Applicants' FAQ: Application Functionality
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Can I apply for more than one job at a time?
- Yes. Select the jobs of interest and click the "Apply for Selected Jobs" button.
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Must I fill out all sections of the online application?
- Yes. Fill out all pertinent sections of the online application, even if you attach a resume. You may save an incomplete application and return at a later time to complete it.
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What do you consider a "complete" application for an instructional position?
- A completed application includes electronically attached transcripts, letters of reference - including email addresses of references, college attended and a credentials file.
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How do I upload a hard copy of a letter of reference to my application as an attachment?
- If you have a hard copy of a letter of reference that you would like to attach to your application, the document will need to be scanned, converted to a PDF document and uploaded to your applicant attachment profile.
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How can I save my application and come back to it?
- You are encouraged to save your application frequently. At any time during the application process, you can click save and return, then click save on the “Complete Application” page. Your application will be saved in “My Career Tools” under “Application”.
- NOTE: If the Status says “Not Applied”, then you have not submitted your application.
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How long does my application remain active?
- Your application remains active for two years from the date of your application.
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How can I see the jobs I have applied for?
- Click on “My Career Tools” under “Application”. If the status is "Not Applied," then you have not submitted your application. If the status is "Applied," then you have successfully submitted your application.
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What does the Save & Continue button do?
- Save & Continue allows you to save what you’ve entered so far and move to the next section of the application process. This saves your application in a draft and allows you to go back and access it at a later time.
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What happens to my application after I submit it?
- After you have electronically submitted your application, you will receive an email confirming the submission. All applications are then reviewed and screened against position qualifications and references are verified. Candidates who best meet the position requirements will be contacted by Human Resources to schedule an interview. All applications are retained for a two-year period.
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Can I remove/delete my resume?
- No, you can add a new “Updated Resume”.
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Can I update an application once it has been submitted?
- No, you cannot make changes after you submit your application. Once you have submitted an application, you may update your profile information such as address, email address and phone number and attach additional references, transcripts, etc. under Career Tools - Add Attachments.
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Do I have to re-enter my information every time I apply?
- No, if you use the SAME login and password each time, your profile information will populate.
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Will I need to monitor my Career page?
- Yes. New job openings are posted periodically.
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If I apply multiple times for the same job, which application do you look at?
- The most recent application is reviewed.
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What format does my resume, cover letter and any other documents need to be in?
- Any document you upload to the site can be in the following formats:
- MS Word document (doc or docx) – Highly recommended!
- MS Works document (wps)
- PDF (pdf)
- Plain text format (txt)
- Rich text format (rtf)
- Any document you upload to the site can be in the following formats:
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How should I supply my references?
- Three complete references are required. Enter complete reference information (name, full address, phone number and email address) for each of your references in the section called References. You are encouraged to attach letters of reference to your application and include the information in your resume, but three references are required fields that you must complete in order to submit your application properly.
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What is the expected turnaround time and method of contact?
- Once your application is submitted, you will receive an email notification from the system that you have successfully submitted your application. You may receive an email or phone call from Human Resources as a means of communication.
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Will I be contacted for a job interview?
- All applications are first reviewed and screened for a fit to current openings. Those applicants meeting the specific criteria for job openings are contacted by to schedule an interview.
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How can I check the status of my application?
- Once your application is submitted, you will receive an email notification from the system. Your credentials, resume and references will be reviewed and evaluated to determine a match with the current job posting. Should a successful match be made, then you will be contacted to schedule an interview.
