Human Resources FAQ 

How can I find out if there are vacancies at the City of Deltona?

You can look at all our open positions on our web site or you can come to City Hall and check our job postings. Our offices are located at 2345 Providence Boulevard, Deltona, FL 32725, Mon-Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

How do I apply for a job with the City of Deltona?

Due to the volume of applications we receive, applications are accepted only for posted positions. Although we accept resumes, applicants are required to complete the City of Deltona employment application for open positions. It is important that the application be completed in its entirety.

What happens after I submit the employment application?

Once you submit an application for employment, the Human Resources Department staff is required to wait until the closing date for the position has passed before reviewing all applications for the position. Applicants must be found to be minimally qualified in order to be considered for an interview. Applicants who meet the criteria set forth in the job postings will be contacted for an interview, if selected by the Department Head.

How will I find out if I was selected for the position for which I applied?

You will be contacted by telephone in the event you are selected for the position. At that time you will be asked if you are still interested in the position and told that we are ready to start your background check. The length of time this process takes may well depend on the accuracy and completeness of the employment application you submit.

What happens after I am selected for a position?

Applicants selected for employment will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check and a post-offer physical examination that includes drug screening.

Am I required to take a drug test?

After an offer of employment is extended, the applicant being considered for the position will be asked to visit our offices to sign a release that will allow us to set up an appointment for the post-offer physical and drug screen. Once this is completed the applicant is contacted in order to set up the appointment with a medical provider who will conduct the physical and drug screen. The applicant will be required to bring a picture I.D. card for verification.

Will my credentials be checked?

We contact at least three (3) of your prior employers. For positions requiring a degree or certification, we will contact colleges/universities, associations, etc. to verify the information provided on the employment application.

How long are applications kept on file?

The applications submitted by individuals who are not selected for an interview are kept on file for 6 months. Interested individuals are required to complete an application for each position they are interested in.

Where does the City advertise its openings?

The list of places where we post or mail our jobs is too long for the space allowed in this page. However, we post all openings on our web site. We also send copies of all openings to the Deltona Library, the offices of the Job Service of Florida, local schools such as Community Colleges and Universities and other government offices such as local counties and other municipalities. Paid ads are posted with the Orlando Sentinel and the Daytona Beach Journal. Depending on the position to be filled, we may also advertise the job at a national level through Internet services.