How to Apply for a City of Rosemead Job

How Do I Submit My Application?

What Happens After I Submit My Application?

How Will I Know What Jobs I Am Qualified For And When To Apply?

Can I Apply For A Position Anytime I Wish?

If I Have Previously Completed An Application, Will I Automatically Be Considered For Other Positions?

What Does "Continuous" Mean?

What Are The Steps Of The Selection Process?

If A Test Is Given, Does Everyone Who Applies Take The Test?

What Happens After I Take A Test?

What Should I Do If I Am Called For An Interview?

What Will The Interview Be Like?

What Happens After The Interview?

Does Human Resources Conduct The Selection Interviews?

What Should I Do If My Address Or Phone Number Changes?

Q: How Do I Submit My Application?

A:The City of Rosemead only accepts employment applications for positions that are currently open. Please visit our Careers page to view our current opening. Only one application per position will be accepted. The City no longer accepts paper applications.

Q: What Happens After I Submit My Application?

A:You should receive an email confirmation after you submit your application from info@governmentjobs.com. You must keep a copy of the confirmation email as proof of submission. Each application is given careful review and consideration, and this takes time. Since the volume of applications we receive is generally large, the screening process can take several weeks. We realize it can be frustrating to feel you are on "hold," but please be patient and give us time to be thorough.

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly and frequently throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communication through US mail or telephone. Please add info@governmentjobs.com to your address book to avoid email notifications being filtered as spam. Please notify the Human Resources Division as soon as possible of any changes to your email address or other personal information to HR@cityofrosemead.org

Q: How Will I Know What Jobs I Am Qualified For And When To Apply?

A:Whenever a position becomes available for open recruitment, the City of Rosemead Human Resources Unit issues a job bulletin for the position. The job bulletin contains a brief job description, a statement of the duties of the position, a description of the qualifications, experience and education which are required, including licenses, certifications, etc. Please read the job bulletin carefully to see if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. A filing deadline may or may not appear on every job announcement. You must be certain your application is received in Human Resources by the filing deadline date and time. A confirmation email should be emailed to you once you submitted your application.

Q: Can I Apply For A Position Anytime I Wish?

A:The City of Rosemead only accepts applications for open positions, that is, any position which has been announced and for which we are actively recruiting. Applications are not accepted unless the position is open.

Q: If I Have Previously Completed An Application, Will I Automatically Be Considered For Other Positions?

A:No. You must submit a separate application for each position in which you are interested.

Depending upon the applicant pool, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will not necessarily be selected to participate in the recruitment process.

Q: What Does "Continuous" Mean?

A:When this deadline-free approach is indicated on the job announcement, it means that the position will close without notice once a sufficient number of applications from qualified individuals have been received.

Q: What Are The Steps Of The Selection Process?

A:The steps of the selection process vary, depending upon the position. For example, an application screening and oral appraisal interview may be all that is required. On the other hand, you may be required to pass a written exam. A performance test may be required for a position requiring certain skills, such as typing or the operation of heavy equipment. Decisions about the selection process are made by the Hiring Authority and Human Resources when the position opens. Each job announcement will contain a description of the specific selection process that will be used for that specific open position. The final outcome of the selection process (whether it involves an application screening or a testing process), is the creation of a list of qualified candidates (called an Eligibility List) for consideration by the Hiring Authority. The Hiring Authority will contact the top three candidates from the Eligibility List for a second interview.

Q: If A Test Is Given, Does Everyone Who Applies Take The Test?

A:Before any decision is made regarding who should be invited to a test, each application is carefully reviewed based upon the requirements of the position. Only those candidates whose experience and training most closely match the City's requirements for the position will be invited to take part in the competitive testing process. Depending upon the applicant pool, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will not necessarily be selected to participate in the hiring process. If you receive notice that you are not among the highest qualified candidates, do not be discouraged. Sometimes the competition is pretty tough!

Q: What Happens After I Take A Test?

A:You will be notified of your test results as soon as possible - usually within two weeks. If you have successfully passed the written or practical examination, you may be invited to an interview.

Q: What Should I Do If I Am Called For An Interview?

A:Be certain that you know where and when to report and the position for which you are being considered. Mark it in your calendar! Do not be late! Please come dressed in interview attire.

Q: What Will The Interview Be Like?

A:Generally, the interview is conducted by an oral board made up of three panelists. Often the panelists will come from different departments, and may not even be employees of the City of Rosemead. During your interview, you will be asked structured and situational questions to help the panelists understand your education and work experience as it relates to the position. The questions are designed to evaluate your qualifications as much as possible in the short amount of time available.

Q: What Happens After The Interview?

A:You should be notified by email within two weeks of the results of your interview. If you have been successful, your name will be placed on an Eligibility List for the position. The City of Rosemead maintains a certified list which means that the names of eligible candidates are placed on an Eligibility List by rank and score. The Eligibility List is then sent to the Hiring Authority. The Hiring Authority may conduct second interviews with the top three candidates from the Eligibility List. The Eligibility List for the job classification will remain in effect for one year.

Q: Does Human Resources Conduct The Selection Interviews?

A:No. In fact, the Human Resources is often NOT involved in the final selection decision. The City's objective is obviously to hire the best person for the position. Human Resources recruits, screens, and tests applicants based upon requirements for the position in order to create a pool of eligible candidates for consideration. The supervisors or managers in the business unit where the vacancy actually exists then review this pool of candidates, evaluate each candidate's qualification for the particular job, and make a job offer.

Q: What Should I Do If My Address Or Phone Number Changes?

A:You should notify the Human Resources Division immediately at HR@cityofrosemead.org. We will make the necessary changes to your records. If we are unable to contact you because, your name may be withdrawn from further consideration.

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