• Frequently Asked Questions

Personnel Department's FAQ

1. Where can I find a list of positions open in the town?

Position vacancies are posted on the bulletin boards of all Town of Orangetown buildings for a period of at least 10 business days.

2. Where can I get an application?

Applications can be obtained at the Personnel Office in Town Hall or at the Rockland County Personnel Office:

18 New Hempstead Road, Fourth Floor
New City, NY 10956
(845) 638-5200

3. Do all civil service jobs require an exam?

Positions in the non-competitive class do not require an exam.  Positions in the competitive class require an exam.  For a list of civil service exams and dates please visit the Rockland County Personnel Office.

4. Do I have to submit a cover letter and resume?

You are not required to submit a cover letter and resume with your application but it would be helpful.

5. How do I get my application to you?

Applications should be sent to the Personnel Office at Town Hall, 26 Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, NY  10962 or brought to that office between 8 A.M. and 4 P.M. Monday through Friday.

6. What happens if I miss the deadline for the position I am interested in?

You lose the opportunity to apply for that position.

7. Do I have to fill out a new application for each job I am interested in?

Yes, the applicant must fill out a new application for each job.

8. Is this where I apply to work for any of the school districts?

No, you must apply directly to each local school district office:

 
Nanuet Union Free School District
 
101 Church Street
Nanuet, NY
(845) 627-9890
 
Nyack Public Schools
 
103 Dickinson Ave
Nyack, NY 10960
(845) 353-7000
 
Pearl River School District
 
275 East Central Ave.
Pearl River, NY 10965
(845) 620-3900
 
 
South Orangetown Central School District
 
160 Van Wyck Rd.
Blauvelt, NY 10913
(845) 680-1000