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1. How to apply?

Visit the How to Apply page.

2. What if I forgot my username?

Visit the applicant site.

You need to have an applicant account to retrieve your username. If you forgot your username, click on the “I forgot my username / password” link on the login page. You will be asked to provide the email address you used to create your account and your username will be emailed to you at that email address. 

If you need additional assistance, please email Chesapeake Human Resources Department. 

3. How do I reset my password?

Visit the applicant site.

You need to have an applicant account to reset your password. 

If you forgot your username, click on the “Forgot your username or password?” link on the login page. 

Enter your username under Forgot Password and click Set New Password. This will take you to the screen where you can reset your password. 

Clicking Set New Password will prompt you for the correct answer to your challenge question before you can update your password. Complete your Challenge Question, New Password and Confirm New Password fields, and click Set New Password. You will see a green banner confirming your password has been reset. No email will be sent for password resets.

4. How do I print a copy of my application in the upgraded system (SS7)?

Visit the applicant site to apply. 

After completing and saving your application, you will have the option to either manage or edit your application in the menu on the left.

If you click the “Manage Applications” link, next click the option to “View your application." In a few moments the entire application will appear in a new browser window.

If you click the Edit Application link, you will be able to navigate through the pages until you reach the final page (with the certification statement). Click the link that says, “Preview Application” (you’ll see it above the “Save” button) and in a few moments the entire application will appear in a new browser window.

Once your application is displayed in the new window, click “File: Print from your browser menu” to print the application. When you’re finished printing and ready to return to the online employment site, click “Close Window.”

5. Do I need to fill out an application?

Visit the applicant site.

To be considered for a position, you must create an application. In order to start an application, select "Apply for this Job" on the posting. Required information is indicated with an asterisk (*). However, the more information you provide, the easier it will be for potential employers to effectively evaluate your skills, abilities, and qualifications. Make sure to include all relevant job history in your application. Failure to do so could result in you not being considered in the final applicant pool.

6. What types of documents can I upload, and how do I upload them?

The following document types are accepted:

• Microsoft® Word® or similar word processing files (.doc, .docx, .rtf, .rtx, .odt)
• PDF
• Plain text (.txt)
• Microsoft Excel® files (.xls, .xlsx) 
• Graphics (.tiff, .tif, .jpeg, .jpg, .jpe, .png)
• Video (.flv, .mov)

The system cannot process documents with signature boxes, watermarks, password fields, or other security features. Remove these features by printing and re-scanning the document.

You can provide requested documents four different ways. The first method is to upload the file from your computer by clicking Choose File. You can click Write [document type] to create a document using the system’s rich text editor. Some document types will allow you to provide a URL by clicking Link to
[document type]. Finally, you can upload a document you have used for a previous posting by clicking Use Previously Uploaded [document type].

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7. Is there a limit to the number of positions I can apply for at any given time?

No – there is no limit and you are welcome to apply for as many positions as you like.

Visit the applicant site to apply. 

8. How will I be notified if I am selected for an interview?

Candidates that are selected for interview will be contacted by the Hiring Department by telephone or email to arrange an interview.

Visit the applicant site to apply. 

9. If I am not selected for an interview, will I be notified that the position has been filled?

Applicants may obtain their status by logging in to the applicant site and going to the screen labeled “My Applications.” Only candidates who have interviewed for the posting should expect personal communication regarding their status.

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