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Reasons For Non-Selection

Listed below are some examples of reasons for non-selection of applicants and interviewees for vacant positions. List all reasons that apply; specific job-related reasons for non-selection should be included. Reasons for selection of your candidate of choice should also be documented in detail.

EXPERIENCE/SKILL

• Application/resume does not meet all posted requirements.
• Applicant lacks required level of skill/experience with _____.
• Interviewees have more/stronger experience or skill in _____.
• Interviewees have more directly related _____ experience/skill.

EDUCATION

• Lacks directly related education/training.
• Lacks required level of education/training.
• Education not as directly related to posted requirements as interviewees' education.

INTERVIEW

• Interview showed inconsistency with application/resume information.
• Interview showed lack of required level of communication skills.
• Interview showed lack of sufficient, directly related knowledge/experience with ____.
• Interview showed lack of understanding of the scope of the position's duties.
• Selected candidate has more directly related experience/skill in _____.
• Selected candidate has more/stronger _____ experience/skill.

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