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Take your first steps toward a rewarding career with Oakland County.
Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from our hiring process. We’ll guide you through each stage, share what you’ll need, and keep you updated along the way, whether you’re a first‑time applicant or returning for a new opportunity.
Please note that all positions close at midnight on the posted closing date. For continuous examinations, applications are accepted until enough qualified candidates are identified, so we encourage you to apply promptly. Due to the high volume of applicants, not everyone will be selected for an interview. Candidates chosen to move forward are typically contacted within 30 days of the posted closing date.
Returning user? We have a new Career Site! As part of the transition, all candidates, even those with previous accounts, will need to create a new login to apply.
Thank you for your continued interest in joining Oakland County.
Job Seekers (Non-County Employees)
Use our job listings portal to view and apply for Oakland County’s open positions.
Current County Employees, Elected and Appointed Officials
Oakland County is committed to helping its employees grow their careers. Current employees may apply through Workday.
The Application Process
It’s strongly recommended that you attach your résumé when applying. You can either upload a saved document from your computer or manually enter your information.
If you choose to upload a résumé, your work history will automatically populate the Work Experience section. Be sure to review and update this information before submitting your application.
Your profile will be securely saved and can be reused for future job openings. All online profiles are stored on a protected site, and only authorized employees and hiring officials have access to the information you provide.
You must list your work experience in the Work Experience section of your profile. Review the job posting, especially the position purpose and minimum qualifications, before completing this section, as only related experience will be considered.
If you do not upload a résumé, you must manually enter your work experience, including employer, job title, dates of employment, hours worked per week, job duties, and reason for leaving.
Incomplete work history or missing details related to minimum qualifications may result in disqualification.
Applicants will be tested as they apply and ranked on an eligible list based on final exam scores. Rankings may change as additional applicants are tested. Submissions will not be accepted after the posted closing date.
Examinations are used to create an eligible list for current and future vacancies. Departments may select candidates from this list, which remains active for six months unless exhausted, replaced, or extended.
For continuous examinations, submissions are accepted until sufficient candidates are identified, so applicants are encouraged to apply promptly. Due to applicant volume, not all applicants will be interviewed. Selected candidates are typically contacted within 30 days of the posted closing date.
Read: Human Resources Interview Guide
Privacy
By filling out the Job Application and transmitting it to Oakland County via the Internet, you are consenting to provide the County with the personally identifiable information contained in the application document. The information you provide in the job application may be kept and used by the County for its purposes in accordance with its applicable policies.
The Michigan Freedom of Information Act, as well as other legal processes, control access to personally identifiable information and public records. Information you supply to the County may be subject to disclosure.
In addition, no mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
Need help?
Should you encounter application difficulties, please contact us at hr-talent@oakgov.com or call (248) 858-0530.