City of Glenn Heights, Texas

HUMAN RESOURCES

Annie Alford, Director of Human Resources
1938 S. Hampton Road
Glenn Heights, TX 75154
Phone: 972-223-1690 x 206
Fax: 972-230-5560
e-mail: hr@glennheights.com

Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Human Resources Department manages recruitment and staffing and serves as a support system for all city employees. It is responsible for policy development, managing the city’s compensation and benefit plan, and maintaining compliance with federal and state employment laws.

STAFFING STATISTICS

Full-time employees: 64
Part-time employees: 12
Volunteer Firefighter and Reserve Police Officers: (varies)

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Job vacancies are advertised on the City Hall bulletin board, the City Website, and the job “hot-line” (972-223-1690 x 315). Applications are reviewed to determine the applicant’s qualifications for the position and selected applicants are contacted for an interview.

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Job Application Form (MS Word doc)

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Office Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m

Job Openings

Job Application Form (PDF)

Job Application Form (Word doc)

Distribution List

In an effort to better communicate with our citizens, the City has developed an E-mail Distribution List to be used to notify citizens of:

Council Meeting Workshop Dates Important Information Various City Issues

IMPORTANT: Your privacy is important to us. Your e-mail will not be distributed to anyone else, nor will it appear in the “TO” box at the top of your message.

If you are interested in being placed on this Distribution List, please forward the e-mail address that you would like to use, to: hr@glennheights.com

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I apply for a position with the City of Glenn Heights?
If you are interested in a position, you must submit an application form and list the position for which you are applying. If there is not a vacancy for the position in which you apply, applications will be kept on file for 6 months from the date on your application form.

Do I need a resume?
Only completed application forms are required; however you may include a resume if you wish.

How can I obtain an application form?
You may download the form from the City Website as a PDF or MS Word document (see above) or call 972-223-1690 x 206 to request one. If leaving a message be sure to speak clearly, giving your name and mailing address. You may also send a written request to City of Glenn Heights, 1938 S. Hampton Road, Glenn Heights, Texas, 75154, Attention: Human Resources. Completed forms may be mailed to the above address, e-mailed as an attachment to hr@glennheights.com or faxed to 972-230-5560.

How do I know if my application is received?
You may contact the Human Resources Department at 972-223-1690 x 206. If sending the application by e-mail, you will receive confirmation.

Will I be contacted?
Only those candidates who are selected to interview will be contacted; however, you may call the Human Resources Department (972-223-1690 x 206) at any time to check on the status of a position.

Do you interview walk-in candidates?
Normally, only selected applicants are contacted for an interview; however, candidates may talk unofficially with a human resources representative on a walk-in basis, as time permits.

How can I find out what the salary is for a position?
Vacancy announcements usually list the salary range. You may also contact the human resources Department at 972-223-1690 x 206 for this information.

How do I know if the position has been filled?
You may check the website at www.glennheights.com, call the job “hot-line” at 972-223-1690 x 315, or contact Human Resources Department at 972-223-1690 x 206 for updated information.

How long are application forms kept on file?
Applications are kept for 6 months from the date of the application. If you wish your application to be kept on file longer, please notify the Human Resources Department at 972-223-1690 x 206.

Do I need to take a drug test to be employed?
All applicants are required to pass drug and alcohol testing as well as a physical examination prior to starting employment.

Does every City employee receive benefits?
Only full-time employees are eligible for insurance and retirement benefits. However, all employees are covered under Workers Compensation insurance.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Insurance:
	Health
		The City offers both HMO and PPO coverage. Employee premiums are paid at 100% by the City. Dependent coverage is available at the expense of the employee
	Dental
		Employee premiums are paid at 100% by the City. Dependent coverage is available at the expense of the employee.
	Vision
		Coverage is offered at the expense of the employee.
	Life
		The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of $20,000, and covers spouses for $5,000 and dependent children for $2,500. Additional coverage may be purchased at the expense of the employee.
	Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
		The City offers both short-term and long-term disability insurance. The premium for this coverage is paid by the employee.
	AFLAC
		Employees may elect to be covered under an Accident or Cancer policy with AFLAC supplementary plans at their own expense.
	Employees may choose to pre-tax their portion of insurance premiums.

Retirement:
	Social Security
		Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching City funds.
	Texas Municipal Retirement System
		Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 6% mandatory contribution with a city match of 2:1. The program requires five (5) years to become vested, with 25 years retirement at any age. For more information contact TMRS at http://www.tmrs.org

Other Benefits:
	Vacation
		All full-time employees accrue a minimum of 8 hours per month, based on longevity.
	Sick Leave
		All full-time employees accrue 8 hours per month.
	Holidays
		Employees receive 9 paid holidays and 1 personal or "floating" day per year.

City of Glenn Heights, Texas
1938 S. Hampton
Glenn Heights, Texas 75154
voice 972-223-1690 Ext. 207 ~ fax 972-230-5560

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