All applicants must complete a formal City of Madison Job Application Form. A resume would be a welcome addition, but cannot replace the formal application document. Applications must be received in the Human Resources Department by the closing date listed. After the closing date, applications are reviewed to determine those that meet the minimum job qualifications. Those who do, may be invited directly to an interview process or required to participate in an exam process.
Exams take many forms.
They may be multiple-choice, essay, performance or oral panel processes. Examination scores, in addition to some union procedures, will dictate how candidates are ranked and how many candidates are allowed to go to the department for an interview. Test items typically are created from this area. Your local public library offers books on studying for civil exams in a variety of areas from unskilled to clerical and technical positions. You should receive written notification regarding the status of your application within two weeks of the job closing date.