Interviewing Quincy bishop candidates

Father Joe sent out this update from the Diocese: 

“Please continue to keep the Nominating Committee for our next bishop in your prayers. This group of people received applications for the next bishop of Quincy. They are currently reviewing the paper work and will conduct initial interviews very soon. Once the field of candidates is narrowed down to the canonical requirement of at least three, but no more than five people, then a second round of interviews, will be conducted. Watch for more information on the second round of interviews as these will be forums for people from outside the Nominating Committee to submit questions to the candidates. We will also videotape these interviews and make copies available to all churches, so that the congregations can make informed choices for the election of the bishop. The time and place of the election will be announced very soon.”

I’m going to try to find out a little more about the process; I'll post anything pertinent here. 

For example, are people asked to apply? Does a notification go out saying there’s an opening? Is there some kind of ecclesiastical headhunter organization, as there is in business, to find candidates to fill key positions such as this? 

I’m also curious about what qualities the committee is looking for in a new bishop. I know there was a survey earlier seeking input from clergy and laity. It would be interesting to get a look at a summary of skills, talents and experience in the ideal candidate.