Employment in PUSD’s classified service is based upon merit
system principles as defined by the California Education Code,
federal law and the rules and regulations of the Personnel
Commission. The Merit System is a system of personnel
administration encompassing these basic principles:
employment and promotion on the basis of merit and fitness; a
career service; equal pay for equal work; impartial hearings of
appeals of disciplinary action; prohibition against
discrimination.
Click here to link to a listing of
Personnel Commission staff.
Listening to the Job Hotline recording at (858)679-2554 is
one way. This recording lists all jobs currently being
recruited and is updated each week. Since the job recording is
accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, you may call
anytime to learn about job openings.
Individual job announcements are also electronically mailed to
PUSD employees who have e-mail when recruitments are opened.
Job announcements are also listed on the Personnel Commission’s
home page under Job Opportunities
(http://www.powayusd.com) and, Ed-Join Educational Job
Opportunities Information Network
(http://www.sccoe.k12.ca.us/ed-joinuserpage.htm) on the
internet.
Job announcements are also posted on employee bulletin boards
at various locations throughout PUSD’s service area.
Job Announcements may be picked up at the Personnel
Commission Office at 13626 Twin Peaks Road, Poway, CA.
Job announcements are an excellent source of information that
lists the salary, duties of the job, requirements necessary to
qualify for the examination, special requirements (such as
licenses), and most importantly, the time and date by which
applications must be submitted. Class specifications
describing all classified jobs are available for review in the
Personnel Commission office.
The education and experience requirements for a job are listed
on the job announcement. Read the requirements carefully.
The job may require college course work, a specified amount of
experience, license, certification, or skill, knowledge and
ability in specific areas. This should help you determine if
you meet the requirements of the job. If in doubt, it is
best to submit your application and the Personnel Commission
staff will evaluate your experience and determine whether or
not you meet the requirements.
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What do I do if I cannot download a document from the PUSD web
page?
Make sure that you have downloaded AND installed Adobe
Acrobat Reader on your machine. Most viewing issues are
the result of the Reader not properly being installed.
Click here to
download the application packet. This
form is in PDF format. PDF format allows you to view your form
electronically on most computers. The freely available
Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view and print PDF files.
- How do
I file an employment application?
Applications are accepted for all jobs that are open for
recruitment. You may obtain an application at the Personnel
Commission Office (13626 Twin Peaks Road, Poway, CA
92064) or by downloading an
application from this web site. All completed application
materials must be returned to the Personnel Commission Office.
Some recruitments are promotional, which means that only
current PUSD regular employees may apply.
It is a good idea to keep a copy of the application materials
you submit and the job announcement to assist you in preparing
for any test and/or interview that may be required.
The employment application is part of the testing process and
becomes confidential material that is property of the Poway
Unified School District. Once the employment application is
submitted to the Personnel Commission Office, it cannot be
returned to you or be copied for you.
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If I want to apply for more than one job, do I have to file
more than one application?
Yes. You must submit a separate job application for each
job. You may apply for as many jobs as you wish. You may
copy an application and submit the copy for another job if you
wish. This is not recommended, however, as information such as
related experience that is applicable for one position
may not be applicable for another. In all cases,
once the employment application is submitted to the Personnel
Commission Office, it cannot be returned to you or be copied
for you.
- How
often can I apply for the same job?
If it is open for recruitment, you may file an application
anytime; however, you will not be allowed to retest until after
a six month period has elapsed since your last application was
evaluated or since you last tested for that job.
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How does the Personnel Commission determine if I qualify for
this job?
The Personnel Commission reviews the application materials
submitted. These materials may include a special
supplemental experience statement, a list of college and/or
training courses and/or a list of specific employment
experiences. For your application to get the consideration it
deserves, it is very important that you fill out the
application materials completely. You may also include a
resume. Do not, however, state “see resume” when
asked to describe your responsibilities and experience.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of
information you provide on the application. Your resume will be
reviewed only for clarification purposes.
Frequently, a Supplemental Experience Statement will be
required so that you can more fully explain specific experience
or qualifications.
The supplemental statement focuses on the key
responsibilities of the position for which you are applying and
allows you to elaborate on your previous experience/training in
areas of particular relevance to the job. Resumes, letters of
reference, certifications, etc., may be included with the
application, but only your responses to the areas in the
application and supplemental experience statement will be
evaluated.
Include not only paid work experience, but all other
experience which may apply to the job, i.e., volunteer work
experience, licenses, professional affiliations, classes you
have taken, training you have received and any other special
qualifications. Failure to include all information requested
could result in the rejection of your application. With
accurate and complete information, we will be able to determine
whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the job class.
Since there is usually a large number of applications for
each recruitment, the evaluation process can take several days.
We realize the wait can be frustrating, but please be patient.
We want to give each application the careful consideration it
deserves.
- Does
everyone who applies take an exam?
Generally, if you meet the minimum qualifications for a job,
you will be scheduled to take the exam. You will be
notified by mail of the date, time and location for most exams.
For some exams the application and supplemental experience
statement package is the actual test.
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What kind of examination will I have to take?
The type of test used to qualify candidates depends mostly
on the nature of the job. Depending on the knowledge,
skills, and abilities required to perform these job duties, the
examination may consist of one or more of the following:
evaluation of your training and experience on the
application/supplemental, written tests, oral interviews,
performance tests or assessment exercises.
For example, an applicant for a secretarial job may take a
performance test in keyboarding skills and a written test on
clerical, human relations and mathematical abilities. All
applicants will be interviewed as well. The interview
process is considered an oral test.
Most of the questions in written tests that school districts
give are multiple choice. This means that you will be
asked to pick the right answer from a number of answers that
are given with the question. Sometimes true-false
questions are used.
If a test is too easy, most people will get high scores, and
it will look like everyone who took the test is equally
qualified to do the job. If a test is too hard, most
people will get low scores and it will look as though no one is
qualified. A good test allows well-qualified applicants
to get a high score. Less well-qualified applicants will
get lower scores and the least qualified will score lowest.
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How
do I prepare for the test? What do I study?
All tests given by PUSD are job-related and designed to test
the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the
functions of the job. Read the job description on the job
announcement, then study the material which you feel would
directly or indirectly relate to the necessary knowledge,
skills or abilities. For example, if two of the requirements
for a job are performing mathematical calculations and
interpreting regulations, some of the exam questions probably
will cover math and reading comprehension. If you feel
you need to study or practice, start at a library to look for
appropriate materials and books.
On the day of the test, leave home early enough so that you
will not have to rush. To be admitted to the exam, bring
the exam notice with you and a picture ID. Applicants are
not admitted late to the exams.
If you may need reasonable accommodation at any phase of the
application or testing process, please make your request for
reasonable accommodation as described on the job announcement.
- What
happens after I take the examination?
You will be notified by mail of the examination results.
PUSD is looking for the highest qualified applicants. Pass/fail
determinations and the final score will be based on the
distribution of scores resulting from the
evaluation/examination. The passing point also will be
influenced by several factors, including the number and
qualifications of applicants, the amount of turnover, the
number of vacancies expected and the total number of positions
authorized.
If you pass the evaluation/examination, you will be placed
on an eligible list in order of your final score. Qualified
candidates may then be referred to PUSD schools and departments
as vacancies occur.
If you receive notice that you are not successful in the
process, don’t be discouraged. All classified PUSD
selection processes are highly competitive. Try again.
The schools and departments review application materials for
those candidates certified/referred from the top three ranks
plus any employee transfer and reinstatement requests for their
vacancy. In most cases, the Personnel Commission will schedule
interviews for a specified date for the hiring site. The hiring
site can hire any of the certified eligible candidates who they
believe is the best qualified for the vacancy.
- Review Procedures
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (MQ): If you are not invited
to participate in the examination, you may discuss the reasons
with the Personnel Commission within seven calendar days from
the date of the notification. To schedule a review
appointment with the Personnel Commission, please telephone
(858) 679-2545, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
WRITTEN TEST: The PUSD Personnel Commission
Rules allow candidates to review examinations in which they
participated during the first thirty (30) days following the
written test.
- For how
long is the eligibility list good?
The life span of PUSD eligibility lists is either 6 months
or one year depending on numbers of candidates that have
historically been available within those time frames.
When your name has been added to an eligibility list, you will
receive a letter which will indicate the length of your
eligibility.
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Do I get bonus points if I am a veteran and/or disabled?
If you are a qualified veteran, additional points are added
to your final score, if the exam is for an entry level class
held on an open only basis and you submit a copy of your
DD214 military papers prior to your passing the examination.
If you pass and have indicated your status on your application
materials, and included a copy of the DD214, you will then
receive five points if you are a qualified veteran.
If you are a qualified veteran, you may be eligible to
receive ten points.
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Do I get bonus points as an employee of Poway Unified School
District?
In any exam, seniority credit will be added to the final
passing scores of a candidate in the amount of ¼ of one point
for each year of service, not to exceed a total of five points.
Credits are granted for time spent in regular status in the
classified service.
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How do
I get selected for an actual position?
The Personnel Commission will schedule selection
interviews for departments and schools with those candidates in
the top three ranks that match the department/school needs,
plus any employee transfer requests for their vacancy.
The hiring school/department may select any one of the persons
certified.
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What should I do if I am called for a selection interview?
It is the candidate’s responsibility to know: the time and
place you should appear for the interview, phone number
(important if you can’t make it or an emergency occurs), name
of the person who contacted you, to whom you should
report for the interview, how long the interview is scheduled
to take, the job for which you are being considered, and all
relevant information about the job.
If you may need a reasonable accommodation in the interview,
request it prior to the interview.
Before the interview, review your application or resume and
the job announcement. Be prepared to discuss how your
training and/or work experience relates to the job for which
you are interviewing.
During the interview, listen carefully to the questions.
Your answers should cover everything your interviewer needs to
know to evaluate you fairly.
- What happens if I
am selected?
Offers are made pending the results of a
fingerprinting/background investigation, physical, and passing
a tuberculosis test. In these cases, if you currently are
working, DO NOT quit your current job until all required steps
have been completed.
Our Personnel Support Services department will contact you
to process your employment offer. After you have been
offered and accepted a job, be sure that you understand when
and where you will be processed, when you will start, where and
to whom you should report, and whether there are any other
steps you should take before starting work. Be sure to
get the telephone number of the person who contacted you in
case you have further questions.
When you are selected for a regular position, your name is
no longer considered active on the eligibility list for that
job. Your name will remain on any other eligibility list for
their specified eligibility periods.
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What if I am not selected or not interviewed?
Our objective is to hire the best person for the job, so
competition is high. If you are not successful in getting a job
immediately, your name will remain on the eligible list of
consideration for any other vacancies that occur, and for which
you meet the hiring criteria, until the list expires. If you are not hired during that time, you must wait for
another recruitment and reapply. It is a good idea to keep your
final ranking letter(s). This way you will know what
eligible lists you are on and when they expire.
If you are unable to attend an interview, contact the
interviewing department. Your name will be removed from
the eligible list if you fail to appear.
Do not be discouraged if you do not get a job offer the
first time you apply. Try again. Sometimes it may be a
month or longer between steps in a process (application to test
notice or test to a final notice). We know this seems
like a long time, but we want to evaluate everyone fairly and
find the best person for the job. The time and effort are
worth it; a job or career may be waiting for you!
- Equal Opportunity
Employer
The Poway Unified School District is an equal opportunity
employer and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination
Program. It is the stated policy of the Poway Unified School
District that harassment is prohibited and that all employees
and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment.
All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions
will be on the basis of qualifications of the individual for
the positions being filled regardless of Sex, Sexual
orientation, Race, Color, Ancestry, Religious Creed, national
Origin, Physical Disability (including HIV and AIDS), Mental
Disability, Medical Condition (Cancer), Age (Over 40), and
Marital Status.
- The
Rules and Regulations of the Classified Service for Poway
Unified School District, in their entirety, can be accessed by
clicking here. These
Rules are in PDF format.
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