Application Process
Steps to apply for a merit division:
- Request an official application from the Office of Administration, Division of Personnel, at 573-751-4162.
- File official application form with the Division of Personnel, Room 430 Truman Building, P.O. Box 388, Jefferson City, MO 65102. Telephone: 573-751-4162 TDD: 573-526-4488
- Take merit examination. The examination may be written or oral skill test, an evaluation of education and experience, or any combination of these types. (You will be notified of the date, time, place and type of examination.)
- After passing the examination, your name will be added to the merit register.
- As vacancies occur, you will be invited to appear for an interview if your examination rating places you among the highest on the register.
- Following interviews, selections are made from the top available applicants on the register.
Coming Soon: Apply online for DED non-merit positions
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Submit a cover letter and resume, specifying the job opening or your area(s) of interest, to the following address:
Department of Economic Development
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 1157
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: 573/751-3916
To Applicants With Disabilities: If you have difficulty with any phase of the employment process, please email DED HR or call (573) 751-3916. TTY/TDD user, please use the Relay Missouri Number: 1-800-735-2966. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs.
Request An Application
Online Form:
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By Mail or in person:
Department of Economic Development, Personnel
Harry S. Truman State Office Building
Room 680, P.O. Box 1157
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Policy Statement
The Missouri Department of Economic Development is firmly committed to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination in public service. The department treats its employees and applicants according to merit and other work related criteria, without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. When the department directly provides services to individuals, or provides for the dispensation of national origin, age disability, or veteran status in the selection of recipients, except as required by law.