Frequently Asked Questions

All job openings are posted on the city website under employment.  Online applications are accepted by simply clicking the “Apply” button that is located in the top right corner of each vacancy announcement.  An applicant will then need to create or log into their Government Jobs account to submit their application.

The City of El Monte hires on a contingent basis. Whenever a position is vacant, we will accept applications for that position. If you are interested in a position that is not vacant at present, you may submit a job interest card online. We keep all Job Interest Card information for up to 12 months. If we recruit for the position listed on your Job Interest Card, we will notify you and let you know the deadline for submission of a City of El Monte Employment Application.

Please note that the employment verification will require a signed waiver from the employee.  The employment verification form can be emailed to finance@elmonteca.gov.  The verification will typically take up to a maximum of ten (10) days for return.

To verify employment in writing, please contact the City of El Monte Finance Department  at:

City Hall East

ATTN:  Finance Department – Payroll 

11333 Valley Boulevard
El Monte, CA 91731-3293

To learn more, view Typing Certificates (PDF).

For more information related minimum wage and the State of California, please visit State of California Department of Industrial Relations at https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/faq_minimumwage.htm.