Frequently Asked Questions by Applicants

• Will I get a phone call/letter when the position I applied for is filled?
  Due to the volume of applications received, applicants are not individually notified when a vacancy is filled. The position status is posted filled on Recently Filled Positions.
  
  
• What are types of insurance is available to permanent positions?
  Health/dental/optional life/dependent life spouse/dependent life child/vision/long term disability/AFLAC/long term care.
  
  
• What types of insurance are available to temporary positions?
  Insurance is not offered to temporary employees.
  
  
• How do I apply for a job in the Dining Hall?
  Lander contracts a company, Aramark, for staffing the Dining Hall, Bearcat Grill, Java City and POD area. Please refer to Dining Hall Employment for their employment procedures.
  
  
• What is the position number for the job for which I am applying?
  The position number is listed on the full job ad, not the shortened ad in the newspaper. It is a six digit number listed as “Position #:” Please note: Temporary positions do not have a position number.
  
  
• Do you keep applications/resumes on file?
  We do not keep resumes or applications on file. To be considered for a position, you must submit an application during the open and close dates. We do not accept resumes in place of applications; however, it may be submitted as additional information.
  
  
• What are the methods of advertising for vacant positions?
  Vacant positions are advertised in newspapers, position-related Web Sites, the State Web Site, and Lander’s Web Site.
  
  
• What student worker positions are available?
  All student work study positions must go through the Financial Aid Office and can be viewed at Work Study Programs. We occasionally have work study positions available in our office but they are listed with Financial Aid when available.
  
  
• Can I fax or email my application?
  You may fax your application to 864-388-8895. We do not advise emailing applications due to security.
  
  
• Do I have to complete a separate employment application for each position?
  Yes, a separate application must be submitted for each position.
  
  
• Can you make a copy of my application from a previous position?
  We do not make copies of applications from previous positions. You must submit a new application.
  
  
• How long does a temporary position last?
  A temporary position may not exceed 12 months without a break.
  
  
• How do I file an employment application?
  You may pick up an application from our office or download here. The application may be submitted in person, by fax, or mailed.
  
  Office of Human Resources
  511 Willson Street
  Greenwood, SC 29649
  Phone: 864-388-8310
  Fax: 864-388-8895
  
  
• How will I know if I am selected for an interview?
  The hiring supervisor will contact you by phone or email to set up an interview time.
  
  
• How will I know if I am selected for a job?
  After the hiring supervisor has selected a candidate, our Compensation Manager runs a background check and determines a salary/hourly rate. Then the supervisor will contact the candidate to make an offer.
  
  
• How does the interview process work?
  Once a job closes, the hiring supervisor/hiring committee receives the applications for review. They determine who is awarded an interview. The hiring supervisor will then contact those applicants to set up interview times. Depending on the position, a test, individual, or panel interview may be conducted.
  
  
• Can I speak with the hiring supervisor of the position I applied for?
  If you are chosen for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring supervisor.