Application Process
Standard application forms and resumes are required to apply for all positions at the City of Lake Stevens. Additionally, specific supplemental information is generally required and must be submitted along with the standard application form. Each job announcement has its own application packet which will include the job announcement, the standard application form, job description, any applicable required supplements, and forms to begin the background check process if you’re selected to go on in the process.  Please visit our Job Opportunities webpage to obtain these documents.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Lake Stevens values a diverse workforce. It is the policy of the City to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation or disability.

Reasonable Accommodation
If requested, the City of Lake Stevens will provide reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities during the selection process or to perform the work once hired. Please notify the Human Resources Department at (425) 377-3227 of the accommodation needed, preferable at the time of application, but at least ten (10) days prior to the date needed. Requests should be done by letter or other appropriate format.

Pre-Employment & Background Checks
Job offers for employment for certain physically demanding positions will be conditioned on satisfactory results of a post-offer medical examination or inquiry. Background checks are conducted on all applicants who are selected to continue in the post-offer process.

Notification of Selection Process
Once a position has closed, all applicants will be notified in writing within 30 days if they are or are not invited to continue in the selection process. If you have not received notification of your status, please contact Human Resources at (425) 377-3227.

1986 Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act
All employers are required to verify and document the citizenship or employment authorization status of all new employees. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of US Citizenship, permanent resident status or employment authorization, and proof of identity. The law prohibits the hiring and/or continued employment of unauthorized aliens.