APPLICATION PROCESS

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Applicants who apply online will receive an automatic email reply confirming receipt of their application. Applicants who submit their application via fax/mail/in person will receive a letter confirming receipt after the position closes.

Applications are evaluated based on the minimum qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Only those applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are considered eligible for further consideration and will have their application forwarded to the hiring manager for review.

Your qualifications will be evaluated based on the information listed on your application. As a result, it is very important that you fill out the application completely even if you attach a resume. Please be thorough in describing your education, experience, job duties, professional affiliations, certifications and volunteer experience.

INTERVIEW SELECTIONS

Candidates who are selected to interview will be contacted by telephone after the position closing date, or in the event of an "open until filled" recruitment, once a sufficient number of applications have been screened. This is usually within two to four weeks. In the case of an "open until filled" recruitment, you may see the position still advertised even though interviews have begun. If you request special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify the Employee Relations Department for assistance at 303-987-7700.

The selection process may include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skills assessment, polygraph, psychological examinations, and/or oral interviews, depending on the position you have applied for. Interviews are typically conducted by a panel of City employees and representatives who are knowledgeable about the position. After the interviews are completed, you will be contacted either by telephone or mail as to your interview status.

BACKGROUND CHECKS AND JOB OFFERS

An Employee Relations Department representative will contact each finalist to discuss the background check and job offer process.

The background check typically includes a criminal background and reference checks, but may also include credit check, pre-employment physical, or drug screen, depending on position.

For further questions regarding the employment process please contact the Employee Relations Department at 303-987-7700.