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- Will my application be used for other positions or kept
on file for future vacancies?
A: Credentials are kept on file for two years
and can be used for future vacancies, however, applicants are
strongly encouraged to apply (re-apply) for the specific position
of interest.
- Why do you need an application when I submitted a resume
on-line?
A: The preferred method of applying for DHS positions
is a cover letter and resume emailed to the respective agency.
Some hiring officials may ask for an application. The job posting
will clearly indicate the required method of applying for a position.
- Many companies allow you to enter information directly
to them, why do I have to buy books and software in order to send
you my resume?
A: In many instances you may submit your resume
attached to an email. We may soon have a means for applicants
to build a resume online and save to their personal PC for future
use.
- Can I submit my resume without applying for a specific
position?
A: Applicants are encouraged to apply for listed
vacancies.
- Will I be notified when I submit my resume?
A: With some positions there is an email acknowledgement
sent. However with most jobs the email acknowledgement is not
used. Like many agencies (public & private) the large volume
of resume's received doesnt allow us to contact everyone who applies
for a job. DHS job announcements will provide the job seeker with
an email address and email subject line content. As a large public
entity, we are targeted by SPAM and/or malicious emails, thus
its very important that the job seeker follow email instructions
listed in the job announcement.
- What is the process once you receive my resume?
A: Within 1 week of the closing date all applications
(resumes) are reviewed for the best qualified applicants for that
particular vacancy. The best qualified candidates are then advanced
to the hiring manager for interview consideration. Shortly after
receiving this group of candidates, the hiring manager will contact
individuals and schedule interview dates.
Some positions may not have a closing date. On those positions,
credentials are reviewed as they come in. Those applicants determined
to be best qualified are forwarded to the hiring manager for interview
consideration. Job seekers should check our employment page regularly
and apply immediately for any vacancy of interest.
- What do you look for in a resume?
A: Generally speaking we are comparing the skill
sets/responsibilities listed in the job announcement with the
skill sets listed in the resume. Unfortunately many job seekers
use the same, general resume to apply for multiple job titles.
Rather than tailor their background, experience, and/or education
for a specific position, many focus on the job title and not the
job description/qualifications (e.g. a Social Worker for our Division
of Mental Health, DD, and AD shares the title, but will probably
have different responsibilities than a Social Worker employed
by the American Red Cross).
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