How to Apply for a Job at the University of
Connecticut. . .
Classified Positions (Clerical, Maintenance and Protective Services)
Unclassified Positions (Faculty, Non-Teaching Professional, Confidential/Exempt, Management/Exempt)
Classified
Positions (Clerical,
Maintenance and Protective Services)
How do I apply for an open position?
How much time do I have to apply for an open position?
How do I obtain an Application for Employment?
How do I complete an application?
How do I submit an Application for Employment?
What should I expect after I apply to an open position?
How do I contact the Department of Human Resources?
How do I view Job Openings?
There are four easy ways to access current job openings which are updated every Friday afternoon.
- Employment Opportunities Website
http://www.hr.uconn.edu/jobs.html
The Employment Opportunities website provides a detailed description of current job openings at the University of Connecticuts Storrs and Regional Campuses.
- UConn Jobs Listserv
The UConn Jobs Listserv provides a weekly update of job opportunities sent directly to your email account. To subscribe go to: http://www.hr.uconn.edu/LSERV.HTML.
- UConn Jobline
The UConn Jobline provides a listing of Clerical, Maintenance, and Protective Services openings. The Jobline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (860) 486-2466.
- UConn Opportunities Bulletin
The UConn Opportunities Bulletin can be viewed in the lobby of the Department of Human Resources located in the Brown Building on the Depot Campus at: 9 Walters Avenue, Storrs, CT. The Department is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
NOTE: Many local
libraries and job service centers provide internet access free of
charge.
How do I apply for an open position?
- Review the job posting including the description of duties and the minimum qualifications thoroughly. You must meet the minimum qualifications to be included in the applicant pool.
- Applications must be submitted by the closing date listed on the posting.
- If you have a current application on file:
- Call the Jobline at (860) 486-2466 and complete the automated prompt.
- Email jobs@uconn.edu and include your full name (submitted on your application) and the search number(s) for which you want to apply.
- Complete an Application for Employment (include the search number(s) for which you want to apply) and submit the Application to the Department of Human Resources.
- If you are
applying for a specific open position(s), list the exact search
number(s) on the application. To apply for multiple openings,
please list all search numbers on one application.
NOTE: If you apply for a position and do not meet the minimum qualifications, your application will not be sent to the hiring department.
How much time do I have to apply for open
positions?
Clerical Positions - 7 days from the date the position is posted.
Maintenance Positions - 10 days from the date the position is posted.
Protective Services Positions - 14 days from the date the position is posted.
NOTE: Closing dates will be listed in the job posting. Application must be postmarked by the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on the closing date listed in the posting.
How do I obtain an Application for Employment?
For your convenience, there are three ways to obtain an application form.
- Employment
Opportunities Website http://www.hr.uconn.edu/jobapp.pdf
- UConn Jobline
(860) 486-2466
You may request an application be sent to you via the UConn Jobline.
- Human Resources Department
You may visit the Department of Human Resources located in the Brown Building on the Depot Campus at: 9 Walters Avenue, Storrs, CT Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Click here for directions.
NOTE: Many local libraries and job service centers provide internet access free of charge.
How do I complete an application?
- Complete all sections of the application form and be sure to provide a complete education and employment history. Please type or neatly print.
- Sign the application.
- Submit a cover letter and/or resume with your application (optional).
How do I apply for a position that
requires the applicant to hold status in the class or have an active
exam score?
To be eligible to apply for competitive positions, an applicant must have an active exam score or must have status or have previously held status in the class.
If you have held status in the class or taken and passed an exam for the advertised position:
- Human Resources will verify exam scores for all applicants. Only applicants that have held status in the class or those with active exam scores will be referred to the hiring department.
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You may submit a copy of the exam results letter from DAS. Please do not submit the original. Exam results will not be sent to hiring departments with applications.
If you do not have an active exam score (and do not have status in the class) you will not be eligible to apply. For more information on how to take a state exam go to: http://www.das.state.ct.us/exam/
- State of Connecticut examinations are administered through the Department of Administrative Services State Recruiting and Testing Center, 165 Capitol Avenue, Room 110, Hartford.
- The minimum qualifications for admittance into an examination are detailed on the examination announcement. You must meet all minimum qualifications by the closing date specified on the announcement.
How do I submit an Application for Employment?
- Mail a completed and signed application to the Department of Human Resources.
- Hand deliver a completed and signed application off at the Department of Human Resources between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Address:
Department of Human Resources
9 Walters Avenue, Unit 5075
Storrs, CT 06269-5075
Click here for driving directions.
What should I expect after I apply to an open position?
- The Department of Human Resources will pre-screen applications to verify minimum qualifications including active exam scores where applicable. Human Resources will forward all qualified applicants to the hiring department.
- The appropriate hiring department(s) will have the opportunity to review applications of qualified applicants
- Hiring departments will contact you directly if they wish to schedule an interview. If you receive a call for an interview, request a contact name and telephone number from the hiring department as well as directions to the interview location.
- The review of applications and the interview process may take several weeks after the closing date of the position.
- Once the top candidate is identified and the proper documentation is submitted by the hiring department, the official job offer is made by the Department of Human Resources.
- Your
application will remain active for six (6) months and may be
used to apply for other positions at your request.
- After six months, you will need to submit a new application to continue applying for open positions.
How do I contact the Department of Human
Resources?
If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us anytime!
- Contact the Employment Services Unit in the Department of Human Resources at (860) 486-2073 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Email the Employment Services Unit in the Department of Human Resources at: jobs@uconn.edu.
from women, people with disabilities and members of minority groups.
Unclassified Positions (Faculty, Non-Teaching Professional, Confidential/Exempt, Management/Exempt)
How do I apply for an open position?
How much time do I have to apply for open positions?
What should I expect after I apply?
How to view Job Openings?
There are three easy ways to access current job openings which are updated every Friday afternoon.
- Employment Opportunities Website http://www.hr.uconn.edu/jobs.html
The Employment Opportunities website provides a detailed description of current job openings at the University of Connecticuts Storrs and Regional Campuses.
- UConn Jobs Listserv
The UConn Jobs Listserv provides a weekly update of job opportunities sent directly to your email account. To subscribe go to: http://www.hr.uconn.edu/LSERV.HTML.
- UConn Opportunities Bulletin
The UConn Opportunities Bulletin can be viewed in the lobby of the Department of Human Resources located in the Brown Building on the Depot Campus at: 9 Walters Avenue, Storrs, CT. The Department is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
NOTE: Many local libraries and job service centers provide internet access free of charge.
How to apply for an Open Position?
Required documentation and application procedures are listed in each specific job posting. Applications for unclassified positions should not be submitted to the Department of Human Resources.
How much time do I have to apply for open
positions?
Application deadlines, if applicable, are included in the specific job postings.
What should I expect after I apply?
The hiring department will extend a job offer to the chosen candidate after all approvals have been obtained including approval to interview applicants and hire the final candidate.
from women, people with disabilities and members of minority groups.