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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How can I apply for a job with the City of Modesto?
Each recruitment is open for a certain filing period during which employment applications are accepted.
A separate City of Modesto employment application is required for each job. Employment applications may
be submitted online at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/modesto/default.cfm,
dropped off at the Personnel
Department, Suite 2200, 1010 Tenth Street, Modesto, or may be mailed to the Personnel Department, P. O.
Box 642, Modesto, CA 95353. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date.
Postmarks are not accepted.
2. Can I apply for a job online?
Yes, click here http://agency.governmentjobs.com/modesto/default.cfm to apply online.
3. Can I fill out one application for several jobs?
Each job requires a separate employment application. You may create an application that can be saved
and used to apply for more than one job opening by clicking on the “Build Job Application” link. Click
here http://agency.governmentjobs.com/modesto/default.cfm for more information.
4. What happens after I apply for a job?
Applications are screened and all candidates are notified via email or US mail of the status of their
application. For those who are invited to continue in the testing process, the notification will outline
the next step, which may include a written exam, performance test, or oral board, etc.
5. After applying for a job, how long does it take to get scheduled for an interview?
Notices are emailed or mailed (based on applicant preference) to applicants within two to three
weeks of the final filing date.
6. How do I update my contact information if I move after applying for a job?
If you change your name, phone number or address, you must update your online applicant profile at
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/modesto/default.cfm or contact the
Personnel Department at (209) 577-5402 to provide us with your updated information.
7. Can I receive an automatic notification of job openings?
Yes, you can complete an electronic “Interest Card” to automatically be notified by email when a specific recruitment opens.
Click here http://agency.governmentjobs.com/modesto/default.cfm
for more information about our online interest cards.
8. What benefits do you offer new employees?
Complete benefit and salary information is available on the City’s website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/modesto/default.cfm.
For specific benefits click on the job description of your choice and select the benefits tab.
9. How do people find out about City jobs?
Current vacancies are posted on the City’s website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/modesto/default.cfm and on our
24 hour job line recording (209) 577-5498.
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P.O. Box 642, Modesto, CA 95353