Job Application Guide

Steps to Search and Apply for an MCG Job

1. Search for a job 

   Visit the Montgomery County Government Careers jobs board on GovernmentJobs to view all open jobs. To search for specific jobs, follow the steps listed in the Find Jobs section of the Online Employment Application Guide.

2. Prepare your resume

   MCG requires applicants to complete an online application and upload a resume. Open the resume preparation tips web page for some helpful tips on how to prepare your resume for an MCG job. Paper applications and resumes are not accepted.

3. Create a GovernmentJobs account

   To apply for an MCG job, you must have a GovernmentJobs account. (This also applies to employees.) If you do not already have an account, then you must create one using the Create Account section of the Online Employment Application Guide before applying. 

4. Sign in and apply for a job

   Visit the Montgomery County Government Careers jobs board on GovernmentJobs and click the Sign In button (top right of screen). To apply for a job, follow the steps listed in the Apply for a Job section of the Online Employment Application Guide. Give yourself plenty of time as you will need to complete the online application, answer candidate qualification assessment questions, and upload your resume. 
   
   Current MCG employees: When you apply for an MCG job listed on Montgomery County Government Careers, you will need to enter your employee ID number and hire date. You can find this information in the My Information folder of Employee Self Service. (Your ID number is shown as your Assignment number, and your hire date as the earliest Assignment Start Date in the historical chart.)

5. Check your job application status

   Sign in to your GovernmentJobs account and follow the steps listed in the Check Application Status section of the Online Employment Application Guide.