I want to apply for a different position than the one I currently have.

Don’t wait until the last minute to complete your application!!! If you run into technical difficulties, have questions or don’t have all the necessary documents required, you may not have time to correct these issues before the application deadline. Once the application deadline has passed, there is no way for us to accept your application at a later time.

Don’t rush to complete your application.

Read the minimum qualifications carefully. If you meet all of the minimum qualifications, be sure to indicate that on your application. 
♦ Example: If the position requires a typing/keyboarding speed of 50 words per minute, and you state you keyboard 45-49 wpm, your application will be automatically screened out.
♦ Example: If the position requires 5 years of experience, be sure your employment history and dates verify that you have that 5 years of experience or your application will automatically be screened out.

Attach all of the required documents to your application. If you have problems attaching your documents, contact EdJoin help line at 888-900-8945. If you cannot locate the necessary documents or won’t have them in your possession by the time the application is due, please contact the Personnel Commission Office ASAP. There may be other alternatives available.

If you have questions or difficulties in completing the application, contact the EdJoin help desk at 888- 900-8945. If they are unable to resolve your problem, please contact the Personnel Commission Office ASAP.

Be sure to answer ALL of the questions on the application. If you do not have a response you must indicate n/a or you will not be able to submit your application.

Put thought into your responses to all of the questions on the application, particularly the supplemental questions. Your answers will be evaluated to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications for the position and may be used to compare your experience to others that are applying.

Be thorough in describing your experience working at Ocean View. The people reviewing your application are not necessarily Ocean View employees so you cannot assume that they know who you are, what your job is, and what types of duties you are required to perform in your job.

Check and double check your application before you submit it. It may be good to have someone else review it for you as well.