FAQs

How does Human Resources determine if I qualify for the position?: Human Resources reviews the application materials you submit to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required for the position. It is critical that your application clearly demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications for you to be considered. Failure to include all information requested could result in the disqualification of your application from the recruitment process.

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Human Resources

You may access an employment application online or you may come into

City Hall
111 E Commercial Street
Willits, CA 95490

Hours
Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
We are closed on Fridays.

2. Can I submit an application if there are no current job openings?: Yes, we will accept applications and keep them on file for 1 year.

3. Will I be notified whether or not I am selected to continue in the process?: Yes. You will be notified via mail whether or not you are selected to continue in the recruitment process. Please allow 2 weeks from the closing date of the position to receive notification of your status.

4. How will I know what jobs I am qualified for?: Whenever a position becomes available, the City of Willits will post the announcement on our website along with a job description of the position. Please carefully review the job description and qualifications of the position to determine if you meet the requirements.

5. How does Human Resources determine if I qualify for the position?: Human Resources reviews the application materials you submit to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required for the position. It is critical that your application clearly demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications for you to be considered. Failure to include all information requested could result in the disqualification of your application from the recruitment process.

6. What are the steps in the selection process?: The selection process and timelines vary depending upon the position. Selection processes can include one of more of the following: minimum qualifications screening, writing sample, written examination, performance test, oral examination, and/or practical assessment. It may take up to 2 weeks in between each step of the selection process. If you are selected to continue in the recruitment process, Human Resources will contact you directly for a possible second interview. If you are not contacted, your application will remain on file for 1 year.

7. What if I am not interviewed or slected to participate in the recruitment process?: Recruitments are very competitive and at times we cannot invite all qualified candidates to continue in the selection process. If you are not selected to continue in the recruitment process, you will be notified via mail.