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1. Can I still submit a paper application?

No. The City of Brownsville has adopted an online based application system. This system is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through any computer with internet access.

2. Why do I have to create an account?

Creating an account makes it easier to apply for multiple positions and check the status of your application.

3. What if I don’t have an email?

You can create an email account by visiting your favorite search engine such as Google, Yahoo, Hotmail, etc. Your email will serve as your username and will be used to contact you regarding the status of a position you apply for.

4. How do I know if my application was received?

After you click “Submit Application” you will get a confirmation page. Once you see this message it means your applications was submitted and received.

5. Can I make changes to my online application?

You can edit your online job application at any time. However, once your online application is submitted, you can no longer make changes or add information to that particular application.

6. What if I am not ready to submit my online job application at this time?

You can log out any time and log back in and edit/review your application before submitting it. You will need to remember your email and password.

7. I can’t remember my password?

You can click on the “Forgot Your Password” button in the “Returning User” box and a new password will be sent to the email address provided when the account was created. You can login in the Returning User Box with your email and the new password. You can then change your password as desired.

8. I don’t have any previous employment. How should I answer these questions?

Answer them as best you can using past volunteer experience, etc., or fill in each blank with “N/A”

9. How do I find out the status of my application?

Log in to your account to see a list of positions you’ve applied for. (More information coming soon.)