Recruiting Guidelines

The ASCC Recruiting Guidelines have been developed according to NACE principles to assist employers in the recruitment of qualified candidates and provide students and alumni with opportunities to explore internships and career options.

When recruiting, posting jobs, attending career fairs, or hosting information sessions and employer-led events at WSU, employers agree to abide by all policies and guidelines listed on this page. Employers who recruit on our campus must also adhere to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Principles for Professional Practice, and the guidelines established by WSU.

The ASCC reserves the right to refuse to accept an employer, list job openings, or any recruitment event if the organization has violated one of the Principles for Professional Practice, EEO guidelines, or any WSU guidelines.

Non-Discrimination:

The Academic Success and Career Center (ASCC) at Washington State University is a non-discriminatory organization. The ASCC makes its services available to employers who do not unlawfully discriminate in selecting employees based on national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. As such, employers must comply with non-discrimination practices. Positions posted on Handshake must comply with all federal and state affirmative action and equal employment regulations.

Any organization that does not endorse this policy will be denied the ASCC, its resources, and other campus facilities and services.

The staff of the ASCC will investigate all complaints by students and/or faculty regarding job postings, employers, or work assignments. If the ASCC determines that a complaint is justified, the office may choose not to post positions or allow the recruiting representatives the opportunity to recruit on our campus in the future. The ASCC will notify the employer of the decision in writing, via email, or by traditional mail.

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All Full-Time Job Postings Must:

  • Include detailed job descriptions and expectations
  • Have one posting per position
  • Require a four-year degree and apply to a major(s) offered at Washington State University
  • Be consistent with the missions and values of Washington State University
  • Present no harm to the health and safety of applicants
  • Clearly state forms of compensation
  • Conform to state law

Third-Party Recruiting:

The term “third-party recruiters” refers to but is not limited to employment agencies, staffing services, temporary agencies, online job boards, recruiters, contractors. Representatives from these companies may post under the following conditions:

  • No fee can be charged to the applicant
  • The name of the hiring company is released to the Employer Relations team
  • The hiring company is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • All jobs, listings, and practices are in line with NACE standards

Commission:

All positions must offer base pay plus commission. Only full-time positions offering commission may be approved through the Handshake system. Any part-time or internship opportunities may be granted permission on a case-by-case basis.

No Fees for Applicants:

Opportunities that require applicants to invest the money as a condition of employment, including, but not limited to part of a franchise, supplies, application or access fee, pay for training or orientation, will not be posted through the Handshake system.

Solicitation:

Washington State University is a non-commercial campus. Employers are not permitted to post positions whose duties will involve the on-campus sale of products or services to WSU students, faculty, or staff (ex: Campus Brand Ambassador).

Multi-University Handshake Event Disclaimer:

Handshake allows for employer partners to host events inviting multiple universities. The Academic Success and Career Center (ASCC) reserves the right to follow up after the event and request student participation information, including names and email addresses. By hosting this event and inviting WSU, your company agrees to provide this information to us when/if requested. In addition, accepting or sharing event information with WSU does not indicate WSU/ASCC sponsorship or endorsement of the event. A participant’s responsibility is to apply due diligence, exercise caution when participating, and report any concerns to ASCC by emailing employer@wsu.edu.