Hiring Regular Employees
Hiring Philosophy and Principles
Every employee at 麻豆社 Fox University is essential to our ability to achieve our mission. Each time we hire a staff member, administrator, faculty member or student employee, we are given the opportunity to be a Christ-centered community committed to preparing students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion.
Every university employee commits themselves to modeling these behaviors both individually and collectively. Regardless of the role or position, all employees have the opportunity and potential to positively impact students and their learning environments during their time at 麻豆社 Fox.
Our hiring philosophy at 麻豆社 Fox is grounded in our Christian values and mission to educate and serve students with excellence. We believe that a diverse and talented workforce is essential to fulfilling this mission, and we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining employees who share our commitment to Christian principles and values.
We will provide you, the hiring manager, with a Hiring Manager Resources Shared Google Drive, which includes resources for the hiring process, interviewing, performance management, tutorials and more.
As a decision-maker in the hiring process, you must be aware of the following guiding principles in your search for a new team member:
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Christian Values and Faith integration
At 麻豆社 Fox, it’s important to ensure that our faculty and staff are strongly grounded in their Christian faith. We expect all employees to embrace and uphold our Christian values, including honesty, integrity, compassion and respect for others. All employees must sign/affirm our Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement.
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Students First
All employees work to deliver on 麻豆社 Fox’s Be Known promise, ensuring every student is understood, valued, encouraged and uplifted. University employees find ways to connect with students authentically and inspire them through our interactions and example.
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A Commitment to Diversity and Community
We value diversity and believe that a diverse workforce brings a range of perspectives, experiences and ideas that enhance our ability to serve our students and communities. We actively seek to recruit and retain a diverse pool of candidates at all levels of the organization.
Please review the university’s Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity page for a better understanding of commitments in this area.
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Professional Development
We are committed to supporting the professional development of our employees and providing opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization.
Performance Management Philosophy & Principles
At 麻豆社 Fox, we believe that effective performance management is critical to the success of our employees and the organization as a whole. Our performance management philosophy is centered on continuous improvement, collaboration, and support for employee growth and development.
Following is a list of principles we abide by in this area:
- Clear expectations: We strive to set clear expectations for employee performance and provide regular feedback to help employees understand how they are doing and how they can improve.
- Continuous improvement: We believe in continuous improvement and encourage employees to set and pursue goals for their own development and for the benefit of the organization.
- Collaboration: We value collaboration and encourage open communication between managers and employees to facilitate the exchange of ideas and feedback.
- Development: We are committed to supporting the professional development of our employees and providing opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization.
- Fair and objective evaluation: We believe in evaluating employee performance fairly and objectively, based on clear and measurable criteria.
- Support: We strive to create a supportive and positive work environment that encourages open communication and constructive feedback.
- Recognition: We believe in recognizing and rewarding employee contributions and achievements to motivate and inspire ongoing excellence.
Resources for Managers
We offer training opportunities (annual, monthly, etc.) and this Employee Resources page as resources for hiring managers. For any support, please contact your HR business partner. They’re here to help!