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1. How can I verify employment?

Call the Human Resources Department at 209-577-5402 for employment verification information. Be sure to have the signed authorization of the employee so that it can be faxed to the Human Resources Department upon request.

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1. What benefits do you offer new employees?

Complete benefit and salary information is available on the City's website. For specific benefits click on the job description of your choice and select the benefits tab.

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2. Can I apply for a job online?

Yes, visit the job listings page for the most up to date information.

City's website.

3. How can I apply for a job with the City of Modesto?

Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on the final filing date.

Each recruitment is open for a certain filing period during which employment applications are accepted. A separate City of Modesto employment application is required for each job.

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4. Can I fill out one application for several jobs?

Each job requires a separate employment application. You may create an application that can be saved and used to apply for more than one job opening by creating and logging into your Government Jobs account.

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5. What happens after I apply for a job?

Applications are screened and all candidates are notified via email or US mail of the status of their application. For those who are invited to continue in the testing process, the notification will outline the next step, which may include a written exam, performance test, or oral board, etc.

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1. How do I file a claim for damages against the city?

If you believe that the city is responsible for damages to you or your property, you must file a written claim within 6 months of the incident in most cases. In order to meet legal requirements you must supply specific information. To assist you in meeting those requirements, the city has prepared a claim form for your use. Claim forms (PDF) are available online or in person from the City Clerk's Office or the Risk Management Division. 

Completed claims should be mailed or hand delivered to the City Clerk's Office along with copies of invoices, receipts or pictures documenting your damages.

2. What happens when I do file a claim?

A copy of your claim is sent to the Risk Management Division. This Division is responsible for investigating and settling your claim. The claims adjuster will investigate your claim and determine if the city is legally responsible for your damages and, if so, for how much. Generally, the city will only pay for damages when it can be shown that the city was negligent in its operations. You will receive written notice of action taken on your claim within 45 days after it was filed.

3. Why doesn't the city pay for damages caused by falling limbs from city trees?

The Public Works Forestry Division has established an excellent maintenance and pruning program for city trees. The courts have consistently ruled that this program shows that the city provides reasonable care. Consequently, when tree limbs do fall it is considered an Act of Nature and the city is not responsible.