An employer has several options to consider
when he wants to hire a new employee. First of all, he may look within his
own company. But if he can't find anybody suitable for the position he will
have to look outside the company. If there is a personal office in the
company, he can ask them to help him to find a qualified applicant. The
employer can also use another valuable sources, for example, employment
agencies, consulting firms, placement offices and professional societies. He
can also advertise in a newspaper or in a magazine and request candidates to
send in resumes.
The employer has two sets of qualifications
to consider if he wants to choose from among the applicants. He must consider
both professional qualifications and personal characteristics. A candidate's
education, experience and skills are included in his professional
qualifications. These can be listed on a resume. Personal characteristics, or
personality traits must be evaluated through interviews.