Employment Process & Onboarding
Parlier Unified School District is committed to a transparent and efficient hiring process. Below is an overview of the steps from application through onboarding for selected candidates.
🔹 1. Application Process
How to Apply
All applicants must apply online through EdJoin. Each job posting outlines the required qualifications, documents, and deadlines.
Applicants should be prepared to submit:
- Completed online application
- Resume
- Cover letter (if required)
- Letters of recommendation
- Transcripts
- Credentials (for certificated positions)
- Any additional required documents listed on the job posting
👉 Only complete applications submitted by the deadline will be considered.
🔹 2. Screening & Selection Process
Candidate Review & Interviews
Applications are reviewed to ensure minimum qualifications are met. Qualified candidates may be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include:
- Panel interviews
- Job-related assessments
- Reference checks
Candidates selected to move forward will be contacted directly.
🔹 3. Conditional Offer of Employment
Next Steps After Selection
Candidates recommended for hire will receive a conditional offer of employment, pending completion of all pre-employment requirements.
Employment is not finalized until all clearances and required documentation are completed.
🔹 4. Pre-Employment Requirements
Required Clearances & Documentation
All selected candidates must complete the following prior to their start date:
- Fingerprint clearance (DOJ/FBI)
- TB clearance
- Mandated Reporter Training (AB 1432)
- Credential verification (if applicable)
- Verification of eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Submission of all required employment forms
Additional requirements may apply depending on the position.
🔹 5. New Hire Onboarding
Welcome to Parlier Unified
New employees will receive onboarding instructions, including required forms, timelines, and orientation information.
Onboarding may include:
- Completion of payroll and HR documents through Frontline Central
- Completion of required trainings, including Mandated Reporter training, through Keenan SafeSchools
- Benefits enrollment (if eligible)
- Review of district policies and procedures
- Technology and system access setup
- Orientation to district expectations and resources
🔹 6. New Hire Checklist
Before Your First Day
To ensure a smooth start, new hires should complete the following:
- Accept employment offer
- Complete fingerprinting and TB clearance
- Submit all required documents and forms
- Complete Mandated Reporter training
- Provide transcripts/credentials (if required)
- Set up direct deposit and payroll forms
- Attend scheduled onboarding or orientation sessions