What is a State, County, and City Application (all types)?

State, County, and City governments often require standard employment application forms for each position for which you apply.

In most cases, these forms are the only documents used to determine whether you meet the minimum requirements for a specific position. However, these agencies often require, or at least accept, additional documents such as resumes and cover letters. Once the agency determines from the application that you meet the minimum requirements, the agency will then review the additional documents. It is recommended that you submit a resume along with your application, unless the announcement specifically says not to submit one.

When completing these applications, carefully follow the instructions. If you do not provide all of the information requested in the instructions and on the form, you may lose consideration for a job.

These forms often do not contain enough space for all of your information (especially job descriptions), so be sure to attach supplemental pages if needed. (Check the instructions and/or call the agency if you are unsure whether or not additional pages may be added to the application.)

As with all application forms, it is strongly recommended that you type the information.