If you are eligible for placement with the commonwealth—as explained in your furlough letter—you are strongly encouraged to pursue such options and return all provided forms as quickly as possible. Contact your agency’s human resource office if you have questions, concerns or need copies of forms.
Commonwealth Workforce Development System (CWDS)
If you are interested in finding a job, improving job skills or are seeking vocational rehabilitation services, CWDS enables you to search for openings, create a résumé, apply for jobs online, research career information or request other services. Visit www.cwds.state.pa.us.
Civil Service Positions
If you are interested being considered for a civil service position, you will need to complete an application and possibly take a test to demonstrate your qualifications. Information on how to apply and testing requirements is at www.scsc.state.pa.us.
Non-Civil Service Positions
If you are interested in a non-civil service commonwealth position, you can apply online at www.employment.pa.gov. Most people say it takes about 40 minutes to use the site to apply for non-civil service opportunities. To prepare, make sure you have some basic information about yourself—such as details about your educational and work history—and an active e-mail address.
