Isle of Wight County - A Community of CHOICE Committed to Excellence

Applicant Information

Please read the following information before completing your application. A separate application form is required for each position title.

Completing the Application

Follow all instructions shown on the application. If you need more space attach additional sheets. All applicants, including those for promotional and transfer positions, must be completed IN FULL. A resume' may be attached to provide additional information but DOES NOT take the place of completing the application itself. A complete and accurate application is essential since this is the primary source used for determining your qualifications. Failure to record both month and year of previous work history will result in minimum credit.

Voluntary affirmative action information that you provide on the attached Application for Employment form is used for statistical reporting purposes only and is maintained in this office. Please be advised that resumes, letters of reference, etc., submitted with your application become the property of Isle of Wight County and cannot be returned.

Advertising Vacancies

Vacant positions are posted and/or advertised when employment availability occurs. You may also call (757) 365-6263, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. for information on current vacancies. Applications are accepted Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Job Requirements

Please note the educational and/or experience requirements listed in the employment advertisements for the jobs that interest you. These are minimum standards, which all applicants must meet in order to be considered for employment.

Employment Policy

It is our policy that employment decisions are made on the basis of merit and fitness for the position. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees are required to provide proof of identity and authorization of employability at the time of appointment.

Applicant Procedure

Vacant Positions

A completed Isle of Wight County Application for Employment must be received by the established closing date as stated in the employment advertisement.

If the position requires a test, you will be notified as to the date, time, and place to appear.

Every application received by the established closing date is reviewed for minimum qualifications and completeness by County staff. Should you meet the requirements for the position, your name will be placed on a register of eligible candidates.

Should you wish to inquire about the status of your application you may write or call our office at the address or phone number below.

You will be notified via postcard that your application has been received. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Time intervals may vary depending on the volume of applications received and the screening process involved with a particular position.

Interviews

Hiring departments hold interviews with applicants who are referred by the Human Resources Department. Persons selected for an interview will be notified by the Human Resources Department.

After the interviews, the hiring department will make a selection and return all applications to the Human Resources Department.

The HR Department will notify the selected candidate. Those candidates who are interviewed but not selected will also be informed of the hiring department's decision.

YOUR INTEREST IN ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY EMPLOYMENT IS APPRECIATED. SHOULD YOU HAVE A CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR PHONE NUMBER, OR A QUESTION REGARDING YOUR CURRENT STATUS, PLEASE CONTACT US AT:

Isle of Wight County
Human Resources Department
P.O. Box 80
Isle of Wight, Virginia 23397
(757) 365-6263

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