The competitive hiring process consists of one or more of the following: employment application review, employment application appraisal, preliminary competitive rating, performance test, written test, and/or oral interview examination. Questions asked during the examination process are based on the knowledge and abilities required to successfully perform the position.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Otsego County accepts accommodation requests for consideration from applicants with a disability. If you are an Applicant for employment with Otsego County who has a disability and requires reasonable accommodation in the application and examination process, please contact Otsego County Human Resources at 989-731-7520 to discuss your request.
Based on employment application and/or examination results, successful candidates are ranked and the top candidates proceed to the next level of the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity
It is the policy of the Otsego County Board of Commissioners that no person shall be discriminated against with regard to recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or other aspects of employment on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, medical condition, age, political beliefs, organizational affiliations, or sexual orientation.
Background Checks & Other Pre-Employment Exams
Otsego County conducts a criminal background investigation, checks professional references, and requires a post offer drug, alcohol, and physical examination prior to the first day of employment. Otsego County must verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees to comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act. This verification is required only after an offer of employment has been made. For further information regarding verification, please contact Otsego County Human Resources at 989-731-7520.