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1. What are the steps in the application process?

1. Applicants complete and submit applications for desired positions.
2. Applications are input into the Applicant Management System (AMS) after the closing date has occurred.
3. The applicant takes the skills test and/or written test if required.
4. Applicants are notified by mail of test results.
5. Applications are screened to determine most qualified applicants.
6. Qualified and unqualified applicants are notified by mail of their status.
7. A certified list of eligibles is prepared and mailed to the appropriate departments.
8. The appropriate department contacts candidates listed on eligibles list for interviews.
9. After all candidates have been interviewed, the department recommends s candidate for employment and returns eligibles list with comments to the Human Resources Department.
10. The recommended candidate is contacted and offered job; if he/she accepts, the candidate is scheduled for a physical and orientation.
11. The selected candidate takes a physical according to the schedule.
12. Physical results are faxed to Human Resources.
13. The selected candidate attends orientation with Shelby County government providing necessary documentation needed for payroll processing.
14. The selected candidate reports to the actual job site to begin employment with Shelby County government.
15. All permanent and durational employees will be required to complete a six month probation.

2. What is a job number?

A job number is the unique identifying number of the job being posted.

3. What does the phrase "minimum acceptable qualifications" refer to?

Minimum acceptable qualifications refers to the minimum qualifications that are posted on each job announcement. These qualifications are used to screen each applicant to determine if they are qualified for the position.

4. How long are jobs posted?

All jobs are posted for six working days unless otherwise stated on the job announcement.

5. How long are applications active?

Applications are active until the position has been filled and the selected candidate has started to work.

6. If a position is listed in the newspaper, how do I apply for it?

Interested candidates can apply for positions listed in the newspaper according to the instructions given in the advertisement.

7. What are open, closed promotional, durational, and registered positions?

View our positions defined page to learn about what these terms refer to.

8. How long is my application active for registered positions?

Applications on the register are active until all positions are filled or the list of qualified applicants has been exhausted.

9. Who can I contact if I still have a question?

If you still have a question after reading all of the information on our website, you can email the Human Resources Department during regular business hours or call (901) 222-2327.