Strategic Hiring Requests
*Updated 11/2/26
All requests should be submitted using the Strategic Hiring Workflow, which can be found in Flashline under "Employee," and then "Workflows."
- Information needed when completing the Strategic Hiring Workflow: position information, budget data, concise rationale, unit and executive approvals.
- Workflow submissions should be accompanied by organizational charts and relevant documentation from requesting unit.
- Some requests may require Presidential approval. If so, please complete the Presidential Exception form (PDF) and include it with your submission.
- Questions may be directed to the Strategic Hiring Committee at strategic_hiring@kent.edu.
President and Strategic Hiring Approval Guide (PDF)
