Create and Manage Disposition Codes
Disposition codes are short descriptions for why applicants did not make it to the next step of the hiring process. These are only set at the institution level and there are no default disposition codes provided. Disposition codes are meant to work in conjunction with application statuses by documenting why an applicant did not progress further in the hiring process. This supports comprehensive reporting and ensures proper documentation, helping to mitigate liability by maintaining a record of the specific reasons each applicant was removed from consideration.
Disposition codes are internal only and candidates cannot see what disposition code they received or if a disposition code was applied to their application.
Manage Disposition Codes
Navigate to the Administration page and select the Disposition Codes tab on the left-hand navigation menu. You can +Add new or Edit (Pencil icon) existing Disposition Codes from this page before assigning them to a position.
Disposition Code Examples
Disposition codes complement, rather than replace, application statuses. When used with a thoughtful final application status, disposition codes can become even more powerful tools for tracking applicants. Some common final application statuses and their corresponding disposition codes include:
| Application Status | Potential Disposition Codes |
| Not Interviewed, Not Hired |
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| Interviewed, Not Hired |
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| Category/Situation | Disposition Code Examples |
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| Application Issues |
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| Qualifications & Eligibility |
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| Job Status |
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| Offer Declined |
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| Performance & Assessment |
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FAQs
Who can add disposition codes to applicants in a position?
Only Institutional Administrators (IAs), Unit Administrators, and Committee Managers can assign disposition codes to applicants. Committee Members (evaluators) do not have permission to add disposition codes.