1.
Do I have to complete
a separate application for each job in which I have interest?
Yes. There is a specific recruitment number for each
recruitment. Each recruitment and application is treated
independently.2. How
do I submit my application?
You can submit your application on-line through the direct link
from the job announcement on the County website www.sdcounty.ca.gov.
There are also two locations where you may submit printed applications and
supplemental application materials, one in
the city of San Diego and one in North San Diego County. Applications
and supplemental application materials may be hand delivered or mailed
to the San Diego location, and will be accepted as long as they are received and date stamped
in the Department of Human Resources by the application
deadline on the job announcement.
Department
of Human Resources
County of San Diego
1600 Pacific Highway, Room 207
San Diego, CA 92101
North County
Human Resources Office
HHSA North County Inland Center
600 East Valley Parkway
Escondido, CA 92025
3. Do I need to
submit anything else with my application?
If supplemental information or other materials are required as
part of an application, it will be indicated on the job
announcement. The supplemental materials are necessary to
determine if the minimum qualifications for the position for which
you are applying are met. In order to be considered, you
must submit all supplemental information at the same time you
submit your application.
Copies of any required licenses,
transcripts or certificates that have been identified in the job
announcement should be attached to your application, but must
be submitted within ten days of the submittal date of the
application. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
NOTE: All materials must
be received by the Department of Human Resources on or before the
filing deadline.
4. Is there a written
test for every recruitment?
No, the evaluation process for a recruitment may be any one, or
a combination
of the following:
- rating of information contained
in your employment application and supplemental forms
- written multiple choice test
- written essay test
- oral interview
- performance test and/or
- work simulation test.
5. Can I prepare for
the test and are there study guides?
Carefully read the job announcement, particularly the
"Evaluation" section, for the knowledge, skills and
abilities that will be tested. Test related reference
materials may be available from the public library.
6. How do I
obtain a typing certificate?
Typing certificates can be obtained from continuing education
centers located throughout the County. Typing tests must be
conducted in accordance with the international Typing Contest
Rules. For a list of education centers, contact the
Department of Human Resources, 1600 Pacific Highway, Room 207, San
Diego, CA, 92101; or telephone (619) 236-2191.
7. I have submitted
my application - what happens next?
After submitting your application, it will be evaluated by an
analyst. The evaluation is designed to assess applicants'
job-related knowledge, skills and abilities to assure that the
applicant meets the minimum requirements for the position as
stated in the job announcement. After the evaluation is
complete, you will receive a notice that the minimum requirements
have, or have not, been met.
8. What is the
hiring process?
Once a recruitment is opened for either a specific timeframe, or,
as a "series", in which case it remains open for an
undetermined time, job announcements are posted.
Applications are received and evaluated, applicants are notified
of status, and an eligible list is created. When a
department has a vacancy, the list of top ranking applicants is
provided to the requesting department. The department
conducts interviews and makes the hiring decision.
9. What is my position
on the employment list?
The position on the employment list is not available to
applicants. The position on the list depends on a number of
factors that can change the order, i.e., candidates applied that are hired,
merging names from series exams, etc.
10. Can I transfer
employment from another County?
No, we have no employment reciprocity with other public agencies.
11. At
which location
will I be working?
This depends on the location of the particular position to be
filled. It is important to indicate on the employment
application at which locations you are willing to work as this
information is used when identifying candidates to interview.
12. Do I have
to be a U.S. Citizen to be hired?
The County hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized
alien workers. Every new hire will be required to complete
an Employment Verification Certification (Form I-9). Individuals
employed in executive-level positions or in positions subject
to Peace Officer Standards and Training must be citizens or permanent
residents of the U.S.
13. What is the process
for student workers?
Students wishing to work at the County must complete an
application and should directly contact the departments in which
they have an interest in working. 14.
How can I be sure my on-line application was
received?
When your application is received, you will receive an
automatic response. 15.
Can I get a copy of my application?
Copies are not available unless you are an employee of the
County.
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