Frequently Asked Questions

• Where do I begin?
   

  Everything starts at our HIRE web site, www.hampton.gov/hire. There you will find links to Job Opportunities, an Online Employment Application Guide, and Online Help for Getting Started. Above all, remember to keep a record of your username and password once you have set up an account. You will need it to apply for other positions or to check the status of your application and when you re-enter the system, you will need to input this information exactly as it was originally entered.

   
• Can I get help with completing the online application?
   

  Human Resources is committed to ensuring that this process is easy and user-friendly. To help applicants, the following resources are available:

   

  • Online Application Guide
  • Sample Online Application
  • Getting Started

   

  Live help from Human Resources during business hours:
  Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.,
  Phone: (757) 727-6407
  Email: HRFrontDesk@hampton.gov
  In-person: 4th floor of City Hall, 22 Lincoln Street

   
• How do I find out what jobs are available?
   

  A list of available positions can be viewed 24 hours a day; 7 days a week from any computer with Internet access. Visit the HIRE web site at www.hampton.gov/hire and click on either the link for Job Opportunities Open to All or Job Opportunities Open to City Employees Only.

   
• What if I do not have a computer or access to the web?
   

  There are a number of ways to access HIRE:

   

  • Four HIRE computers are available in the Department of Human Resources, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. We are located on the 4th floor of City Hall at 22 Lincoln Street. Please note: There may be a waiting list and time limit if customer demand is high.
  • You may also use the public computers located at all Hampton Public Libraries. Evening and weekend hours are available. CLICK HERE to see a listing of library branches and their hours. Be prepared to sign up to use a computer and there may be a time limit.
  • Family and friends may also have Internet access available for you to use.

   
• What information will I be asked to provide?
   

  You will be asked to provide personal information such as name, address, phone number, etc. You will also be asked to provide information about your education, employment history, and references. An email address will also be required. See the FAQ, "An email address is required. How do I get an email address?" for more information. You will shorten the time it takes to complete your application if you gather this information before beginning the online process. See the "Online Sample Application" for details.

   
• An email address is required. How do I get an email address?
   

  If you do not already have an email address, free email is available through a number of providers. Though we cannot endorse any particular vendor, you may want to click on these links for more information: MSN Hotmail, Yahoo Mail, and AOL AIM Mail.

   
• What if I am interested in a position that is not currently on the City job list?
   

  If you wish to receive notification when a job you are interested in becomes available, go to www.hampton.gov/hire and go to one of the Job Opportunities pages. Click on “Request job notifications by (choose class title or category)" and follow the online directions..

   
• How do I check the status of my application?
   

  Check your email for status notices. If you are no longer being considered for a position, a notice will be sent to the email address you used on your application. If you are selected for an interview or an offer of employment, you will be contacted in most cases by phone. Please note that the 'Application Status' feature available after you log in to your account is currently used only to indicate that an application has been received.

   
• How do I save my application?
   

  You must click "SAVE" to retain the information you have entered. If you close your browser prior to clicking "SAVE," you will lose any information you entered after the last time you clicked "SAVE." If at any time you need to exit out of the application form, click the "Save" button at the bottom of the form. You can return to your application later by logging into your account with your Username and Password.

   
• What if I want to submit a resume?
   

  You may either attach or cut and paste a resume into your application. Please note that submitting a resume does not substitute for completing the application form.

   
• Who will see my application if I use the online HIRE-ing process?
   

  All information is on a secure web server. Only the Human Resources Department and other City department users authorized to review specific job openings will have access. The City of Hampton does not share its database with other companies or localities.

   
• Where can I find information about employment with Hampton Public Schools?
   

  Visit the Hampton City Schools web site and click on the link for Employment Opportunities.

   
• Can I apply for more than one job at a time?
   

  Yes. Once you have completed your online application in HIRE, you can apply for multiple positions that are currently open.

   
• How do I print my application?
   

  After you have submitted your application, you will see a link to ‘Click here for a printable version of the application you just submitted.’

   
• I missed the deadline - can I still apply?
   

  As with any position, once a closing date has passed, no application will be accepted or considered. Please continue to visit the HIRE site and apply for new jobs as they become available. You may also want to complete a Job Interest Notification Request to automatically be notified when a position you are interested in becomes available. To do so, see the FAQ, "What if I am interested in a position that is not currently on the City of Hampton Job Opportunities list?"

   
• Do I have to fill out an application?
   

  Everyone who applies for a position is required to create an application, which includes certain information. Required information is denoted with an asterisk (*). The more information you provide, the easier it will be to effectively evaluate your skills, abilities and qualifications. Incomplete applications may be rejected so please be thorough.

   
• Can I apply by sending my resume via e-mail?
   

  Paper applications and resumes will not be accepted by fax, e-mail or postal service. Please apply online using the HIRE site, www.hampton.gov/hire.

   
• Will I automatically be considered for other positions if I previously submitted an application?
   

  To ensure you will be considered for other positions, watch our Job Opportunities site or fill in a Job Notification Request. You must submit a separate application for all positions you are interested in.

   
• What if I am not ready to fill out the application at this time?
   

  No application is submitted until you click on the "Accept" button, which is "Step 4: Confirm and Submit" (see the progress guide at the top of the screen). If at any time you do not want to complete your application, save your work, then logout.

   
• How and when can I update my application?
   

  Changes can be made to your application at anytime before it is submitted. Once you submit an application for a particular position, you cannot go back and make changes to the submitted application. If you make changes and submit another application before the position closes, we will only consider your most recent application. You may also make changes before submitting your application for any new positions.

   

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