likely to receive this if you email your submission.
Will you notify me if I'm missing something from my application materials?
It is your responsibility to guarantee that your materials are complete. Please read the job announcement and make sure you have all the elements. You will want to be sure that each element has your name on it and is easily identifiable as that requested element. HR will attempt to notify candidates who are missing elements, but cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so due to the large volume of applications we receive. If your applicaiton is incomplete, in any way, you may be excluded from consideration. This does include the supplemental application which follows the announcement.
What happens if I submit more than the maximum number of reference letters?
HR will only accept the number of reference letters specified on the announcement. Additionally eference letters will not be forwarded to the selection committee. HR will use the most recent letters only. If the dates on the letters are the same, HR will take the letters in alphabetical order by the last name of the reference. Again, only the number of references specified in the announcement will be forwarded.
What happens if I submit other materials than what is on the announcement (performance evaluations, student thank you letters, recent publications, etc.)?
Additional information provided which was not requested in the announcement will not be forwarded to the selection committee. Please do not send anything above what is requested in the announcement as it makes the workload on HR more intense. Additionally, do not submit any materials which you do not have a copy of or that you wish to have returned to you.
What happens if my degree does not match the exact language on the announcement?
The qualifications listed on the announcement comes from the Academic State Senate and are non-negotiable. If your degree does not match exactly, please do the Equivalency Form. In many cases, this is simply an issue of semantics, however, MPC is not able to override the language of the Academic State Senate. We hope that having to do this extra step will not discourage you from applying.
I don't understand the Equivalency Form. How do I do it?
The Equivalency form is for individuals who do not meet the specific qualifications listed on the announcement. This form is to show how the degree you have is the same as one of the degrees listed on the announcement. On one side of the form, list the degree requirements of the degree you possess. Then on the other side, list the degree requirements for one of the accepted degrees on the announcement (you can choose any accredited, American college). Make it a clear comparison for each requirement and provide supporting documentation if needed. Remember, you are building a case for yourself so make it easy on the committee to see how you clearly meet the minimums.
Do my transcripts have to arrive in a seal file directly from the University?
NO, your transcripts can be unsealed and can be included in your submission. However, they must be on the University's official paper. We do not accept unofficial grade reports printed from the internet. If you are being considered for a final interview we will require official, sealed transcripts at that time.
What if I earned my degree(s) in another country?
Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (http://www.aacrao.org/) at the applicant’s expense. AACRAO is a widely accepted evaluation and would likely be accepted at other community colleges and therefore likely worth the expense.
Does MPC Sponsor H1B Visas?
NO. You are responsible for keeping yourself eligible to work in the United States. MPC will verify your employment and provide details to any agency you need, but we will not advocate for your eligibility.
When and how will I know if I was choosen for an interview?
You will likely be notified within 1 month of the application deadline date either by phone or letter. If you are choosen for an interview, you will recieve a call from HR to schedule an interview. If you are not chosen, you will recieve a letter in the mail from HR. MPC makes every effort to promptly notify all applicants of their status as soon as a decision is made.
How much notice will I recieve before an interview?
MPC gives at least 2 weeks notice to applicants who are requested to appear for an interview. We will work with you as best we can to find the most ideal time for your schedule within our interview schedules.
Will MPC assist with travel expenses?
NO. If the budget allows, MPC will have travel expenses reimburesement, but do not rely on this money as it may not be available for every year.