Human Resources

It is the mission of Human Resources to provide comprehensive benefit management, recruitment, retention, and development programs, as well as effective risk management. While most Town Departments exist to provide services to our citizens, as a member of the Administration Department, Human Resources provides support to the Town’s employees, its most valuable resource.

What is Human Resources?

Human Resources is responsible for the administration of the recruitment and selection process, the classification and compensation system, employee benefit programs, employee relations, personnel policy administration, employee training, and maintenance of employee records. Human Resources is also responsible for risk management, Workers’ Compensation, and the employee safety and drug-free workplace programs.

Employment with the Town of Selma

Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or disability.The Town is committed to providing a drug-free and safe workplace. Human Resources provides administrative support and training along with hands-on activities to address the on-going challenge of preventing injuries to Town employees.

The Town of Selma is proud to offer an excellent benefit package, which includes a full range of services to assist employees with personal as well as professional needs in addition to a competitive salary.

The Town of Selma employs approximately 100 employees in nine (9) departments. All employment opportunities are posted on the Town’s website and on the North Carolina Division of Employment Security Commission’s website (https://www.ncworks.gov).

The Town of Selma is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug-Free Employer.

Employment Opportunities

CURRENT VACANCIES:

Additionally, these vacancies are advertised via Social Media and other relevant advertising resources, depending on the position.

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR TOWN EMPLOYMENT, YOU MUST ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS AND COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS OF THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION. Submit your completed application via e-mail to lblanton@selma-nc.com or deliver in person to the address below…

Town Hall
114 N. Raiford Street
Selma, NC 27576

You can also complete a printed application at Town Hall and submit after completion.

Contact Human Resources

Leigh Ann Blanton

Human Resources Director
114 N. Raiford Street
Selma, NC 27576

919-965-9841 ext.1005
Fax: 919-965-4637

lblanton@selma-nc.com

Jacqui Smith, Human Resources Administrative Assistant
114 N. Raiford Street
Selma, NC 27576

919-965-9841, ext. 1004
Fax: 919-965-4637
jsmith@selma-nc.com

Employment Application Process FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for a position?

Submit a completed and signed Town of Selma employment application on or before the closing date, listed for each position.
Note that a separate application is required for each position for which you are applying, and copies are accepted.
To ensure your application submission is valid:
- Please only apply for positions for which you meet the minimum requirements. (Minimum requirements may be met through an equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills needed to perform the job.)
- Please fill in all information that is listed on the application, as this will be used to determine your qualifications for employment
- Please write the letters “NA” for Not Applicable, when something doesn’t apply to you or there is no information to be given
- Please remember to sign and date your application

The employment application and supplement is strictly confidential and the exclusive property of the Town of Selma, North Carolina.

Where can I get an application?

Online

Employment Application »

Employment Application Work History Continuation Page »

In Person

Town Hall
114 N. Raiford Street
Selma, NC 27576

How do I submit my completed and signed application?

Email (rsommer@selma-nc.com)
Fax (919-965-4637 – ATTN: Human Resources Director)
Hand delivery or Mail to 114. N Raiford Street Selma, NC 27576

What happens once I submit my application for employment?

Applications for permanent and temporary positions are forwarded to the hiring department head when the closing date for the position passes.
Any applications that are received after the closing date or do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be forwarded to the hiring department head.
Valid applications are reviewed by the hiring department head and the best qualified applicants are selected for interviews.

How will I know if I am selected for an interview?

Applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted by the Human Resources Director.
Applicants may be called for a second interview.

What happens after the interview?

A final selection is made by the hiring department.
The final candidate must submit to a:
- Criminal background investigation (upon conditional offer);
- Credit check (if required for the position);
- Controlled substance test;
- Pre-employment Physical; and
- Driver’s license history check (if required for the position).
All of the above testing must be completed prior to the selected applicant beginning employment.

What happens to my application if I am not selected for the position?

Applications for permanent and temporary employment are maintained by the Human Resources Department in accordance with the Municipal Records Retention and Disposition Schedule, Standard 12 – Personnel Records, Item # 30 (page 108).
Applications will not be returned and cannot be reactivated for other positions.

How long does the process take?

The average time for this process is approximately four weeks for full-time employees and two weeks for part-time employees; depending on the position.

What is the protocol if I have questions about the status of my application?

Call the Human Resources Department at 919-965-9841, Ext. 1005.
Please provide the Position Title when calling.

The Town of Selma is an EEO/M-F/AA/ADA/Drug-Free Employer

As we strive to maintain a diverse workforce, the Town of Selma encourages all qualified persons to apply without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, religious affiliation, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. The Town of Selma is an EEO/M-F/AA/ADA/Drug-Free Employer.

As required by law, the Town of Selma participates with E-Verify to determine legal employment eligibility status.

E-Verify Organization Participates in E-Verify Poster

E-Verify Poster English

E-Verify Poster Spanish

Personnel Policy

The purpose of the Town’s Personnel Policy is to establish a personnel system which will aid in the recruitment, selection, development, and maintenance of an effective and responsible work force. This Policy is established under the authority of Chapter 160A, Part 4, of the General Statutes of North Carolina.

The Town retains the right, in its sole discretion and at any time, to change, modify, suspend, interpret differently, or cancel, in whole or in part, any of its published or unpublished personnel policies or procedures even though not previously communicated to employees or reprinted or inserted in the Personnel Manual, provided that notice of any such change to the published personnel policies or procedures is posted in a place accessible to the employees prior to the effective date thereof.