How to Apply for a Merit System Job
There are fifteen executive branch departments within Missouri State Government and one administrative office. Five departments, the Office of Administration and organizations within 3 additional departments are under the Merit System application process. The Merit System is administered by the Office of Administration, Division of Personnel.
To be considered for employment by a Merit System Department , your name must be on a register established for each job classification. The first step in getting your name on the register is to complete and submit an Application for Employment.
When you apply for a job with a Merit System agency, it is important that you:
- Visit the "State of Missouri Job Opportunites " page to view the list of job classes for which the Division of Personnel is currently accepting on-line or paper applications.
- Select the job classification for which you are interested.
- Review the Job Opportunity Announcement(s) carefully, including the minimum qualifications, the exam components, and closing dates, if applicable.
- Follow the appropriate application process for the job class for which you are applying (i.e., "On-Line Application" or "Paper Application").
Please have access to important information as you complete the application.
You may access information regarding job opportunities within non-Merit agencies at the following link:
