Sample Letter (Unsuccessful Interviewee)

The Search Committee for [job title] has finally completed its deliberations, and I'm sorry to have to inform you that the position has been offered to and accepted by another candidate. Although your credentials are extremely impressive, the individual chosen had qualifications which more closely fit our needs.

Let me say on behalf of the Committee and Library staff how much we enjoyed meeting and getting to know you; it was a pleasure having you here, and I hope our paths will cross again.

I'm sure you will be successful in your job search, and I wish you the very best of luck in your future career.

Sincerely yours,

Chair/ Search Committee