That will prevent the job search from consuming all your time in the fall and allow you to continue writing your dissertation during the search. But keep in mind that letters of recommendation may need to be updated in the fall to reflect your progress. Give some thought to your future research plans. For tenure-track positions, search committees want to know that you have thought about what to do after your dissertation. You don't need a proposal, just a sense of direction.
Faculty are busy and can get distracted.
Make sure to send your application well in advance of the deadline. This allows the search committee to inform you if any part of the application is missing. It also expresses interest in the position on your part. After applying Waiting can be stressful. Preparing for interviews For a convention interview at a hotel suite, make sure to find out the name under which the suite will be booked.