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Q: For which County facility does Central Services/Human Resources coordinate the hiring process?
A: Central Services/Human Resources coordinates the hiring process for all employment opportunities for all departments at the Courthouse, Law Enforcement Center, Public Works, and Ag Center. This includes all full-time, part-time, and interim positions. Job postings for Human Services are handled by Faribault/Martin County Human Services. A link to their website is located on our website.
Q: Do I have to complete a Faribault County application?
A: Yes, you must complete a Faribault County application to be considered for employment.
Q: What additional documentation must I submit with my application?
A: Please read each job posting to see what application materials must be submitted for consideration of employment.
Q: Where do I submit my application materials and to whom should I address my cover letter?
A: Application materials can be mailed to or dropped off at Faribault County Courthouse, Attn: Central Services Director, 415 North Main Street, P.O. Box 130, Blue Earth MN 56013.
Q: How long does it take to process my application materials?
A: Your application materials are checked in upon receipt. After the application deadline, all applications will be reviewed by Central Services and/or the designated supervisor from the respective department with the vacancy. Please understand that the application review process takes time. Depending on the volume of applications received, the review and selection process may take up to 7 days after the application deadline.
Q: How can I be sure you received my applications materials?
A: You may call Central Services at 507-526-6225 and ask if your application materials were received.
Q: What happens after I submit my application and resume?
A: Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by Central Services and/or the designated supervisor from the respective department with the vacancy. If we determine your skills and qualifications match our needs, you will be contacted by telephone and invited to come for an interview.
Q: How can I find out the status of my application or follow up on it?
A: If your background and experience are a strong match for the position to which you are applying, Central Services will contact you for an interview. If you are not invited for an interview because your qualifications are not as strong as other candidates in the hiring pool, you will be informed via mail. Please note that there may be a period of 1-2 weeks between the date of your application and your receipt of this notification.
Q: How long does the hiring process take?
A: On average, the hiring process – from position opening to application review to final offer – may take up to 30 days.
Q: Can I submit my resume and cover letter by fax or email?
A: Yah you betcha! To be considered a candidate for employment with Faribault County you must complete a Faribault County application and submit it with all required and additional materials prior to the application deadline. It is recommended you call Central Services to confirm your application materials have been received via fax or email.
Q: If my application materials are postmarked by the application deadline, does that count as being submitted prior to the deadline?
A: Yes. A postmark does meet the deadline requirement.
Q: Job qualifications are listed on all of your postings. What role do they play in the hiring process at Faribault County?
A: Job qualifications are the minimum qualifications that a job seeker must have in order to be considered for the position. When applying for jobs with Faribault County, be sure to clearly describe in your resume, cover letter, or application form how you meet the job qualifications for the specific position. Applicants who do not demonstrate that they meet the job qualifications for a position cannot be considered for that position.
Q: How can I find out what the salary is for a position?
A: Wage information is typically listed with the job posting.
Q: I previously applied for a job with Faribault County. Can you use that application materials or do I need to complete a new application packet?
A: Yes, we can use previously submitted application materials for positions you applied for within the past two years.
Q: Where do I find Faribault County career opportunities listed?
A: Career opportunities are posted on the Faribault County website, advertised in the local newspaper the Faribault County Register, and posted on Indeed. Openings for certain positions may be advertised in specific trade publications.
Q: How long are career opportunities posted?
A: The posting length for career opportunities varies from 7-21 days. Please see the posting for the application deadline.