EMPLOYMENT QUESTIONS

How do I apply for staff positions?
You apply via the employment website: https://jobs.ncat.edu/ , answering all questions. Incomplete applications will not be processed. You may attach a resume as a supplement to the required application.   You must  apply for each position for which you wish to be considered on the employment website.

Do I have to complete an application if a resume is submitted?
Yes, the online application is required for consideration for a job, even for internal applicants.  A resume may be attached with the application.

How long is my application kept on file?
Your application remains with the specific vacancy pool for which you applied and is archived on the web site for use the next time you apply for a position.

How often is your web site job posting updated?
The employment opportunities page is updated weekly.

Will a criminal conviction eliminate me from employment?
No, however it is important that you disclosed any conviction you may have on the employment application. 

Which employees must complete a Form I-9?
All employees must complete a Form I-9 within three working days of the new employee's hire date. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires that all employees verify employment eligibility of employees. 

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS QUESTIONS

Do I perform an Interim Review for a probationary employee?
No. When an employee completes their probation period, a final review is conducted. This is not to say that on- going coaching and tracking should not be performed.

What do I need to do to come off probation?
In order to come off probation, an employee needs to have a performance rating of Good or better at the end of their probationary period. The probationary period is a minimum of ninety days to a maximum of nine months.

How long do I have to create a work plan for a new employee? 
Probationary employees should have a position description and work plan established and discussed within 30 calendar days from the date of employment.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION QUESTIONS

What is an Interim Review?
The Interim Review is a mid point checking during the evaluation period. It is an opportunity for the supervisor to give feedback to an employee in his or her performance at that point in the evaluation work cycle. Each supervisor provides summary feedback on the employees work plan. If an employee has any performance deficiencies, they should be addressed at this time with a development plan.

When are Interim Reviews to be completed?
Interim reviews should be face-to-face between the supervisor and employee. These meetings are conducted between December 1st and January 15th of each year. 

When are performance appraisal completed?
Performance appraisals are conducted between April 1st and May 15th of each year. The supervisor and employee meet to discuss the employee's performance during the entire work cycle. Actual results and ratings are entered into the Performance Management Plan (PMP) for each key responsibility and each dimension on the Work Plan. Also entered in the PMP are overall ratings and supervisor's comments. Employees are able to respond in writing to the overall rating at the end of the evaluation period. The current year's PMP is due May 31st.