Once HR cleared me as a "valid candidate" my hiring manager asked me for start date. I provided start date last week on Thursday!Formally accept the job. Directly state that you agree to the terms of the position at the beginning of your email. I have recently accepted a final offer from one of CA state agencies and am to start sometime in the next few weeks. Mention following things in your mail: Sample Reply: Thank you so much for offering me the job. This handbook details the people, planning and tools required throughout the hiring process. The others in the cc are being cc-ed because they are involved in the hiring process and need to know what you decide for their work. Convention and Cultural Services. Finance. Non-State Employee Employment Information.