How can I find out the status of the position I applied for?Applications are reviewed by the department and Human Resources after the closing date has expired; the exception is on positions posted "open until filled".
Once the position is closed (or at varying intervals for postings without closing dates):
- the department and Human Resouces review the applications
- candidates are selected to be placed on an interview list
- the department contacts the interview candidates
You can contact Human Resources at (816) 325-7390 to find out if the department has selected a canidate or compiled an interview list.
No. Applications are only accepted for open positions.
Open positions are posted on:
- the City's job information line, tele. # (816) 325-7394
- the City's website-
www.indepmo.org/hr- the job posting boards, located in the Police Building lobby and adjacent to the North entrance of City Hall (outside Municipal Court).
A separate Application must be filled out for each position a person is applying for.
What is the time frame for filling a position after the closing date?Reviewing applications and filling a position is at the discretion of the hiring department and varies on each job posting.
How often are the Applications picked-up from the application drop boxes. Also, how can I confirm the City received it?The applications are picked up daily, Monday thru Friday, from the application drop boxes.
A confimation letter is sent out to applicants to the address on the application. The exception is an on-line application,they are confirmed by the website.
It is important to note that if the job posting requires a typing test, the applicant must come to Human Resources between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm to complete a typing test before the closing date.
How can I confirm the City received my on-line application?An elctronic confirmation should be received if you complete an on-line application..
It is important to note that if the job posting requires a typing test, the applicant must come to Human Resources between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm to complete a typing test before the closing date.
If I submitted an application on-line, do I need to complete a written application also?If you submitted an application on-line, there is no need to submit a written application also.
It is important to note that if the job posting requires a typing test, the applicant must come to Human Resources between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm to complete a typing test before the closing date.
Do I need an appointment to take a typing test?An applicant does not need to make an appointment for a typing test. Human Resources is open weekdays from 8:00 to 5:00 pm, except for holidays.
If I completed a typing test for a specific position, can it be used for other positions I wish to apply for?Yes. Typing tests will be kept on file, with no expiration date. Typing tests do not need to be retaken for separate positions, but the applicant must contact Human Resources at 816-325-7390 to request the typing test taken previously be attached to the new application.
It is important to note that the typing test must be completed /passed for the level required by the position.
How do I contact the utilities in Independence?Contact the City of Independence utilities at:
Tele. # (816) 325-7930
Address- 11610 E. Truman Rd. Independence, Mo. 64050
To pay utilities on-line use the City's website:
www.ci.independence.mo.us/plMain telephone: 1-800-447-4334
Website:
www.molagers.orgRetirement questions: Sue Bielecki:
Telephone Ext. 127
email:
sbielecki@molagers.org Service Credit questions: Misty Brazzell
Telephone Ext. 133
email:
mbrazzell@molagers.org
For new unemployment claims contact the Missouri Division of Employment Security at:
tele. # (816) 889-3101
For on-going unemployment claims contact the Missouri Career Center at:
tele. # (816) 325-5890
website-
www.greathires.orgContact the Social Security Office in Independence at:
Tele. # (816) 478-2194
Address- 4240 S. Lee's Summit Rd, Independence, Mo. 64055
Contact the Social Security Administration's website at:
www.ssa.govContact the Independence Housing Authority at:
Tele. # (816) 836-9200
Address- 210 S. Pleasant Independence, Mo. 64050
How do I contact the welfare office?Contact Family Support at:
Tele. # (816) 325-5800
Address- 201 Partridge St., Independence, Mo. 64055
Who do I contact to obtain a birth certificate?Contact the Independence Health Dept. at:
Tele. # (816) 325-7986
Address- 515 S. Liberty St. Independence, Mo. 64050
Or online at
http://www.indepmo.org/health/VitalRecords.aspx