Search waivers policy revised

President Bardo and the President's Executive Team have approved the following revisions to the WSU Policies and Procedures Manual:

3.29/Search Waivers -- http://webs.wichita.edu/inaudit/ch3_29.htm

Adds option for search waiver to hire individuals in job groups targeted by the Affirmative Action Plan. Candidates are still required to meet minimum job qualifications. The search waiver option is addressed in new paragraph six.

6. An individual may be hired without a formal search process if the individual meets the minimum requirements for the position and helps the university meet its goal of a diverse workforce. This applies to those who fall within job groups with goals targeted by the Affirmative Action Plan including individuals with disabilities, veterans, minorities and females. Job groups not targeted by the Affirmative Action Plan will be considered under appropriate circumstances. An interview process is necessary to ensure the candidate meets the job qualifications and is committed to WSU's goals.