Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the hours of operation of the Human
Resources office?
A: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday
Q: Can I apply for more than one job on an application form?
A: No. You must complete one application for each job for which
you wish to apply. Many people leave the section for the job position
and signature blank, fill in the rest of the application, then copy
it, filling in the job title on each one and signing each one before
they submit them.
Q: If I have applied for a job in
the recent past, do I have to complete another application?
A: Yes. A separate application must be submitted for each position.
Q: Should I supply my résumé
and/or letters of recommendation with my application form?
A: Supplemental materials are optional unless otherwise stated
in the job announcement.
Q: Can my résumé substitute for an application
form?
A: No. A City of Albany employment application must
be submitted.
Q: Is there a physical examination, drug
screen, etc.?
A: Depends on the position. If any are required, they will be stated
in the job announcement.
Q: Can I apply on-line through your Web site?
A: Yes. You must submit an employment application on-line.
Q: How do I get a City of Albany application,
job announcement, and DMV Driving Record Form?
A: You can pick up these from:
By visiting the City of Albany’s Web site and click on Jobs/Employment
Human Resources Office
Albany City Hall
333 Broadalbin SW
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 917-7501
Albany Field Office
Oregon Employment Department
139 Fourth Avenue
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 967-2171 or 1-888-877-5062
Corvallis Field Office
Oregon Employment Department
545 SW Second Street
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 757-4261
Lebanon Field Office
Oregon Employment Department
354 Market Street
Lebanon, OR 97355
(541) 451-1934
Q: May I take the application home to complete it?
A: Yes.
Q: Can I submit a reproduced application?
A: Yes. However, each application must have an original
signature and date.
Q: What happens if my disability prevents me from completing
the application?
A: If you are an applicant with a disability and require
some accommodation during any part of the application and/or selection
process, please inform a Human Resources staff member, and arrangements
will be made.
Q: I’m from out of town. Is there any way I can get a listing
and description of the available positions?
A: Yes. You can call our jobline at (541) 917-7504, 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week for a complete listing. Or you can view the current
posting for positions on our Web
site under Jobs/Employment.