Submitting Your Application

Your completed Application for Employment with Pennington County is our only source of information about you. Please read the following carefully.

If this is your first time you are submitting an application for employment with the County you will need to create an online profile to include your unique Username and Password. A valid email address is needed to complete your application. Once your online profile is established, you can update and change it as needed.

If you experience problems creating or accessing your applicant log in, check your web browser. The NeoGov system works best with Google Chrome or Internet Explorer. Issues have been reported when using Microsoft Edge, Safari and Firefox browsers.

APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLY WHEN A POSITION IS ANNOUNCED.
Applications are only accepted online using NeoGov, except in the case of ADA requirements.
Pennington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are using adaptive software or are unable to use the County website to submit your application due to a disability, please contact us at 605-721-6112. For ADA applications with the Sheriff's Office contact the SO hiring manager at 605-394-6113
Your application MUST be completed entirely and all questions must be answered. If a question does not apply indicate "N/A" for non-applicable.
Any skills, education, licenses, etc. REQUIRED for the position must be included with your application to ensure the minimum qualifications are met. If the position you are applying for requires a certificate, license (including a driver's license), proof of insurance, resume, etc., then these documents must be submitted with your application. The Human Resources Office will not make copies of documents you need to include with your application. You must provide a copy of all documents you need, or want, to submit with the application.
You may attach a resume or additional information with your application that supports your qualifications for the position.
Use your current mailing address. Include any apartment, trailer, box, or lot number, and city, state and zip code. If you are staying with someone and if your name is not listed at the post office as a resident at that address, include C/O (in care of) and name of person.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE): Pennington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, political beliefs, or disability. Pennington County buildings are accessible to disabled persons.

Hiring Process

When your application is received it is forwarded to the department hiring manager(s) for review and to determine if your qualifications match the position requirements. Some departments have testing procedures to assist in selecting the best candidates to interview. These tests can include typing, spelling and aptitude testing.

Throughout the application process you will be contacted by telephone or email regarding your status, including scheduling for testing and interviews. Please ensure the email and phone number listed on your application are up to date. Remember, you can update your information in the system at any time. If you have not been contacted with updates check your spam folder.

Applicants selected after participating in an interview will receive a conditional offer of employment pending a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen.