Urban Myths

Well, not really an urban myth, but we debunked a few hiring myths today

Myth #1 Your resume is reviewed by a coomputer program. If your resume contains words from the qualifications section of the online job posting, then you will get referred
NOT TRUE! Your resume is reviewed by a live human being--a professional recruiter from central HR. A professional recruiter is assigned to each Vice Chancellor, and he/she will look at your resume as a whole. If you are minimally qualified for the position, then your resume is referred to the hiring department

Myth #2 There is a limit on how many resumes that Central HR refers to the hiring department
NOT TRUE! There is no limit on how many resumes that Central HR refers to the hiring department.

Myth #3 Central HR ranks the referred applicants when they forward resumes to the hiring department
NOT TRUE! Central HR does not rank the referred applicants. Central HR forwards all applications that are minimally qualified. The hiring department determines the candidate with the highest qualifications and best fit for their organizational needs.

Myth #4 It is better to apply towards the end of the job posting deadline
NOT TRUE! As long as you are minimally qualified for the position, then your resume will be referred. The time at which you submit the application does not affect the quality of your application and your chances of being referred.

Myth #5 Your resume can only be one page
NOT TRUE! Your resume can be longer than one page, though 2-3 pages is generally the accepted norm at UCSD.

Myth #6 A longer resume is better than a shorter resume
NOT TRUE! A long resuemn does not equate to a high-quality resume. Do not submit 10-page, 20-page resumes. Try to keep the resume to 2-3 pages.