FAQs • Cedar Falls • CivicEngage

What happens if I just send a resume for your reference in case there's a job opening meeting my qualifications?: You must specifically apply for a job opening you feel you are qualified for. An application is also required for all job openings. A resume is not required for some positions.

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Human Resources

1. Whom can answer a question about my health insurance?: Paul Kockler at 319-268-5101 or paul.kockler@cedarfalls.com

2. Whom do I call for information concerning state retirement?: Paul Kockler at 319-268-5101 or paul.kockler@cedarfalls.com

3. What positions are currently available?: A list of current job openings can be found here.

4. What is the hiring process?: The city's hiring process depends on the position and is explained in our position postings. The process may or may not involve Civil Service testing and certification, but begins by submitting application materials noted in the position posting.

5. What type of benefits does the city offer?: Full-time employees are offered health Insurance, health reimbursement account (HRA), dental insurance, cafeteria plan/flexible spending accounts (FSA), life and LTD Insurance; benefit accruals including floating holiday, vacation and sick leave; IPERS enrollment, a state-required retirement plan; optional 457 deferred compensation retirement plan; wellness program; and various leave programs. Non-Union Permanent part-time employees are eligible for a cafeteria plan/flexible spending account (FSA), benefit accruals including floating holiday, vacation and sick leave; IPERS enrollment, a state-required retirement plan; optional 457 deferred compensation retirement plan; wellness program; and various leave programs. Union Permanent part-time employees are eligible for a cafeteria plan/flexible spending account (FSA), IPERS enrollment, a state-required retirement plan; optional 457 deferred compensation retirement plan; wellness program; and various leave programs.

6. Can I apply online?: Yes otherwise stated in the job posting, you can apply online and submit application materials here.

7. If I’m not interviewed or hired, will you keep my application on file?: Yes, applications materials are kept on file, but updated information is required after six months.

8. What happens if I just send a resume for your reference in case there's a job opening meeting my qualifications?: You must specifically apply for a job opening you feel you are qualified for. An application is also required for all job openings. A resume is not required for some positions.