Merit System Posting Guide

Pre-posting checklist	Ideal Timeline (Exceptions OK - please call)
Position has been submitted to Merit System for Proper Allocation (New Positions Only)	One day prior to posting for “routine” positions. Longer if the classification is in question
Contact Merit System to determine posting/exam process	One day prior to posting
Determine open and close dates	Consistent with county policy - MMS advises NOT TO close on a weekend or holiday
Determine appropriate online exam date	Online exam "test by " date should be at least 3 business days after the closing date (not to occur on a weekend or holiday)
Complete the requisition in NeoGov. Attach to the requisition the following, as applicable: a) posting template b) position description with the MMS classification allocation noted, c) county advertisement or job posting, and d) other documents related to the posting process.	Preferably two days before publishing date.
Posting directs candidates to apply at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mnmeritsystem

Merit System information needed to post position

Class title / working title
Part-time / full-time status
Hourly and monthly salary
Online exam "must test by" date that notifies applicants of the date by which they will need to test in order to be considered.
Special requirements by county for applying, i.e. county application, resume or letter of interest in addition to Merit System online application, contact information for questions, etc.