Fustrated

Can't believe it has been almost a month since I have posted anything... if crazy David Hasseloff videos even count as a post.

This summer I have been applying for jobs at the U of M. I am being very selective applying only for the jobs I really want - mostly in academic advising and event planning. Last night I received another "Dear Jane" letter. Now most the time this isn't upsetting but last night it was because it was from my "dream department" and came from someone who verbally encouraged me to apply for the job.

To add insult to injury the letter expressed that "other applicants matched their qualifications better" when they have actually reposted the position!! Which means, they didn't like anyone from the first group so they are reposting the job to see what they get next.

Let's run down the job requirements:

Understanding of established principles and practices associated with first year experiences and students in transition;

ability to manage highly detailed projects;

skilled in using M-Pathways system;

knowledgeable about Business Objects and Crystal Reports.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders;

demonstrated ability to work in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment;

excellent judgment and ability to act in a service-oriented operation.

Excellent customer service, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills with a proven track record of positive and friendly client interactions.

Ability to work effectively with supervisors, peer, and clients in a high visibility role; ability and desire to contribute to building a multicultural environment.

Willingness to seek out projects and additional responsibilities during non-peak times.

Minimum of between two and five years of professional experience in higher education or student affairs administration with experience in the delivery of student services.

Demonstrated experience utilizing M-Pathways; excellent computer skills utilizing Word, Excel, Business Objects.

Proficiency with current standard office productivity applications; specifically, Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio.

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Considerable knowledge of university organization, policies and procedures.

Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

So out of 16 "requirements" only 6 can be measured on a resume, the rest you would have to prove in an interview or try to touch on in a cover letter. Out of all the requirements (16 remember) I am only shaky on experience for 2 of them (which happen to be computer applications I have had minimal experience with). So... if a person you have previously met and interviewed "appears" to meet the 6 measurable requirements, wouldn't you give them an interview?

Needless to say I am pretty frustrated and feel I am dammed to roam the earth as a secretary for the rest of my life.

Anyone think I should follow up with the administrator to see why I wasn't offered an interview?