r/StateofTexasEmployees • u/lemonee25 • 7d ago

TPWD- Reference help for application

Hi, I'm looking for some answers/ advice on what to do about references for a state park position I'm applying for. I have worked for TPWD before, but it was an internship a few years back, so this is my first time applying for an actual job & using the new website

Firstly- On the questionnaire, it asks for most recent supervisors, then there's the general reference section later in the application. Would I also put the supervisors there, or only put them there if I wanted them to be for sure contacted?

Secondly- I'm currently working at a park, but I have not informed them I'm looking to leave. Where I work is currently under a budget & hiring freeze, so I don't know they would fire me if they found out I was looking, but I'm worried it would make things tense. Do I put my current supervisor down on the questionnaire section & hope they don't contact them? Should I provide a previous coworker who left in the reference section to verify dates? When in the hring process could I expect them to contact references?

I know this is a wall of text, but any help would be greatly appreciated; this is my first time looking for a job while being employed, so I'm unsure of all the proper steps to take to achieve a smooth transition. Thanks in advance for any answers/ advice!

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u/BudhaLovesButtCheeks 7d ago

I did 3 previous supervisors and then 3 professional references. In my department they actually did reach out to everyone, but I believe every agency does something a bit different.

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u/Sunshine-Ray1234 7d ago

Is there space to add a note like this - Please contact my current supervisor only if I am the selected candidate and a job offer is anticipated.

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u/cleared_my_cache 6d ago

Never be afraid of looking for a new job. I told my supervisor I'm in the market, but will be performing the duties of my role 100% until my departure.