Ohio Hiring Management System Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ Categories

Searching for a Job	Before I Apply	Who Can Apply?
Is it Necessary to Apply?	While I'm Applying...	I'm Experiencing Problems Applying
Submitting My Application	After I Apply...	Miscellaneous
My Profile	State of Ohio Terminology	Civil Service Testing

Searching for a Job

What does it mean when it states in the Minimum Qualifications: “Or equivalent of Minimum Qualifications For Employment noted above”?

Is there a way to notify me when a job I’m interested in is posted?

How do I search for all postings?

Do I have to take a Civil Service Examination to be hired by the State of Ohio?

What is the definition of an undergraduate core program or coursework?

How do I search for open positions and examinations?

Before I Apply

What are supplemental questions and how do I submit my answers to these?

What does it mean when it states in the Minimum Qualifications: “Or equivalent of Minimum Qualifications For Employment noted above”?

Do I have to apply for each job posting separately or is there a way to select more than one job at a time?

Is it possible to submit only my resume and/or cover letter instead of filling out an application?

What are the advantages of applying online?

What is the definition of an undergraduate core program or coursework?

I don’t have an e-mail address. What can I do?

Are military veterans given preference when filling positions?

Who Can Apply?

I’m not a U.S. citizen. Can I apply for positions with the State of Ohio?

Can I apply for positions with the State of Ohio if I’ve been convicted of a felony?

I’m a resident of another state. Can I apply for positions with the State of Ohio?

How do I know if I’m qualified for a job posting?

Is it Necessary to Apply?

Do I have to apply for each job posting separately or is there a way to select more than one job at a time?

Do I have to take a Civil Service Examination to be hired by the State of Ohio?

The same job title is posted more than once; do I need to apply for each one?

While I'm Applying...

What type of documents can be attached to my application?

How do I submit a resume or additional, required documentation with my online application?

What are supplemental questions and how do I submit my answers to these?

Are Ohio college and university employees considered State of Ohio employees?

What does it mean when it states in the Minimum Qualifications: “Or equivalent of Minimum Qualifications For Employment noted above”?

How do I submit my application after I’ve created my profile?

I was in the middle of applying for a posting and it expired. What can I do?

I’m trying to apply for a posting online and I can’t proceed beyond the Agency-Wide Questions. When I try to “Save and Proceed” it brings me back to my Main Menu. Why can’t I finish applying?

What is the definition of an undergraduate core program or coursework?

I started to apply for a posting, but I had to save my work and come back later. How do I finish applying?

I'm Experiencing Problems Applying

I forgot my username and/or password. How can I retrieve it?

I've been repeatedly logged out of my profile while trying to edit my application or view my "Application Status". What can I do?

I was in the middle of applying for a posting and it expired. What can I do?

How do I submit my application after I’ve created my profile?

I forgot my username/password and no longer have access to the email address I used to create my profile. How can I retrieve them?

I don’t have an e-mail address. What can I do?

I had a profile on the old system, but my username and password aren’t working when I try and log into “My Profile” in the new system. What can I do?

Submitting My Application

How do I submit a resume or additional, required documentation with my online application?

Is it possible to submit only my resume and/or cover letter instead of filling out an application?

I was in the middle of applying for a posting and it expired. What can I do?

How do I submit my application after I’ve created my profile?

After I Apply...

What happens after I apply for a job online?

Why hasn’t my online “Application Status” changed?

I did not receive an e-mail confirmation that my online application was received; why not?

Will I be contacted regarding the next step in the process or when the position is filled?

How do I obtain a copy of my online application or the job posting after it has expired?

What if I apply for a job and decide I am no longer interested?

Who do I notify of a change of contact information?

How do I check the status of a position I applied for?

Miscellaneous

How do I obtain a copy of my online application or the job posting after it has expired?

Is there a way to notify me when a job I’m interested in is posted?

How do I stop the job notification emails?

I have a disability which requires special accommodations during interviews and tests. How do I request a reasonable accommodation?

Are military veterans given preference when filling positions?

My Profile

How do I submit my application after I’ve created my profile?

How do I delete my profile?

How do I print my profile?

I had a profile on the old system, but my username and password aren’t working when I try and log into “My Profile” in the new system. What can I do?

State of Ohio Terminology

What are Job Classification Descriptions?

What does it mean when it states in the Minimum Qualifications: “Or equivalent of Minimum Qualifications For Employment noted above”?

What are Position Specific Minimum Qualifications (PSMQs)?

What is the definition of an undergraduate core program or coursework?

Civil Service Testing

If I pass an exam, what happens next?

May I reschedule my examinations(s) for another time?

I am scheduled to take two examinations, on two different days. May I take them on the same day?

How can I find out my ranking on the eligibility list?

How long does it take to receive test results?

How much time is given to complete an examination?

If I do not pass the test, how soon can I take the test again?

I did not pass a Civil Service Examination; can I review my results to see which questions I missed?

Why can’t I test online?

I noticed a job posting for the same title in which I took a test. Should I apply for it or will the hiring agency check the eligibility list and notify me?

Where do I get a civil service examination application?

Are there any study guides or sample test questions available for me to use to prepare for an examination?

Do I have to take a Civil Service Examination to be hired by the State of Ohio?