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Frequently Asked Questions

Please read the questions below before contacting the District about your application. Questions are grouped into categories to help you find information quickly.
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Application
Q:Can I save my incomplete application and return to complete it at a later time?A:Yes. You may logout of your application at any time and return later. When you are ready to complete your application, enter your username and password and you will be allowed to continue your application if the job posting is still open.Back to TopQ:How do I apply for a job?A:Once you find a job you would like to apply for simply click on the title of the job (e.g. "Custodian"). Then you will review a description of the job and click on the Apply for This Position button. At this point you will either need to login to an existing account you have already created of create a new account. To create a new account click on Create A New Account And Apply For This Position button. Then answer the on-screen questions to create an account. You must complete all required fields and click the "Save and Submit" button at the end of the application. When your application is successfully submitted, you will receive a Confirmation Number. You can use this confirmation number to reference a specific application.Back to TopQ:Will I need to complete a new application for each position I'm interested in?A:Yes. Once you create a profile, you will need to apply for each position you are interested in.Back to TopQ:How will I know when new jobs are posted?A:Under the "Menu" tab, select the option "Sign Up for Job Alerts". You will then receive an e-mail each time a new job is posted.Back to TopQ:Will I be able to add information to my application after it has been submitted?A:No. An application cannot be edited once submitted. However, you are able to add information to your profile for future applications (e.g., references, education information, etc.).Back to TopQ:Is the Praxis II required? I can't get past that part and it does not have an asterisk.A:Praxis II is not required to move on, although you can type in your scores or write n/a if you do no know your scores. You may want to log out and then log back into your account. Your information will be saved once you log back in. Also, make sure you are not using internet explorer. Try using Firefox or Chrome. If you are still having trouble, please call 402-293-4032.

Thank you.Back to TopQ:I got an email saying "Thank you for the interest you have shown in the positions with the Bellevue Public Schools. The quality of the candidates selected for interviews was truly outstanding. After much consideration, a person has been selected for the Custodial position at Mission Middle School for which you interviewed.

If other positions become available they will be posted on our website and we would certainly welcome your re-application. Again, thank you so much for the interest you have shown in our district."


Does that mean I didn't get the job? Or is that a email all canidates get?A:This is an email that is sent to all candidates that interviewed for the custodian position that did not get the job. So, unfortunately, you did not get the job, but you are welcome to reapply for other positions that may interest you. Thank you.Back to TopQ:I have taken two Praxis II tests. What kind of score are you looking for? Do you want the Comprehensive C-PPST score or the individual test scores? Test Code 0011-184 or Test Code 0522- 183 or Comprehensive C-PPST score-533?

Thank you for your feedback.A:We are currently looking for the EECIA score which is the test all elementary education applicants must complete. If you have completed a content area exam, that score can also be listed.Back to TopQ:I have updated my profile but when I view a PDF of my application it shows the old information. Is there any way to overwrite this?A:When you submit an application, the system locks your answers in permanently. HR departments are aware of this and know to check candidate profiles for updated information.Back to TopQ:What happens if I withdraw my application?A:If you withdraw your application the district will no longer consider you for the position from which you are withdrawing. If you withdraw by mistake, please contact the district and they can re-activate your application.Back to TopQ:My application status says “Incomplete”. What should I do?A:If your application status reads “Incomplete,” you will need to contact the district to ask why they have marked it this way. The district’s HR department will tell you if additional application materials are needed.Back to Top
Attachment
Q:What types of files do you accept for Resume, Cover Letter, Letters of Reference etc?A:All files attached to your application must be in .txt, .rtf, .pdf, .docx, or .doc format. If you need to upload an image or scan, you must convert it to pdf or place it into a Word doc file.Back to TopQ:Can I upload more attachments?A:You are currently limited to a maximum of six (6) upload documents. These will carry over to other applications if you apply for more than one job.Back to TopQ:Can I upload a separate group of attachments for each job posting to which I apply?A:At this time there is no way to upload different attachments for different job postings. If you overwrite your current attachments with new ones then the old versions will no longer be viewable by the district.Back to TopQ:Can I upload different cover letters for each job posting to which I apply?A:There is currently no way to upload different cover letters for each job to which you apply. It is best to use a generic cover letter when adding one to your attachments page. This may be unnecessary in some cases where districts have a specific page on their application for you to type your cover letter.Back to Top
General
Q:How do I check the status of my application?A:Log into your account and then click on the Application Status tab. If you have already applied for a job it will be listed under the Current Applications section. If you want to view additional details about the job you applied for click on the Details link associated with the job. If you have applied for jobs in the past that have been filled, it will be listed in the Previous Applications section.Back to TopQ:Is this a secure website, and is my data secure?A:Yes. All data transfers use 128-bit or 256-bit encryption depending on your computer's capabilities. This is the same type of encryption used for most online banking transactions.Back to TopQ:I forgot my username or password. How can I retrieve it?A:From the main job listings page, click the link "I Forgot My Username or Password." Enter your email address into the box and your information will be sent to that email address.Back to TopQ:How do I apply to jobs as an internal applicant?A:To apply to jobs as an internal applicant, you must currently be employed by the district to which you are applying. There are two ways to create an internal account. Some districts have an “Internal” button enabled at the top right of the screen which will take you through the process of creating an internal account. If you have already created an account and would like to change it to internal, select the “Account Settings” option at the top of the screen after you have logged in. On the right side of the page there is an “Account Type” section. Here you can change your external account to internal by selecting “I am a current employee.”Back to TopQ:How do I view internal job postings?A:To view internal job postings, login with an internal account. The internal postings will appear under the job listings with all of the external postings.Back to TopQ:How do I transfer my Recruit & Hire account from one district to another?A:To transfer your account, sign out of the site (if applicable) and begin applying for the position you would like. You will be prompted to create a new account, sign in, or transfer a currently existing account. Enter the email and password that is connected with your other Recruit & Hire account. Enter the state that the account is located in and press continue. The site will locate your other account. You can then select it to transfer the information over. Please be aware that only some of your profile information will be moved over. You will still need to fill out certain sections on new applications.Back to TopQ:How do I find out about new job postings?A:You can sign up for job alerts on the main login page. Once this is done, you will receive weekly email notices of the jobs that the district has posted.Back to TopQ:How do I change the email address and password linked to my account?A:You can change your account information by select “Account Settings” at the top of the web page. To access account settings you will first need to login.Back to TopQ:If I transfer my account, do I lose all the information in the initial district?A:No information will be lost if you transfer your account. Your account with the previous district will remain active.Back to TopQ:How can another person have my same email?A:I do not believe it is possible to have the same email as another. If our system is telling you that there's already an email address on file then you may have created an account previously. You may be able to log in with that email if you can remember your password. If you have trouble logging in, please contact the Personnel Department at 402-293-4032.Back to TopQ:I cant remember my pass word but when I try to change it, it says it was deactivatedA:Please contact the Personnel Department at 402-293-4032 for assistance.Back to TopQ:What is the minimum age requirement for summer school paraprofessionals?A:The minimum age requirement for summer school paraprofessionals is 14. If you are either 14 or 15 years old, you would need a work permit from the high school that your child attends.Back to Top

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