Union County offers an online job application
hosted by GovernmentJobs.com that provides a convenient way to submit
employment applications. Through the
site, you will be able to create a username and password
for your personal account. Once your account is created, the online
employment application can be completed by clicking the Create Application
link. The completed application is then on file for you to resubmit for
additional or future position postings. This is a secure site. Only authorized Union County staff members
have access to information you submit.
If you have already
created your personal account, you can login to access the application(s) and
information previously used to apply for employment with Union County.
Online applications are
only accepted for current posted positions. An application must be submitted
for each position for which you wish to apply. Once your initial application is
created, the information will copy into subsequent applications. You may update
and revise information as necessary prior to each application submission.
There is no application to
download! If you require an accommodation or wish to submit a paper application
package, please contact Human Resources at 704-283-3818 or by email at hrhelp@unioncountync.gov
during our business hours from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Union County is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Drug Free
Workplace Employer. Equal employment opportunities are allowed without regard
to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age or non-disqualifying
handicap.
Union County provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities when appropriate. If you think you may need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, hiring, or testing process, please contact Human Resources at 704-283-3818 or by email at hrhelp@unioncountync.gov.
Only fully and correctly completed applications will receive further consideration. Applications with incomplete work history or with multiple grammar, spelling or punctuation errors will not move on in the review process.
Recruitment notifications and correspondence are sent via email. Please monitor your email account on a regular basis for any communications related to the status of your application(s). If your email account has a Spam blocker activated, it may reject our notifications as an unrecognized email address.
What if I do not have a computer?
Computers and free
internet access are available for you to apply for County positions. Locations available
include Union County Public Library branches or the Union County Human Resources Office
located in Suite 130 on the first floor of the Government Center. You may also
apply for County positions at the Employment Security Commission.
Am I required to submit a separate
application for each position I want to apply for, or may I submit only one and
be considered for all positions for which I am eligible?
You must submit a separate
online application for each position for which you would like to be considered.
Can I be automatically notified of vacancy
announcements?
Yes. You can fill out a
job interest card for any position you are interested in under the Position Descriptions link.
How will I be notified if I am to be
interviewed?
The hiring manager from
the department will contact you to arrange an interview, if applicable.
I have forgotten my password for my online
account. How can I log in to my account?
If you have forgotten your
login password, you can click on the “I Forgot My Password” link, enter your
email address and then click the “send” button. Your user ID and password will
be emailed to you. Union County does not have access to applicant passwords and
user accounts. For assistance with your
user ID or password, you may contact GovernmentJobs.com at 1-855-524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
How are applications assessed?
All applicants are
assessed relative to the qualifications listed on the job posting. Only those
applicants who meet the stated qualifications and fully complete the employment
application are eligible for further consideration. If a pre-employment test is
required, you will be contacted for an appointment. Meeting the minimum
qualifications of the posting does not automatically mean that you will be
referred for the position posted as all applicants are assessed on a
competitive basis.
Do I have to be a Union County resident or US
Citizen to become employed by Union County?
Union County residency is
not required. Non-US citizens must be able to work legally in this country and
present documents verifying immigration status.
How often are new positions posted on the
Union County website?
New positions are posted
as they become available, usually several times a week. If you do not want to
miss out on the latest postings, we suggest that you check our website weekly
or fill out a job interest card.
How long do employment opportunities remains
posted on the site?
Job postings remain on the
site until the closing date which is at least five business days from the date
of issue.
What does it mean when a vacancy states the closing
date is “continuous?”
A continuous closing date
means that the vacancy does not have a closing date. Applications will be
reviewed as received until the position is filled.
How do I find out if a position is still
available?
The Union County Employment
web page is updated regularly. If the position for which you submitted your
application is not listed, it is no longer available.
I just found out about a vacancy that closed
yesterday. May I still submit an
application?
Union County cannot accept
applications submitted past the official closing date listed on the vacancy
announcement.
Do I have to complete the “work history”
section of my application or can I just submit my resume?
For your application to
receive further consideration, you must complete all mandatory sections of the
online application, including the work history section.
What if I need help applying?
For assistance applying for Union County vacancies,
please contact the Union County Human Resource Department at 704-283-3818.
Human Resources
500 N. Main St., Ste 130
Monroe, NC 28112
Email: hrhelp@unioncountync.gov
Phone: 704-283-3818
Fax: 704-292-2590
The Human Resources Department serves a variety of purposes. They assist Union County departments in their staffing recruitment efforts, work to guarantee a safe work environment, build employee engagement through training and team building, ensure the county is complying with state and federal laws, and manage employee benefits.
Their online resources include a listing of open positions for potential staff, an employee portal for current employees, expertise on risk management practices, and support for Union County retirees.