* Where is the Personnel Department located? Is parking available?

The Personnel Department is located at 27 Madison Avenue, 1st Floor, Montgomery, Alabama. Limited metered parking is available in front of the building. Additional parking is available in the City Parking Deck, across the street from the Personnel Department. There is a fee to park in the City Parking Deck.

* Where can I get an application and a copy of the job posting?

Job Opportunity Announcements and applications may be obtained from the Montgomery City-County Personnel Department, State Employment Offices, or downloaded from the website. Applications will be mailed or faxed to individuals living outside the Montgomery City limits. The Job Opportunity Announcement (supplemental questionnaire) and the application form must be printed on standard 8-1/2 X 11 inch paper. The application and Job Opportunity Announcement are in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. The application and the Job Opportunity Announcement (supplemental questionnaire) can not be completed on-line at this time nor can the forms be submitted on-line. CLEARLY STATE the position you are applying for.

* How can I be notified when applications are being accepted for a particular position?

If you are interested in being notified about future openings, please select the pull down Pay & Classification Plans. This site has job descriptions, salary ranges, and a mailing list option. On the “please select” pull down, select one of the options then select the tab “submit query.” This will bring up an alphabetical listing of the job descriptions. To view the job description, select the link “click here for Acrobat job description.” After reviewing the job description, if you are interested in being notified when applications are being accepted for that position, please select link option “join mailing list.” Complete the form fields and select “insert record.” Repeat this process for each of the positions you are interested in. The Personnel Department will notify you by post card when applications are being accepted for that position. Important: If you have a change of name and/or address notify this department so your record can be updated with your current information. The Personnel Department also maintains a recorded listing of all the current vacancies. The telephone number is (334) 241-2217.

* Can I submit a resume in place of an application?

A resume can be submitted with an application but CAN NOT take the place of a completed application.

* Are copies of applications accepted?

Copies of applications are accepted. It may be to your advantage to complete each application based on the requirements of the specific position you are applying for.

* Can I use the same application to apply for several positions?

A separate application must be submitted for each position.

* Are faxed applications accepted?

You may fax your application to (334) 241-2219. The fax MUST be received before 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.

* What does the 5:00 p.m. closing date mean? What if I apply for a position after the 5:00 p.m. closing date? What if the closing date is “until the hiring needs are met?”

The p.m. closing date means this is the last date and time an application will be accepted for that position. The closing date is indicated on the Job Opportunity Announcement. The application can be delivered in person, by hand-mail, by the U.S. postal service or any other mail delivery service, or by facsimile (334) 241-2219. If an application is received by any of these methods after 5:00 p.m., the applicant’s name will be placed on a mailing list to be notified when applications are being accepted again for that position. A position which states “completed applications will be accepted until the hiring needs are met” indicates applications are continuously evaluated until further notice. The announcement may be closed at any time without prior notice.

* What if I apply for a position that is not open for applications?

Your name will be added to a mailing list to be notified when applications are being accepted for that position.

* What is a Supplemental Questionnaire? Why do I have to complete a Supplemental Questionnaire if I have submitted an application?

A Supplemental Questionnaire is a tool used in addition to the application to verify qualifications and/or to obtain more detailed information about your education, training, or experience for a particular job. If a Supplemental Questionnaire is required with an application, this will be stated on the Job Opportunity Announcement. These questionnaires may be graded and the score may be used to determine your ranking on the list. An application is not considered complete if the Supplemental Questionnaire is not submitted with your application.

* What does an examination consist of?

The examination for a position may consist of a written or performance examination, evaluation of training and experience, supplemental questionnaire, oral examination, or a combination of these. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be notified when and where to report for examination, if required.

*When will I receive results of my application?

Candidates who successfully complete all steps in the examination process are notified by mail if their application has been accepted, rejected, or requires additional information. If accepted, you will be notified when and where to report for examination, if applicable. Successful candidates are placed on the register of eligible applicants and will be notified in writing of their standing (rank) on the register as soon as practicable. Register information is not given over the phone in order to protect candidate privacy but is only given in writing. Candidates who are not available for employment or refuse employment will be placed on inactive status. Candidates who wish to be returned to active status must make their request in writing. It is the candidate's responsibility to notify the Personnel Department of changes in name, address, telephone number or email address.