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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We have an open admin position. This applicant has all of the experience we need, references were solid, but they are hounding us for the position.

They have followed up every day since our initial phone screen. The first was a general thank you for your time I am very interested in pursuing this position further. Then we did the in person interview Thursday and I said we would be reaching out to references. They sent follow up emails Friday, Saturday, and Sunday asking about references progress and saying they really need a job. I updated them yesterday and said we had connected with one reference, are waiting for at least one more to respond, and I will keep them updated. Then this morning I have an email "Good morning, any further progress on my references? I really need this job and to start working as I have no money. If not this job, I am open to any job you have available that I can start as soon as possible. Thank you".

To say the least, this is awkward and uncomfortable. How do I professionally respond to this and would you still consider them for the job?[/quote]

OP, I would thank her again for her interest and let her know what the next step in the process is.  I think candidates seeking jobs often feel like they are in the dark which can produce anxiety.  I think the candidate is feeling anxious and would like to know what is going on.  She seems qualified for the position so I would not eliminate her based on her continued interest in the job.  When we are on the hiring end, it is easy for us to be dismissive of the feelings of job candidates.  Put yourself in their shoes.  And, I think most of us want jobs because we need the money.  The candidate was simply stating a fact.  My advice to you, OP, is to be kind.  DCUM people can be very insensitive and live in an artificial world.[/quote]

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