Start your career with the City!

Have you ever thought about working for the City of Philadelphia but don’t know where to begin, thought you had to know someone to be considered, or just didn’t think you would qualify? 

Join the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Human Resources (OHR) for an upcoming civil service career information session to learn more about civil service careers, how the process works, what positions are available and apply on-site!

What are civil service jobs?

In Philadelphia, civil service positions cover various roles within the city’s government, ranging from administration to law enforcement and beyond.  These positions are based on merit and offer stability, competitive pay, generous benefits and retirement plans. They also allow individuals to directly contribute to the betterment of the city. 

OHR is partnering with the Free Library of Philadelphia and other local organizations to host civil service career information sessions at a wide variety of events throughout the month of May. These sessions provide insights into civil service positions, the application process, and career paths within local government. Whether you are a recent graduate, a professional seeking a change, or someone passionate about serving the community, these sessions are a valuable space to get more information and make connections! 

Bring your resume! Computers will be available for all who wish to apply for jobs along with any assistance needed. 

Upcoming Information Sessions: 

Mayor’s Town Hall

  • Thursday, May 2
  • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • XYE Community Center 1614 S. 26th Street, 19145
  • Learn more!

Spring Garden Fest

  • Saturday May 4
  • 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Drexel University Dornsife Center, 3509 Spring Garden St, 19104
  • Learn more!

PHA Job Fair

  • Tuesday, May 7
  • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Lucien Blackwell Community Center, 761 N 47th Street, 19139

Mayor’s Town Hall

  • Tuesday, May 7
  • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Rock Ministries 2755 Kensington Avenue, 19134
  • Learn more!

Mayor’s Town Hall

  • Thursday, May 9
  • 6:00: PM – 8:00 PM
  • Pinn Memorial Baptist Church 2251 N. 54th Street, 19131
  • Learn more!

City Jobs Information Session at Widener Library

  • Tuesday, May 14
  • 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • 2808 W. Lehigh Avenue, 19121

Tacony Library Job Fair

  •  Tuesday, May 14
  • 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
  • 6742 Torresdale Ave,  19135

West Philly Job Fair

  • Thursday, May 16
  • 2:00 PM 6:00 PM
  • 24 S. 52nd St. 19139

City Jobs Information Session at Lillian Marrero Library

  • Thursday, May 16
  • 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • 601 W. Lehigh Ave. 19134

City Jobs Information Session at Nicetown-Tioga Library

  •  Thursday, May 16
  • 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Nicetown Tioga 3720 N. Broad Street, 19140

5th Annual Diversity Law Enforcement Job Fair

  • Saturday, May 18
  • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Temple University, Aramark STAR Complex 1816 N 15th Street, 19121

City Jobs Information Session at the Kensington Library

  • Tuesday, May 21
  • 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • 104 W. Dauphin Street, 19133

Mayor’s Town Hall

  • Tuesday, May 21
  • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Christy Recreation Center 728 S. 55th Street, 19143
  • Learn more!

Tioga United Job Fair

  • Thursday, May 23
  • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Tioga United, 1539 W Venago Street, 19140

City Jobs Information Session at the Cecil B. Moore Library

  • Tuesday, May 28
  • 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • 2320 Cecil B. Moore Ave. 19121

City Jobs Information Session at the Ramonita Rodriguez Library

  • Tuesday, May 28
  • 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Tuesday
  • 600 W. Girard Ave, 19122

Mayor’s Town Hall

  • Wednesday, May 29
  • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Belfield Recreation Center 2109 W. Chew Ave, 19138
  • Learn more!

City Jobs Information Session at the McPherson Square Library

  • Thursday, May 30
  • 10:00 AM 12:00 PM
  • 601 E. Indiana Ave, 19134

City Jobs Information Session at the Richmond Library

  • Thursday, May 30
  • 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • 987 Almond Street. 19134

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