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Departments: Personnel Commission

Frequently Asked Questions [FAQs]

October 27, 2001

What is a Merit System?

What are the requirements under Merit System Law?

What are the Merit Principles?

Can you provide a Manager's Guide to Working with a Merit System?

How will I know if a job is open for recruitment?

How do I file an employment application?

If I want to apply for more than one job, do I have to file more than one application?

How often can I apply for the same job?

Does everyone who applies take an exam?

How does the Personnel Commission determine if I qualify for this job?

What kind of examination will I have to take?

What is an Employment Interest Card?

What are some practical tips for taking a written test?

What happens after I take the examination?

What are some practical tips for an interview?

For how long is the eligibility list good?

Do I get bonus points if I am a veteran and/or disabled?

Do I get bonus points as an employee of Torrance Unified School District?

How do I get selected for an actual position?

What should I do if I am called for a selection interview?

What happens if I am selected?

What if I am not selected or not interviewed?

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Torrance Unified SchoolDistrict is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. It is the stated policy of the Torrance Unified School District that harassment is prohibited and that all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All recruitment, hiring placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of qualifications of the individual foir the positions being filled regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer), age (over 40), and marital status.

The Rules and Regulations of the Classified Service for Torrance Unified School District, in their entirety, can be accessed by clicking here. These Rules are in PDF format.

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