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1. Where is the City of Corsicana human resources office located?

The Human Resources Department is located in the Corsicana Government Center at 200 N. 12th Street, Corsicana Texas 75110.

2. Who may I contact to ask about the status of my application?

Human Resources does not know the status of your application, applications are reviewed by the respective department(s). The application process can take up to 3-4 weeks. You will be contacted by the hiring department if you’ve been selected for an interview.

3. How do I know if I am qualified for the job?

Each position has a detailed description of the minimum qualifications for that job located in our job listing. You need to read those minimum qualifications carefully and make sure your qualifications are a close match.

4. Should I turn in a resume with my application?

If you have a resume, you may attach the information with your application but it is not required. If you wish the hiring manager to see the resume, you must attach your resume with the job opening you are applying for. The application must be completed in its entirety in order to be considered for the job opening. Any other materials should be kept for the interview

5. Can I submit my resume instead of completing the job application form?

No, we do not accept resumes without an application. You can add a resume to an application if you wish, but you should always complete the application as if there were no resume attached.

6. Can I leave anything blank on the application?

Almost all the information asked on the application is needed to process you as a qualified applicant. If you leave something blank it may be something that disqualifies you. You should complete all information requested or mark “NA” if not applicable.

7. May I apply for several positions at once?

You may apply for as many positions as you feel you are qualified for. You must complete a separate application for every position for which you apply.

8. Why did I not receive an email message that you have received my application?

If you are an external applicant, an automatic email is sent to your email once you have submitted your application. Some of the reasons this email may not be received is if the email address entered is not valid, your email box is too full, or your email believes that the message we are sending is spam. To verify that your application was received when you sign-in to your account, select My Career Tools, Change the display to All Applications. Any application that has been submitted will have a status of "Applied".

9. How long does my application remain active?

Until the position(s) you applied for is closed. If you want to apply for a different position you must fill out another application.

10. Will I be informed if I did not get the job I interviewed for?

The hiring department will call candidates to schedule interviews and subsequently select the applicants to be hired. There are no time restrictions to complete this process. All applicants who are interviewed will be notified when a selection is made.

11. Do I have to take a drug test to become an employee of the City of Corsicana?

Yes, the City requires a post-offer drug test to be successfully passed prior to any job offer being final.

12. Do I have to take any skill tests to qualify for a job?

The hiring department may narrow down qualified candidates and ask them to take skills tests during the interview process.

13. Does everyone who works for the City of Corsicana get benefits?

All benefits are available to regular full-time employees. There are no benefits for temporary or part-time employees.