***PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING BEFORE PROCEEDING***

An e-mail address is required to apply on-line. If you do not have an e-mail address, but would like to open an e-mail account, you can sign-up for a free e-mail account with a number of vendors including Hotmail, Yahoo! Mail, etc. You will need to check the website of the vendor you are interested in and will have to agree to the terms as set by the vendor you select.

To read the job announcement for a position, click on the “POSITION TITLE.”

To apply for a position, you would click on the “APPLY” link and log on to governmentjobs.com. In the job announcement, you will find a link to “APPLY” for the position. When you click on the “APPLY” link, you will be prompted to log into governmentjobs.com.

If this is your first time to apply on-line using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to register. It is free and easy to register. Remember to keep a record of your user name and password once you have set-up an account. Do not share your registered governmentjobs.com account information with anyone.

Once you have logged on, you may complete the on-line application form. The on-line application form will require you to provide your personal profile information, including name and contact information; educational information; work experience; certificates and/or licenses; skills; additional information; and your resume (optional). In the work experience section of the application form, please give complete information for all jobs held during the past 10 years, including verifiable volunteer experience. List your most current job first. Resumes may be attached in the resume section as noted; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City application, especially the work experience section of the on-line application. On-line applications without a completed work employment section will be rejected as an incomplete application and will not be processed.

Once you have completed the on-line application form, you will need to complete the supplemental questionnaire. You will be prompted to answer these questions once you have successfully completed the application section. Please give complete and specific details regarding your qualifications. Responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be used in addition to the on-line application to determine a candidate’s qualifications for the position for which you apply. Neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling, and ability to follow instructions will be considered in evaluating each candidate’s responses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the supplemental questionnaire. On-line applications without a completed supplemental questionnaire will be rejected as an incomplete application and will not be processed.

Once you have completed your on-line application form and supplemental questionnaire, click the “SAVE AND VIEW” application button. Remember to confirm your application. After confirming, you will be prompted to “CERTIFY AND SUBMIT” your application which then completes your submission.

Should you wish to print a copy of your on-line application form, click the “PRINT” button.

You will receive an e-mail confirmation shortly after submission notifying you that your application was successful.

Completed on-line application forms and supplemental questionnaires must be received by the final filing date and time as noted on the job announcement.

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with the City of Fountain Valley!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where are the City of Fountain Valley’s current job vacancies listed? In the “Employment Opportunities” section, click on the job you are interested in. The job announcement, application, and supplemental application form can be accessed by clicking on the appropriate icon.

Who will see my application materials? Only City of Fountain Valley Personnel Department staff with limited information provided to the Department representative assisting with a specific recruitment. Note that the data is maintained on a secured web server and that the data is not shared with anyone outside the specified City of Fountain Valley staff members.

What information will I be asked to provide? As with any employment application, you will be asked to provide personal information such as your name, contact information, educational qualifications, employment history, and qualifications as they pertain to the position you are applying for. Note that an e-mail address will be required as the City will correspond with candidates via e-mail only. It is suggested that you have this information readily available when you complete your application to expedite the process.

What if I do not have access to a computer with internet service? The City of Fountain Valley Public Library provides computer access free of charge. Other public libraries may also provide free computer access.

Must I have an e-mail address to apply for a City position? You must have an e-mail address to apply for a City position as the City will correspond with candidates via e-mail only. If you do not have an e-mail address but would like to open an e-mail address, you can sign-up for a free e-mail account with a number of vendors including Hotmail, Yahoo! Mail, etc. You will need to check the website of the vendor you are interested in and would have to agree to the terms as set by the vendor selected.

Must I set-up a “user account” to apply on-line? Yes. Click on the “On-line registration” link to create your user account. Remember to keep a record of your user name and password for future reference. You will use this information to check on your application status and to apply for other positions.

How do I apply for a position? Click on the “Apply” link and provide the requested information. The on-line application form will require you to provide your personal profile information including name and contact information; educational information; work experience; certificates and/or licenses; skills; additional information; and your resume (optional). In the work experience section of the application form, please give complete information for all jobs held during the past 10 years, including verifiable volunteer experience. List your most current job first. Resumes may be attached in the resume section as noted; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City application especially the work experience section of the on-line application. On-line applications without a completed work employment section will be rejected as an incomplete application and will not be processed.

How do I save my application? Each time you complete a section of the application form, you will need to click the “Save and View Application” button at the bottom of the form. If, at any time, you need to exit out of the application form, click the “Save and View Application” button and the system will save the information you have input thus far. To complete your application form, log into your account using your user name and password to access your application. When you have completed your application, click the “Save and View Application” button and confirm your application. Then click the “Certify and Submit” button thereby completing submission of your application.

How do I print a copy of my completed application? Click the “Print” button to print your application after you have certified and submitted your application.

How do I know if my application was received by the City of Fountain Valley? You will receive an e-mail confirmation shortly after submission of your application notifying you that your application was successful.

What is a final filing date? A final filing date is the last date the City of Fountain Valley will accept applications for a specific recruitment. The system will not accept applications submitted after the final filing date.

What is a continuous recruitment? For some recruitments, applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of applications have been received. For such recruitments, prompt application is encouraged because the recruitment may close at any time without prior notice. The system will not accept applications submitted after the final filing date.

Can I submit a resume? You may cut and paste a resume into your application. However, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City application. Applications which do not include all of the requested information will be rejected as an incomplete application and will not be processed.

What if I am interested in a position which is currently not open? You may complete an interest card if you click on the “Interest Card” link on the employment opportunities page. If the position becomes open within 12 months of the date you submitted your interest card, you will receive an e-mail notification of the recruitment.

Can I review the status of my application? Yes. To review your application status, log onto your account using your user name and password.

If I apply for more than one position, do I need to submit a separate application? Yes. A completed City application and supplemental questionnaire is required for each position a candidate is applying for. However, once you have established your user account, you may click on the “Populate” button to automatically populate the new application with the information from your previous application. You may then review and update your application materials as necessary.

How will I be notified regarding the status of the position for which I applied? E-mail notices will be sent to candidates at each step of the recruitment process.

What if I have additional questions? If you have additional questions, you may contact the City of Fountain Valley Personnel Department at 10200 Slater Avenue, Fountain