Establishing a Selection Committee

Membership on the committee should include individuals who understand the requirements of the position to be filled and who are committed to the mission of the department and the University.
Search committees should include members with different perspectives and expertise, and with a demonstrated commitment to diversity.
Selection committee members should be willing to serve and have time to serve.
Members should be of high integrity and be able to keep all aspects of the search confidential.
The selection committee should be composed of at least five (5) to nine (9) members. Departmental bylaws may require smaller or larger selection committees.
Selection committees should have a minority and/or woman as a member or consultant. When possible, women and minorities from the department should be represented on all selection committees.
Women and minorities from other departments may be enlisted to serve on these committees.
Contact Equal Opportunity or Human Resources for help on selecting search committee members.
Consider appointing search committee members form outside the department.