If participation in an examination is considered impracticable based on the type and severity of the applicant's disability, then you may be eligible for a Supported Employment opportunity.
If eligible, applicants may apply during the application window for full-time opportunities through the Supported Employment program, which is a special hiring authority that allows for a waiver of the competitive examination process. Eligibility and documentation requirements, as well as the process for applying are outlined below. The application period for this program happens throughout the month of October.
All classified job opportunities, to include Supported Employment, can be found on the City Jobs webpage under City Jobs. A job listing on this page does not indicate a vacancy, but rather that the City is actively working to develop a list of qualified candidates for potential future vacancies.
Please contact us at supportedemployment@spokanecity.org for more information about these hiring paths and current eligibility requirements!
The Supported Employment Excepted Schedule is for individuals with disabilities seeking full-time work, who:
Persons who meet the above definition must provide the following required documents in order to apply through this hiring path:
Please note: Both documents must be issued from a licensed medical professional, a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist, or any agency that issues or provides disability benefits. We highly recommend that these documents be completed ahead of time to avoid delays during the application window.
Civil Service Commission
4th Floor, City Hall
808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Spokane, WA 99201
509.625.6160
supportedemployment@spokanecity.org