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Hiring Process

Applicants must submit a completed City application by the final filing date. The preferred method of application is on-line and you are highly encouraged to use this method. Please be as descriptive as possible in completing the on-line application. The information you provide through the on-line application is the only form of documentation we use to analyze your skills, knowledge, and ability as it relates to the position.   

How to Apply

On-Line Application:
Apply on-line through the "Current Opportunities" page of the City website. On that page, review the list of currently available jobs and determine the job(s) in which you are interested. Click on the title of the job. Click the link marked "Apply On-Line For This Position".  Complete the information requested and associated Employment Questionnaire. You will receive immediate notification from the City when the application is entered into our system. 

Paper Applications:
If you are unable to use the on-line employment center you may request paper application materials by downloading a "Printable Application in Word" or "Printable Application in PDF" from the job posting.  You may also obtain and/or complete a paper application at the Human and Organization Development Department, located at 100 E. Santa Fe, Olathe, KS 66061, 3rd Floor.

If you are unable to submit your application materials electronically, you may provide it as follows:

  • FAX: (913) 971-8715
    If you FAX your application, we strongly suggest that you also send the original by mail.
  • Mail/Hand-deliver to:
    City of Olathe, Human and Organization Devleopment, 3rd Floor, Olathe, KS 66061
  • Please note that postmarks are not accepted as meeting the final filing deadline.


Selection Process
Our recruiting team will review all of the application materials that you submit. Based on the knowledge skills and abilities described in these materials, we will select the most qualified candidates. Only the most qualified candidates continue on in the selection process, which may consist of written exercises, panel interviews, or other testing appropriate to the job. We do not guarantee participation in the selection process to all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you require special assistance to learn more about specific opportunities, contact the Human and Organization Development Department at (913) 971-8735. We will make every effort to accommodate your needs.


How to Submit an Effective Job Application

  1. Carefully read the "who may apply" section to make sure you are eligible to submit an application.
  2. Read the entire job announcement and job application process first. We have included this information to help you in this process.
  3. Follow all directions. Answer all questions accurately, provide relevant information and submit all required forms/materials by the published closing date to the proper address listed on the job bulletin. Post marked application materials are not accepted.
  4. Keep a copy of your application materials for your records.
  5. If you have any questions, call the contact person listed on the job announcement.
  6.  Remember, failure to submit complete application materials in a timely manner to the proper location may result in your application not being considered.

Our best to you on your job search!

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, sensory, mental or physical disability; or veteran status; or any non-job related factor.