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Overview
Online Employment Application System
Overview | Online Employment Application | Applicant Instructions
 How do I find out what positions are available at Ocean County College?
Open positions are continually posted on the Ocean County College 's employment website https://career.ocean.edu. This site is available 24x7 from any computer with internet access. Go to https://career.ocean.edu to review open positions.
How do I apply for a job?
Complete the online application at https://career.ocean.edu. As part of that process you will be asked to create a username and password, which you will use to login and check the status of your application in the future. You may access your application at any time, attach additional electronic materials, and update your information prior to final submittal for a position. You can also check the status of your application.
Can I apply for more than one position?
Yes, once you have created and saved an online application you may apply for any position
that interests you and that you believe you are qualified for.
How long can I use my online application?
Applications are kept on file for two years from the original date of submission. You will receive an email alert when your application approaches the two-year expiration date.
If at the end of the two year period you decide not to update your information, your application will be deleted from the system. A new application will then need to be completed to apply for any future openings.
Can I apply directly to the hiring department?
No. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered.
How will I know if the position has been filled?
You may login to the online application employment system at anytime to check the status of your application. Additionally, you will receive email alerts informing you of decisions made by the hiring manager and screening committee.
Can I attach documents to my application?
Yes, any materials (i.e., cover letter, resume, transcripts, reference letters, etc.) that are being submitted as part of the application, must be in MS Word electronic format. If you do not attached the required documents, your application will be considered “incomplete”. Incomplete applications will not be considered for employment consideration.
What if I don't have access to a computer?
There are computers available in the OCC Library for use.
Where do I begin?
To begin the application process, please select a user name and password that you will easily remember. You should write down your user name and password. You will need it to apply for other positions or check the status of your application the next time you visit the site.
What information will I be asked to provide?
You will be asked to provide personal information such as name, address, phone number, etc. You will also be asked to provide information about your education and previous employment, as well as contact information regarding your employment history and references. Please gather this information before beginning the application.
What if I have already created an application?
If you have already created an application with this online employment system, and wish to update your information, please click on the “click here” link below to login with the user name and password that you used when you created your application.
What if I am not ready to fill out the application at this time?
If you do not want to complete the application at this time, please click “CANCEL” at the bottom of the page.
Do I have to fill out an application?
Everyone who applies for a position is required to create an application which includes certain information. Any required information is denoted with an asterisk (*). However, the more information you provide, the easier it will be to effectively evaluate your skills, abilities and qualifications.
What if I want to submit a resume?
You will be able to submit a resume each time you apply for a position. There will be directions prompting you how and when to attach your resume. Please note that attaching a resume does not substitute for completing the application form.
How do I save my application?
You must click SAVE AND CONTINUE TO NEXT or SAVE AND STAY ON THIS PAGE to save the information you have entered. If you close your browser prior to clicking SAVE AND CONTINUE TO NEXT or SAVE AND STAY ON THIS PAGE your application and account will be saved, but you will lose the information on the last page that was not saved.
Can I copy selected information from another electronic document?
Yes. You can copy and paste the information from a word document directly into the appropriate fields in the application form.
Will applicants be able to view job opportunities on the web as they do today?
Yes, there is an item on the menu bar that says “search postings”. By clicking on this item the list of open positions will appear.
Who controls what appears on the “open positions” list?
HR will be responsible for the content of the positions listed and will control the list of positions by entering opening and closing dates to the system. They system will automatically open a position on the date entered (could be in the future) and will close it at 12:00 midnight on the date specified. Once closed, no further applications will be accepted for that job. HR can reopen the job at a future date if it is necessary.
How will applicants submit an application if they want to be considered for a position?
Applicants will click on an item on the menu called “create application.” They will then be taken to a screen describing the process and how to proceed.
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