I am thrilled to accept the offer and am excited to join the team. Clearly address the start date for the candidate as well as the orientation date in the job offer letter.An acceptance letter confirms you are taking the job and shows your appreciation for the offer. The short answer is yes, you can decline the offer. I suspect that the offer letter says that when you become employed, you would be an employee at will. Anyone who works for the City of SD able to give me some insight on this application email? I am delighted to accept the offer and am excited about the opportunity to join your esteemed team. SIGN your offer letter and job description via DocuSign. Complete a 500 yard run. NOTES: Test information will be given to candidates prior to their scheduled test date.