The Hiring Manager Resources page serves as a central hub for supervisors and administrators leading recruitment efforts at Texas A&M University–Kingsville. This page highlights key responsibilities, timelines, and decision‑making steps to help Hiring Managers navigate each phase of the hiring process with confidence. Practical tools such as timelines and checklists are provided to support compliant, timely, and well‑documented hiring decisions. The content is designed for quick reference, accessibility, and seamless coordination with Human Resources. 

Hiring Manager Responsibilities 

• Prepare job descriptions  

• Follow university hiring procedures, notifying the Office of Employee Services of pending vacancies  

• Develop and follow consistent, job-related selection procedures.  

• Ensure copies of documents related to the hiring process are retained (or provided to the Office of Employee Services upon request) per the specified hiring practice for each position listed.  

• Hire qualified applicants based on the parameters established in a comprehensive posting.  

• Ensure all experience (including military experience) is verified in the hiring decision.  

• Conduct appropriate and timely orientation and training for the hired employee, including assignment of training as required by law, system policy or regulation, or university rules. 

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Hire Packet Checklist 

• Justification memo 

• Hiring matrix 

• Degree Verification Form 

• Interview Questions & Answers 

• Reference Check Questions & Answers 

• Credential Evaluation Summary (Teaching Responsibilities Only) 

• Appointment Letter (Faculty only)