Frequently Asked QuestionsAm I eligible for the City of Ottawa’s Summer Student Program? Am I eligible for the City of Ottawa’s Summer Student Program?To be eligible for a Summer Student job within the City of Ottawa you must:
Note: The eligibility criteria must be maintained through the summer employment term; therefore you must be a returning student in 2010 or a graduating student in 2010. How do I apply for a summer student job?For a list of our current summer student jobs, visit our Summer Student Employment Program. The application pages on City of Ottawa are created and hosted by Workopolis.com. If you are a first time user, you will be asked to create a personal profile. Click here and learn how to complete your Registration. Once you have created an account you can apply online by using the "Apply" button at the top of the job posting. Proceed to complete the questionnaires attached to each position. All job postings have a series of questions attached for the applicants’ completion. I would like to apply online but currently do not have access to a personal computer (PC)?If you do not have access to a personal computer (PC) and wish to apply online, you are welcome to use the PCs available at: the Youth Zone Jeunesse located at 370 Catherine Street; all City of Ottawa Client Service Centres; Libraries and Community Centres. For 2010, the Youth Zone Jeunesse will offer three information sessions. How to Apply Online for City of Ottawa Summer Student Employment will be held on:
Resume Writing workshops will be held on:
Resume Interview Skills workshops will be held on:
Please call 613-580-ZONE (9663) to reserve your spot. I am unable to apply online. What should I do?We encourage you to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may apply by fax or using the postal mail service but you must ensure the competition number of the job that you are applying for is indicated on your resume and cover letter. By fax: 613-580-4762 By mail: If using the postal mail service, allow enough time to for mail delivery to ensure your application meets the competition closing date. Note: If you apply online, please do not submit a duplicate copy by fax or mail. I'm having a technical problem with my online application. Who do I contact?Please e-mail Workopolis Support with your technical question(s).Workopolis will not be able to answer any questions about City of Ottawa job postings, but can certainly help you with any technical problems you're experiencing on the City of Ottawa career pages. How do I know my application has been received?If you applied on-line, a confirmation notice will be delivered to your email account once your application has been successfully submitted. We recommend that you save this confirmation as proof of your application submission. If you do not receive a confirmation notice, there may have been a temporary interruption in service during your submission. If this occurs, please re-submit your application. If you continue to experience problems, please contact Human Resources at 613-580-2424 ext. 47411 or e-mail Workopolis Technical Support. The City of Ottawa cannot consider online applications that are not successfully submitted. If you are unable to apply online, you may apply by fax or using the postal mail service. Please ensure that the competition number of the job that you are applying for is indicated clearly on your resume and cover letter. Note: We encourage you to apply online to ensure that you receive confirmation of submission of your application. Applications submitted by fax, mail or in person will not receive an acknowledgment by the City. How is my application assessed?Applications are assessed based on the information provided. Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet the qualifications and experience and/or certification requirements as set out on the competition poster. Please ensure you include all relevant details. Applications must be received no later than the closing date. Those received after the closing date will not be considered. We thank all candidates for their interest in applying, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. How do I update my contact information when applying online for a position or make changes to my application when applying online for a position?Click ‘Manage My Stored Resumes’ and log on if required. Click on the name of the resume you wish to edit. Just under the resume name is a bar with the words "Contact Information (fields marked with an asterisk are required)". Click on the ‘Edit’ button and make your changes. Do not forget to click ‘Submit’ at the bottom of the page to save your changes. Note: Once the job posting has closed, we will only accept updates to the resume contact information such as an address and/or phone numbers. These updates can be e-mailed to: HRServiceCentre@ottawa.ca. Please ensure you include you reference the job postings competition number in your e-mail. What is the status of my application, will I be considered?Please be patient. We receive a high volume of applications and cannot provide status updates on individual applications. Generally we will commence the applicant review process after the official closing date of the job posting. See specific job postings for deadline details. When are the interviews? When will I be contacted?We will commence the applicant review process after the official closing date of the job posting. Hiring Managers will be initially selecting and contacting applicants between March and April 2010. The majority of, but not all summer students will begin employment in early May. However, summer student hiring continues throughout the summer months and applicants may be contacted throughout the months of May, June, July and August. How will I be notified?The usual method of contacting applicants is by telephone. However, Hiring Managers may choose to contact you by other means, such as e-mail and mail. Note: You will only be contacted if you are selected for an interview. The job postings have closed. Can I still apply?No. Late applications are not considered. Applications will be accepted from Monday, January 11 to Monday, February 22, 2010. Are there any other job openings?All job openings are listed on the City’s website at ottawa.ca/careers What are the seasonal opportunities available for students?Our Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services branch hire staff throughout the year to service our recreation and culture programs. See the Part-time jobs in Recreation and Culture section of this website for available opportunities. What does Specialty Instructor I, II and III mean when applying to the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services branch?Employment opportunities listed below will be advertised as Specialty Instructor I, II and III for specialized camps.
Accredited Coaching Certification and/or experience working in an instructional setting will be considered an asset for these positions. Note: The details related to location and the specific types of camps are found on the questionnaire portion of your application. |
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