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Employment

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1. How do I apply for employment?

The City of Goodyear accepts on-line applications for open positions only. Open positions are posted on the Job Opportunities Webpage and in the lobby of City Hall at 190 North Litchfield Road. An application must be submitted for each available position for which you wish to apply. A resume may not be submitted in lieu of a City application. The City of Goodyear is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants are considered strictly on the basis of their qualifications for the position. Any applicant that requires additional assistance during the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Department (623-882-7765 or 623-882-7762) for accommodations. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date of the recruitment.

2. How do I attach a resume, cover letter, or additional information to my application?

You may attach one document to the application. It must be in Word (wpd) or Adobe (pdf) format and must be no larger than 1MB. You may also cut and paste, or type text into the ‘Resume’ field of the application.

3. How much employment history should I include in my application?

List your complete employment history for the past TEN years starting with your most recent employer. List all positions held, including military experience, part-time, summer, and/or volunteer work; do not omit any employers. Explain any gaps in employment. You must include job related duties on your application even if you have included a resume.

4. How can I be notified when a position I am interested in becomes available?

From the Job Opportunities Webpage , click on the ‘Request job notifications by category’ link. Place a check in the box next to each job category for which you would like to receive email notifications and fill out the required information in the 'Job Interest Card' section, then click the 'Submit Request' button. For the next 12 months after you submit this form, you will receive an email notification each time a position opens with the City Of Goodyear whose category matches one of the categories you've chosen. We'll also send you a reminder email in 11 months as a reminder to fill out a new card to be notified for another year. To change the results, deselect and reselect the categories by using the Clear All Categories/Select All Categories links or by clicking on the check boxes.

5. How can I edit or delete information on my on-line job application?

From the Job Opportunities Webpage, click on the position you have already applied for if the position is still open. You will be asked to log in, select the position in which you would like to edit, then you can edit any section of the application you like, including your resume.

Once the application is submitted however, you will not be able to change the application that has been submitted. If you would like to include the changes to your submitted application for that position you will need to re-submit the updated application. If the position is already closed and you would like to make changes or edits, please contact Human Resources (623-882-7765 or 623-882-7762) and they can assist you.

6. What is the selection process?

The selection process and timelines may vary by recruitment. Generally, once the position closes, the applications are forwarded to the hiring department for evaluation. Only applicants that meet the minimum qualifications will advance to the next step. Other areas of screening may include: preferred qualifications and examinations. Selected candidates will be invited to participate in an oral panel interview. All candidates participating in the interview process will be notified of the outcome. All offers of employment are conditional upon an applicant’s successful completion of a background investigation and pre-employment controlled substance drug and alcohol test.

7. What do I do if I experience technical difficulties?

Please allow yourself plenty of time to apply online in case of technical difficulties with the system. Do not wait until the last day so our staff can help you with any problems you may encounter. Should you encounter difficulties, please contact 623-882-7765 or 623-882-7762 for assistance. You may also come down to City Hall and use the computer in the front lobby.

8. How do I check the status of my application?

Go to www.governmentjobs.com and click on the “Career Seekers” tab. Enter your username and password. Click on “Application Status” and you will see the list of positions you have applied for and the status of each application.

9. How will I be notified if I am not selected for an interview?

You will receive an e-mail notice or a letter at the end of the process.

10. Is there an application deadline?

The closing date is listed on the Job Opportunities Webpage. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date listed on the job announcement. Once the position closes, it will be removed from the website and applications will not be accepted. Some job opportunities list “Continuous” under the closing date. These opportunities remain open until filled.

11. How do I get to City Hall?

To access a map to City Hall, click on the following link: Map to City Hall

12. What if I don’t have a computer?

You may come down to City Hall and use the computer in the front lobby, visit your local library, or any other location with public access computers.