FAQs
Human Resources
Does the Village of Royal Palm Beach drug test?
Yes, the Village is a Drug Free Workplace, and as such, we do pre-employment drug screening, post accident, post injury and reasonable suspicion drug testing.
How 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 going to www.royalpalmbeachfl.gov, navigate to Departments, Human Resources, and then click on the Employment Opportunities link. All applicants must register before using the online application system.
How do I claim Veteran's Preference?
If you are claiming Veteran’s Preference, fill out the Veteran’s Preference section on the online application and upload the required documents supporting your preference election.
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.
How do I register?
If you have never used the Royal Palm Beach online application system, navigate to Departments, Human Resources, and click on Employment Opportunities. Click on Apply Online in the right side menu and on the login screen enter an email address and password and then click on New User. The system will walk you through the rest of the process.
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.
How long is my application kept on file?
All applications become inactive once the position has been filled. If you would like to apply for another open position you will need to login and fill out the application for that position.
How will I know that my application was received and is being processed?
After an application has been completed online you will receive an e-mail indicating that your application has been received.
What is the hiring process?
All applications must be completed in their entirety and minimum requirements must be meet. 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.
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.
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.
