Employment with the City
The Personnel Department supports the human resource needs of all City departments and serves to recruit and develop a competent work force, manage personnel and training functions, and administer City employee health and benefits programs. The Department also represents the City in labor negotiations, coordinates ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) functions, and manages employee records.
Employment Resources
- Adecco Employment Services
- Clark County Combined Health District
- Clark County Department of Job & Family Services
- Developmental Disabilities of Clark County Open Positions
- Express Employment Professionals
- First Diversity Management Group
- Labor Ready Incorporated
- Springfield Jobs at Jobs.net
- Staffmark
Employment Applications
- General Employment Application
- Fire Fighter / Paramedic Application
- Police Officer Application_2016 (Not Accepting Applications at this Time)
Frequently Asked
What type of positions are available with the City? - The City provides employment opportunities in a number of diverse occupational areas. The City regularly recruits for positions within the Police, Fire Rescue, Finance, Service, and Community Development Departments. The City Personnel Department also publicizes employment opportunities with the National Trail Parks and Recreation District.
Where and how can I apply for a City job? - Applications for City positions are accepted in the Personnel Department located on the third floor of City Hall. Applications are accepted only for two to three weeks at a time and are only accepted for currently posted positions. Job postings are available in the Personnel Department and are circulated to various local public agencies and educational institutions. Vacancies are also advertised in the Sunday edition of the Springfield News-Sun.
What is the civil service system and how does it apply to City employment? - Approximately 80% of City positions are classified as civil service positions. This means that individuals are hired only by passing job-related employment exams and, following a competitive process, a selection is made from among the eligible candidates that have passed the exam. Separate exams are given for each job classification. The City conducts exams for approximately 30 to 40 classifications per year.
Open Positions
Firefighter/Paramedic - The Springfield Civil Service Commission announces an OPEN-COMPETITIVE examination for the position of FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC with the City of Springfield.
Closed Positions
Communications Operator (911 Dispatcher) - OPEN-COMPETITIVE examination for the CLASSIFIED position of COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR (911 Dispatcher).
Motor Equipment Operator I - The Springfield Civil Service Commission announces an Open-Competitive examination for the CLASSIFIED position of MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I. The current vacancy exists in the Street Maintenance Division. Submit original applications with resumes, no faxed or emailed documents are accepted.
Utility Worker - The Springfield Civil Service Commission announces an OPEN-COMPETITIVE examination for the classified position of UTILITY WORKER. Submit original applications with resumes, no faxed or emailed documents are accepted.
Ms. Natalie Payton
Personnel Analyst
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- Office: (937) 324-7318
- Fax: (937) 328-3919
- 76 E High Street, 3rd Floor