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1. What is the hiring process?

All applications must be completed in their entirety and minimum requirements must be met. The applications that pass this screening are passed on to the Department Head or Supervisor of the Department with the open position. The Department will arrange interviews with the most qualified candidates.

After the most qualified applicants are interviewed, they may be asked to fill out a release so that a background check, drug screen and physical can be performed. After these screenings, a job offer may be made to the applicant that best fits the needs of the Village.

2. Where do I apply for employment?

Applications are accepted online for current open positions only. The online application must be completed in its entirety, and all applicants must meet the minimum requirements for the position they are applying for. Start the process by completing an application online.

3. Do you offer student loan forgiveness?

Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the Village of Wellington. Learn more about this valuable program.

4. Will I be told why I did not get the position?

Generally, the Village interviews a number of candidates for an opening. Candidates with the best overall match of attributes, such as work experience and skills, will be chosen.

5. What benefits are offered to employees?

The Village of Wellington provides a comprehensive compensation package for full time employees, such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long & Short Term disability, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Florida Retirement System
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Major Illness Leave
• Paid Military Leave
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family Medical Leave
• Student Loan Forgiveness

For a complete list of benefits for each position type please contact a member of Human Resources at 561-791-4000

6. How do I claim Veteran's Preference?

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, fill out that section of the online application.

7. What is the pay for the position?

The Village has a Pay Grade Chart. It can be viewed online to see what the pay grade is for the position you are applying for. All new hires generally start at the minimum pay of the pay grade for their position.

8. How long do I need to wait to hear from someone?

Sometimes the Village receives many applications, and it can take a few weeks from the time you applied to get a response or phone call. We understand people are anxious to hear back, and therefore, we do our best to review the applications as quickly as possible.

9. How do I get notified if I have been chosen or not?

If your application is reviewed and meets our minimum criteria, you may receive a phone call to set up an interview. Should your application be declined, we will notify you via email at the address you provided to us in your online application.