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Job Application -You must complete a detailed employment application even
if your resume and reference information is available. An application may be sent
to you for completion prior to your interview or you may be asked to arrive early
so you can complete it on site.
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Multiple Interviews - Interviewing at Paychex is a thorough process. It
is common for our candidates to have multiple interviews with one or more individuals.
Depending on the department, interviews can be accomplished in a group setting or
with one individual at a time.
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Behavioral-Based Questions - In addition to asking questions about your
work experiences and skills listed on your resume, you will be asked several behavioral-based
questions. Examples of such questions are as follows:
- Describe a situation when you saw room for improvement in a task you were required
to complete. What did you do? Did you present your idea?
- In your current or last position, give me an example of the steps you took to respond
to a specific customer complaint. How did the customer react? Was the customer satisfied?
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Pre-Employment Tests - Paychex administers a timed arithmetic-reasoning
test to all candidates. This test features mathematical equations, word problems,
and exercises in sequential thinking. It is only used as one piece of information
in our selection process. Also, depending on the position you are applying for,
Paychex may administer additional testing to evaluate your job skills.
Review our math tutorial* for further study on
basic business math skills.
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Background Checks, Drug Testing, and Reference Checks - Paychex maintains
a safe working environment for all of our employees and hires great people who support
this endeavor. All candidates who are offered a position with Paychex are subject
to:
- Pre-employment reference checks
- Post-offer drug testing and background checks
- A valid driver's license (for certain positions)
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Realistic Job Preview Program (offered for certain positions) - Job preview
programs allow you to gather more information about the position you are applying
for by shadowing an expert in that role. This first-hand observation provides you
with an opportunity to ask our employees questions to gain a better understanding
of whether or not the job fits your career path or interest.
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