FAQs

Do I have to live in Plainsboro Township in order to apply for a job?: No, positions are open to both residents and non-residents of Plainsboro. However, recent legislation requires that new hires must either reside in New Jersey or move to New Jersey within 1 year of appointment.

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Human Resources

1. If I already applied previously, do I need to submit a new application each time a position is offered?: Yes. All recruitment materials including applications are kept together in a file for 3 years in accordance with retention policies. When a new position opens, a new file is established. Additionally, there may have been changes to your personal information or work history, salary, education, etc. that should be updated. Therefore we require a new application for each opening.

2. I applied for a job several weeks ago and I still haven't heard anything. What's going on?: The timing of hiring can be impacted by several factors including the number of positions being recruited at any given time, the volume of applications received, the workload of the department, or other unforeseen reasons.

3. Does the Human Resources office have listings of job openings with private employers in the Plainsboro area?: No, only Township positions are listed.

4. Where can I get an application?: You can download and print an application from the Employment Opportunities page on the website, pick one up in the Human Resources office, or call/email to have one mailed or emailed to you. You can learn more through the Human Resources page.

5. Do I have to live in Plainsboro Township in order to apply for a job?: No, positions are open to both residents and non-residents of Plainsboro. However, recent legislation requires that new hires must either reside in New Jersey or move to New Jersey within 1 year of appointment.