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Additional Employment Information

Citizenship
Is NOT a requirement unless so stated. Non-citizen applicants must have alien registration receipt card.

Driver's License
When so stated, a valid California driver's license of a specific class will be required at all times during your employment in this classification. License must be presented and verified before your name can be certified from the eligible list. Individuals in certain positions may be required to obtain a license at a later date as a condition of employment.

Eligible Lists
Names of persons who successfully pass all sections of the examination are placed on an eligibility list in order of their total score. Three names are certified by the Civil Service Commission to the hiring Department whenever there is a vacancy to be filled. An open eligible list is valid for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years. Promotional lists are valid for two years. An open list may be cancelled any time it is over one year old, or less than three names remain on the list.

Examination
Open competitive examinations are open to any person who meets the minimum requirements as stated on the bulletin. All applications filed will be reviewed, and those persons who do not appear to be qualified will be rejected and will be so notified prior to the time of the examination. Applicants must pass each section of the examination with a score of 70% or better. Promotional eligibility is extended to permanent City employees who have completed their probationary period by the final filing date and who meet the minimum requirements stated on the bulletin.

Examination Appeal Period
All appeals regarding perceived unfairness or lack of job relatedness of any examination must be filed in writing in the Human Resources Department by the end of the third working day immediately following the examination and before results of the examination are published. (Civil Service Rules & Regulations, Rule IV, Section 13).

Pre-Placement Medical and/or Psychological Examination
Candidates considered for appointment must pass a pre-placement medical examination, which includes a drug/alcohol screening test. The pre-placement medical examination, which is based on the occupational health standards of the position, is to determine whether the eligible candidate is physically and/or psychologically capable of performing the essential functions and duties of the position before being appointed to that position.

Probationary Period
Unless otherwise stated on the bulletin permanent employees must successfully complete a probationary period of six months.

Veterans' Preference
Is given for Open entrance level classifications. Veterans, the unmarried widow or widower of a veteran, disabled veterans and the spouse of a disabled veteran who have received a passing grade on the examination are entitled to additional points as determined by the Civil Service Commission. To claim preference, proof of military service (DD214 or equivalent) must be submitted by the final filing date.

Substantial Benefits - Salaried Employees
Promotional Opportunities - Retirement Benefits - Vacation - Holidays - Sick Leave - Health & Dental Plans - and others. For further information on job opportunities, call the City of Glendale Job Information Hotline: (818) 548-2127


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