APPLICATION INFORMATION

1. Job Announcement:

• Lists essential duties and minimum qualifications required.
• Shows application closing date and identifies any supplemental material, Supplemental Questionnaire or additional forms required for applying for the position.

2. Application Form:

• Each application for a City position requires a formal application form and the job announcement tells which form is required.
• The completed form is the official basis for the application process and, for selected applicants, for City employment.
• The Human Resources Department routinely verifies conviction, driving and other information provided in the application form.
• Conviction or pending charges not reported will be cause for disqualification of an application, and an applicant so disqualified will not be eligible to apply for City employment for a period of one year.

3. Sign and Date:

• Sign and date the application form and have your signing witnessed.
• The witness must also sign and date the form.
• Signatures cannot be made electronically by computer and do not need to be notarized.

4. Veterans Preference Points:

• An eligible veteran must submit a copy of the DD214 form with each job application.
• Veterans Disability Points: An eligible veteran must submit a copy of the disability award showing percent of disability. Forms must be submitted with each application for points to be applied.

5. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990:

• Reasonable accommodation shall be made during the employment process for qualified applicants with disabilities, when the City is made aware of the need for such accommodation.
• Please indicate your need for an accommodation on the last page of the application form.
• You will be required to provide the Human Resources Department with written verification from a doctor, rehabilitation counselor or other authorized person confirming your disability and indicating a reasonable accommodation.
• All information will remain confidential.

6. Supplemental Driving Application Information:

• The job announcement for the position will indicate if the position requires a valid driver’s license or a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License).
• If this is a requirement the supplemental application information in the application form must be completed.

7. Supplemental Questions:

• If additional questions are provided for a position application they must be prepared and submitted with application by the formal application deadline.

A complete application—Application Form, Supplemental Application, Supplemental Questions and required attachments—must be received in the Human Resources Department office before 4:30 p.m. (central time) on the official closing date for the position. Visit Employment Opportunities for current postings.

The City of Madison is not responsible for mail or fax delivery of materials. Applicants are responsible for assuring timely submittals. Please visit Application Submission for more details.

If you have any questions about the position you are applying for, or about the application or selection process for that position, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at (608) 266-4615.