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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the status of my application?
For Permanent (Civil Service) Jobs:
You will receive an email confirmation once an application is submitted. After your application is reviewed, the Department of Human Resources will notify you of your application status via email.
For Temporary Jobs:
The hiring department(s) will contact you directly should they choose to proceed further with your application.
How do I attach additional documents to my application after it's been submitted?
For Permanent (Civil Service) Jobs:
Prior to receiving application results from the Department of Human Resources, you have 2 options to submit additional documents:
- Drop-off copies in person
- Mail-in copies
Submit additional documents to:
Department of Human Resources
Employment and Personnel Services
650 S King Street, 10th Floor
Honolulu, HI 96813
* Copies will not be returned.
For Temporary Jobs:
Please contact the hiring department directly for information on how to submit documents. Each department may have a specific process.
What is the "eligible list"?
For Permanent (Civil Service) Jobs:
Those on the eligible list have qualified for the position and their application is forwarded to the hiring department(s). The hiring department will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview.
I have more application questions, what can I do?
For Permanent (Civil Service) Jobs:
Refer to Application FAQs for more information.
For Temporary Jobs:
Contact the hiring department directly for more information.
Hiring Process Overview
For Permanent (Civil Service) Jobs:
- Submit an online application
- The Department of Human Resources will review and notify you of your application status via email
- If you qualify for a position, you will be placed on the eligible list and your name will be referred to the hiring department(s)
- The hiring department(s) will contact you directly by phone or email to schedule an interview
- After interviewing, the hiring department will notify you of your status and/or next steps
For Temporary Jobs:
- Submit an online application
- The hiring department(s) will review your application
- The hiring department(s) may contact you directly about next steps
- Note: Additional contract positions may be posted directly to a department's website
Types of City Work
The City and County of Honolulu offers employment opportunities in these areas:
- Accounting & Finance
- Community Outreach & Recreation
- Construction, Inspection & Surveying
- Customer Service & Office Support
- Data Analysis & Information Technology
- Emergency Response & Public Safety
- Engineering
- Environment, Natural Science & Water
- Executive Leadership & Management
- Investigation & Legal
- Labor, Maintenance & Skilled Trades
- Transportation & Urban Planning
To explore City employment by job title, visit the Class Specification search bar.
Contact Us
For Permanent (Civil Service) Jobs:
Contact:
Department of Human Resources
Employment and Personnel Services Division
(808) 768-8536
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