A fair hiring process is based on ability to do the job and is objective, consistent, and non-discriminatory. Fairness includes addressing the possibility of unconscious bias.

Fairness applies at all stages of the hiring process including the details in the posted position, the screening potential candidates, interviewing, selection, and offer.

For example, in an interview there may be an expectation that candidates be outspoken and self-promoting. This expectation may be biased against some candidates whose culture prioritizes listening (rather than speaking) skills and sees self-promotion as bragging.