Overview
Companion requisitions are used to recruit for one vacancy under two different title series. Two requisitions are posted simultaneously, but only one requisition is filled. Companion requisitions are needed to distinguish unique qualifications, responsibilities and/or employment classes. Posting companion requisitions allows the hiring unit to broaden the applicant pool and select the appropriate title based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
Common examples of companion requisitions include:
- Tenure-track Professor and CHS-track Professor
- Research Professor and Scientist
In Workday
Companion requisitions need to cross reference each other in the job postings. In the ‘Job Description’ field of each requisition, the following (or similar) should be added:
This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with [JR#XXXXXXX]; please note that only one vacancy exists. Having two job postings allows the [School/College] to consider candidates with both tenure-track faculty credentials and non-tenure-track faculty credentials for this position.
You must post both requisitions to the employment website at the same time and for the same length of time. Applicants only need to apply to one requisition to be considered for both titles.
If the selected candidate applied to the incorrect pool, you will be able to move them to the correct pool accordingly (Link to moving candidates KB), assuming the candidate meets the qualifications of the selected title. If you have any questions about whether to move the candidate, please consult with your Talent Acquisition Specialist.
After the position is filled, close the unfilled requisition.
Questions?
Contact your Talent Acquisition Specialist.