Managers & Supervisors Resources

Managers & Supervisors Resources

 

Welcome, Managers and Supervisors

As a chair or supervisor, your role in recruiting, onboarding, and nurturing talent is crucial. Our most significant responsibilities—and opportunities—include the recruitment and development of faculty and staff. The Office of Human Resources partners with hiring managers and search committees to attract and retain a diverse, highly qualified workforce.

Below, you’ll find key resources to assist with each step of the hiring and management process. For additional guidance or support, please reach out to your Human Resources Partner. We’re also available to support employees seeking career development.

 

 

Steps for Staff Recruitment and Hiring

When a position becomes vacant or a new position is created, please follow the steps outlined below. For assistance with the hiring process, contact working@wellesley.edu.

As part of Wellesley College’s Position Management Process, the Provost Budget Committee (PBC) reviews all FTE growth and headcount requests to ensure workforce alignment with strategic goals. Position requests are reviewed weekly by Human Resources and the Budget Office. For more details and access to the PBC request form, please visit the Position Management webpage.

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Hiring Process: 

A clear recruiting plan is essential for a successful hire. Human Resources provides tools and services to attract, hire, and retain the best-qualified candidates. The hiring guidelines below are designed to assist managers in navigating every stage of the recruitment process in collaboration with the Human Resources team. 

Hiring Guidelines and Forms

Administrative Positions

Faculty Positions

Casual Wage/Limited Term Roles

Union Positions

 

Diversity and Outreach Initiatives: 

At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas—the best solutions—draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members for the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish. Wellesley College is committed to equal opportunity, diversity and a climate of inclusion. We have a list of recruitment sources and organizations that will help you to diversify your applicant pool.

 

 

Onboarding and Orientation Resources

To ensure a smooth transition for new hires, we provide various resources for onboarding, orientation, and ongoing support.

Management for Engagement

Learning and Development for Managers and Employees

We offer a range of professional development programs to support managers in leading effectively and engaging their teams.

Leadership Development Programs

Management Development Programs

Programs for Managers to Engage Self and Others

Develop You program

Engage You program

Employee Resource Groups

Staff Recognition Program

Resources for Effective Performance Management

Performance Management

Performance Improvement Plan

Manager Newsletters & Communications 

6.10.20 Resources to Confront Racism and Promote Inclusive Excellence at Wellesley

7.10.20 Manager's Resources During COVID

9.13.20 Practicing Leadership During Unsteady Times

1.13.21 Leading and Working Sustainability and Inclusively

Other Key Resources