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1. How do I apply for a position with the City of Garland?

The City of Garland provides a web-based Career Center for posting available positions and accepting applications. View and apply to current job opportunities with the City of Garland.

If you do not have internet access at home, you may apply in the Human Resources Department at City Hall.

2. I saw a City of Garland posting on a job board and I can’t locate it on the City of Garland website. Is it still available?

If you cannot locate the position in the City of Garland Career Center, the position is no longer available.

3. How do I find out if I am qualified for a position?

Each job posting includes an overview of the position, responsibilities and minimum qualifications. If you meet the minimum qualifications, please submit an application.

4. How may I verify that my application was submitted and received?

When your application is received for a position, you will receive an email response which says, "Thank you for your recent submission." You may also review your application submittals by logging in to your account at the City of Garland Career Center to view your applicant dashboard.

5. How can I check the status of my application?

You may check the status of your application by logging in to your account at the City of Garland Career Center as an existing applicant. Scroll to the "Past Job Submittals" section on your dashboard. Applications may show the status as Received Submission (application received), Under Review (being screened by the hiring manager), and Reviewed, Not Selected (your application was not chosen for further consideration).

6. May I apply for several positions at once?

You may apply for as many positions for which you meet the minimum qualifications. Once you have created a profile through the City of Garland Career Center, you may click on any open position to submit an application.

7. Will I be informed if I am not being considered after I interviewed for a position?

If you supplied us with your email address in your profile or application and you were not selected for the job for which you interviewed, you will be sent an email notification that you were not selected.

8. Do I have to provide a response to all application questions?

Almost all the information requested on the application is required. If there is a field that is mandatory, it will be highlighted in yellow. Your application will not be submitted if you leave any mandatory field blank.

9. May I update my contact information, application or add an updated resume?

Once you have created a profile on the City of Garland Career Center, you may return and make revisions to your profile and/or application form and upload an updated resume. It is extremely important to keep your information current to optimize the selection process.