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 careers? 

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 October. 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!  

These are not standard career fairs, but a general informational tabling sessions about the civil service process. Bring your resume! Computers will be available for all who wish to apply along with any assistance needed.  

Upcoming Information Sessions:  

19th District Police Advisory Council Fish Fry (with Hiring Bus) 

  • October 4 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 
  • 6059 Haverford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151 

Department of Aviation Career Open House (with the Hiring Bus) 

  • October 5 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  
  • 4780 Island Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19113 

City Careers Information Session at Widener Library 

  • October 8 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
  • 2808 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 9121 

City Careers Information Session at Lillian Marrero Library 

  • October 10 
  • 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
  • 601 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134 

Wingohocking Neighbors’ Day (with Hiring Bus)

  • October 12 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 1500 – 1700 West Wingohocking Street 

City Careers Information Session at the Kensington Library 

  • October 15 
  • 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
  • 104 West Dauphin Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133 

Urban Sports Rescue Inc High School Open House (with Hiring Bus)

  • October 16 
  • 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 
  • Belfield Recreation Center, 2109 W. Chew Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19138 

PECO Career Fair  

  • October 17 
  • 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 
  • The Armory, 22 South 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 

Congreso Career Fair   (with Hiring Bus)

  • October 18 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
  • 216 West Somerset Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133 

Philadelphia Water Department Southeast Water Pollution Control Plant Open House and Career Fair (with Hiring Bus)

  • October 19 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
  • 25 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19148 

Fall Festival at McPherson Square 

  • October 19 
  • 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 
  • 601 East Indiana Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134   

Peace not Guns Community Event with Council President Kenyatta Johnson

  • October 19 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 
  • 5801 Kingsessing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143

City Careers Information Session at the Cecil B. Moore Library 

  • October 22 
  • 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
  • 2320 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19121 

CareerLink Philadelphia  

  • October 23 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
  • 4261 North Fifth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140 

City Careers Information Session at the McPherson Square Library 

  • October 24 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
  • 601 E. Indiana Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134 

City Careers Information Session at the Richmond Library 

  • October 24 
  • 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 2987 Almond Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 

West Oak Lane Charter School 

  • October 25 
  • 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 
  • 7115 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138 

Nicetown CDC Mini Giveaway Event (with Hiring Bus) 

  • October 26 
  • 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  
  • 4300 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19140 

Temple Lenfest Community Fall 2024 Career Fair (with Hiring Bus)

  • October 29 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  
  • 1755 North Montgomery Avenue, room 200, Philadelphia, PA 19122 

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Learn more about working for the City of Philadelphia and apply today!