Application Process

❓ How To Apply

The City of Tamarac uses and accepts applications through an online Employment Application system that works in conjunction with governmentjobs.com. 

  • If this is your first time using the system, please begin by creating an account by clicking Here         , and then "Sign In". Applying online requires you to register your account to your personal email address. If you do not have an email address, you may create one for free with any email provider such as Gmail, Yahoo or Outlook. (The City does not endorse any specific email provider.). 

  • Add your cell phone number to receive recruitment status updates via SMS Text Message.

 Note: It is important to note that governmentjobs.com user accounts are only to be used by one person. Do not share your account with another person and do not use another person’s email address to sign up.

If you have already created a governmentjobs.com account with another agency, you do not have to create a new account with us. The Username, Password, and save Profile will work with our system. If you require technical assistance, you may call the governmentjobs.com applicant support help desk toll free at (855) 524-5627 between 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday.

The City of Tamarac participates in E-Verify.

💼 application steps

Step 1: Submit Application

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✔ All current job opportunities are listed online.

  • 1️⃣ Visit the online Job listings.
  • 2️⃣ Click on the Job title you are interested in.
  • 3️⃣ Click the "Apply" link to start your application.
  • 4️⃣ If required complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. The questionnaire will appear at the end of the application process.
  • 5️⃣ Submit Your Application ONLINE. You may copy/paste or upload your resume but resumes alone are not accepted.

After successful submission of an official City of Tamarac Employment Application, applicants will receive an acknowledgment, via email, indicating receipt of their application.
Note: Acknowledgement is NOT an indication of eligibility or that an interview will be granted. Also, applicants who change their contact information during the course of the recruitment are responsible for informing the Human Resources Department of their new contact information.

Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application and recruitment process may contact the Human Resources department at (954) 597-3600.

Step 2: Interview Process

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  • 1️⃣ Screening Process: All applications are reviewed to ensure candidates meet the minimum qualifications, with the City striving to include as many eligible applicants as possible. However, due to high application volume, not all individuals may receive an interview. Preference is given to those with the most relevant qualifications, experience, and training for the position.
  • 2️⃣ Interview Structure: The City follows a structured panel interview process. Applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted by Human Resources to schedule interviews.
  • 3️⃣ Additional Assessments: Depending on the position, video interviews and skills assessments may be utilized. Candidates will be notified if additional assessments will be administered.
  • 4️⃣ Applicants will receive email notifications throughout the interview process.

Step 3: Background Check

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After the interview process, selected candidates will undergo a comprehensive background screening that will include a thorough medical exam, drug test, background and reference investigations. Candidates recommended for certain City positions will be subjected to fingerprinting for a national criminal background check.

Step 4: Probationary Period

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⏳ Probationary Period: New Firefighters will serve a twelve (12) month Probationary Period. Other regular part-time and full-time new employees will serve a six (6) month Probationary Period.

🖥️ Accessing a Computer

If you do not have access to a computer, you can:

  • ✅ Visit a Public Library.
  • ✅ Visit the City's Human Resources Department at City Hall.
  • ✅ Ask friends or relatives for help.

Note: Application Assistance is available Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM at City Hall, 7525 NW 88th Avenue, Tamarac, FL.

🎯 Application Tips

📝 Fill out all sections of the application.

ᴺ/ᴬ If a section does not apply, indicate "N/A".

❌ False, misleading, incomplete or omitted information will result in disqualification.

📜 Licenses and Certifications must be accurately documented for verification.

Note: When completing the employment history section in your application, begin with your present or most recent employment and work backward. List all positions held in the last ten (10) years. List each promotion or transfer as a separate position even if they were the same employer. Also list employment gaps over three months. Include military, part-time and self-employment.