| 1. When will applications for sworn positions within the Police and Fire Departments be taken? |
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The Police Department accepts applications year-round. Applications are picked-up and returned to the Personnel Department.
The Fire Department accepts applications once a year. Typically this begins in January-February.
Due to the lengthy applicant review process, each Department draws off the candidate list for one year, or until all qualified applicants have been contacted with offers.
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| 2. How long is my application held? |
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- All applications
are held for six months. All job openings require separate
applications.
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| 3. What are City employee benefits? |
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Employee benefits are for full-time employees only. Benefits include:
- Salary or Wages
- Healthcare Insurance
- PERF (Pension)
- Social Security (FICA and Medicaid)
- Overtime (Comp Time)
- Vacation Time
- Paid Holidays and Leaves
- Sick Days
- Unemployment Insurance
- Employee Assistance
- Wellness and Health Programs
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| 4. Is the City a "Drug Free" environment? |
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| The City of Columbus is a "Drug Free" environment.
All candidates for full-time employment are tested for drugs and alcohol. Public Safety and employees holding CDL licenses are randomly tested.
Additionally, City Hall is a Smoke Free environment.
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