ABC Hiring Rule for Excellence

The City of Black Hawk hires candidates under our ABC Hiring Rule for Excellence – Ability, Background, and Character, in addition to being an equal opportunity employer as required by law. We designed our hiring policy to ensure we select the best candidates for our team. Our commitment to this policy means we focus on finding individuals with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to excel in their roles.

We believe that a candidate's ability is a key indicator of their potential success in our City, and we want to give qualified candidates who are selected to interview an opportunity to showcase their skills.

We recognize the value of a candidate's background and experiences along with their ability. While everyone's background and experiences are unique, the City seeks to employ those with relevant experience whenever possible. Also, in the context of the hiring process, a background check may be necessary to ensure that candidates are qualified, suitable, and possess the requisite judgment for the position to reduce the risk of potential legal, financial, or reputational harm to the City.

Finally, we firmly believe a candidate's character plays a crucial role in aligning with the City's culture. We seek individuals who share our values of integrity, respect, teamwork, and excellence. These values include a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to continuous learning and growth.

By adhering to our ABC Hiring Rule for Excellence, the City of Black Hawk is able to hire and retain the best candidate for each job. If you are fortunate enough to be offered a position with the City of Black Hawk, it is because of your competency – your Ability, Background, and Character!