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FAQs
Yes, please ensure all applicable sections of the online application are completed. Incomplete applications will not be sent to the hiring department. Your online application should reflect the required work experience and education needed to meet the minimum qualifications of the position for which you are applying. Work experience is a required field, even if you are unemployed. See the ‘How to Apply’ instructions for more information.
At the beginning of the online application, you will be able to attach a resume each time you apply for a position. Attaching a resume, however, does not substitute for completing the entire online application.
No, all applications must be submitted through the online application system. Please do not contact the hiring department.
Once you submit an application, you will receive an email confirmation. All applications are reviewed and screened against position qualifications. Approximately 3-7 business days after the application submission deadline, you will receive an email regarding your eligibility for the position. If your application meets the position qualifications, it will be forwarded to the hiring manager for review. Hiring managers will then contact candidates who best meet the position requirements.
Please contact Human Resources at 850-891-8214 during normal business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST). You may also submit an email by clicking on the ‘Contact Us’ link at the bottom of the Human Resources webpage.
Job postings are updated weekly on Saturdays. Please pay attention to the application submission deadline for each position you are interested in as applications will not be accepted after that time.
While you cannot update an application once it has been submitted, you may submit another application for the same position before the specified application deadline to update your information.
No, if you have submitted an application in the past, the information you previously entered will populate on your new application. When this occurs, please review your information and update it, if necessary.
You may upload it as an attachment in Step 2 of 8 by clicking on the ‘Attach Cover Letter’ option.
Yes, you can submit attachments. In Step 3 of 8, you will be able to attach the following documents: Veterans Preference documentation (Service Statement or DD 214), reference letters (personal and professional), transcripts, Florida EMT CARD, firefighter certification, driver’s license and TPD and/or CDA personal history statement(s).
Login to the Careers page, then click ‘My Job Applications’. All applications you have saved or submitted will be listed. To view a current application, click on the corresponding job title link. Only an application that is in “Not Applied” status can be updated and submitted, if the submission deadline has not passed. To view a resume or cover letter, scroll to the bottom of the list and see sections labeled as ‘My Resumes’” and ‘My Cover Letters and Attachments’. Resumes and cover letters cannot be edited or updated from this site; they may only be viewed.
You have a couple options. Click on the view finder icon in the ‘School Code’ box. Under search criteria, you can search for your school by entering its name under the description box and then clicking the search button. If your school is in the list, it will come up in a separate window for you to click on. If your school is not listed, you can type the school’s name in the box labeled ‘School Description’. You must select a degree type. Click on the view finder icon to search your degree type. If you do not see your specific degree listed, please select ‘Unknown Degree’. To view the list of majors alphabetically, click on the magnifying glass then click on the word ‘Description’. If your major is not listed, you can enter it in the major description box.
You must have an email address to submit an application, but if you do not have one, there are several popular sites for free email accounts, including gmail.com, outlook.com and yahoo.com.
An automatic email message will be sent to you confirming receipt of your application. If you do not receive an email (check spam box first), log in using your user name and password, click on ‘My Job Applications’ and view the application and status. If in ‘Not Applied’ status, click on the link and submit. For additional help, see ‘How to Apply’ or contact the City’s HR office.
You may need to clear your browser cache or delete your browser history. Below are steps to help on two popular internet browsers.
Internet Explorer: Open your Internet Explorer browser and from the menu go to Tools>>Internet Options. On the General tab, click the Delete Files button. Next, click the OK button then and close your browser. For newer versions, choose Tools or Safety>>Delete Browsing History>>Delete.
Google Chrome: Open your Chrome Browser and click on the three dots in the top right corner of your screen. Click ‘More Tools’ then click ‘Clear Browsing Data’. A popup block will appear. Make sure that you click ‘Browsing History’ and then click the ‘Clear Data’ button. Once you do this, close out your browser screen completely.
The following are for external applicants only.
Log into the Careers Page and click on My Account Information. Click the Change Password link.
Log into the Careers Page and click on My Account Information. From here, you will be able to update/delete your profile contact information, including your phone number and email address.
To reset your password, click the sign in option on the careers page. Next, click the forgot password option and enter your username. Once you do this, the system will automatically send an email to the email address associated with your username with a temporary password. You will need to log into the careers page using this temporary password, and then you will be automatically prompted to change your password. Please remember to check your spam/junk email if you do not receive the email within a few minutes of requesting a new password.
If you cannot remember your username, please click on the forgot username option. You will then be prompted to enter the email address you have on file with us. Within a few minutes, you should receive an email showing your username. If you do not receive it, please contact Human Resources for further assistance (850-891-8214).
City Employees & Human Resources
Current, City Employees have access to several convenient online services as listed below.
The City of Tallahassee is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at 850-891-8387 or at tlhada@talgov.com.
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