Personnel Administration Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)

What jobs are available?
For a listing of vacant positions you may call our job line at 305.895.9860.
Positions are also listed on the city’s website www.northmiami.gov Click on Personnel.

How do I apply for a position?
The city accepts applications for vacant positions only. You may come to the Personnel Administration office located in city hall at 776 NE 125 Street Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm to complete an application or you may download the application from the city’s website www.northmiamifl.gov complete it and return.

If I’m scheduled for a test and cannot make it are make-up tests given?
Usually we do not give make-up tests. If it is a test with multiple test dates and other dates are still available you may be rescheduled. You must request to be rescheduled.

Do you do criminal background checks? If I have a record am I ineligible to apply?
We do a background check prior to hiring. A decision to hire is made on an individual basis based on the position to be filled, the charge, and date of incidents.

I applied for a position and never received any notification.
You should receive an e-mail to inform you if you are eligible or ineligible for the position.

How long does it take to process my application?
It could take up to 6-8 weeks. Applications must be screened, tests must be given and scored and interviews must be completed prior to hiring.

Filling police positions may take more than 4 months.




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