Ohio Hiring Management System How to Apply

 

 Instructions and Tips for Applying Online Through OHMS

Click here for detailed instructions for the first-time OHMS user.

Click here for detailed instructions for the returning OHMS user. 

Click here for quick tips for applying through OHMS.

Click here for a condensed How to Apply brochure.


State of Ohio Paper Employment Application

Applicants are encouraged to apply online to make it easier to apply for multiple positions. However, an electronic version of the paper application is available in PDF format for applicants to complete, print and mail to the agencyThe agency’s mailing address is listed at the top of the printable job bulletin. Click “Print Job Information” from the posting to view the printable job bulletin.

Benefits to the applicant when applying online:

  • Do not need to re-create an application each time you want to apply for a position; can use the same profile to apply for multiple positions
  • Saves you money on postage
  • A record of all postings and applications is kept inside your profile in OHMS
  • You will be able to see the status of your application when you log into your OHMS profile
  • Your application is received instantly once you certify and submit your application

 Benefits to the hiring agency:

  • Saves the agency time and effort; the agency does not have to manually enter the application into our system and contact the applicant regarding the Supplemental Questions
  • Gives the agency the ability to start processing the application immediately upon receipt

Click here to download a PDF of the State of Ohio Employment Application – Manual Entry
Application must be printed, completed manually and mailed directly to the agency. You may wish to make a copy of the completed application to retain for your records.

Click here to download a PDF of the State of Ohio Employment Application – Data Entry
Data may be entered directly on the application. However, the form cannot be saved with the entered data. The application must be printed and mailed directly to the agency. Please print completed application to retain a record for your files.

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