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 November. 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 general informational tabling sessions about civil service careers and the hiring process. Bring your resume! Computers will be available for all who wish to apply along with any assistance needed.  

Upcoming Information Sessions:  

Hiring Event with Level Up SouthWest (with Hiring Bus) 

  • November 2 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School, 7101 Paschall Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142 

Philadelphia CareerLink Job Fair  

  • November 6 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.  
  • 4261 N. 5th St. Philadelphia, PA 19140 

Pennsylvania Conference for Women 

  • November 7 
  • 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  
  • 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 

Community College of Philadelphia Job Fair (with Hiring Bus) 

  • November 7 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  
  • 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 

City Careers Information Session at Widener Library 

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

JPP City of Philadelphia Hiring Event 

  • November 12 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  
  • 2500 Jackson St. Philadelphia, PA 19145 

Beyond Literacy Hiring Event 

  • November 13 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.  
  • 106 W Clearfield Street Philadelphia, PA 19133 

Southwest Philly Community Job Fair 

  • November 14 
  • 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.  
  • Police Athletic League Southwest PAL Center
    5900 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 

City Careers Information Session at Lillian Marrero Library 

  • November 14 
  • 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
  • 601 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134 

Botanical Garden of Healing Hiring Event (with Hiring Bus) 

  • November 16 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 5100 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 

Mount Airy Community Job Fair 

  • November 19 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
  • 1623 Wadsworth Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19150 

CTE Class of 2025 Senior Success Seminar 

  • November 19 
  • 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 
  • Howard Gittis Student Center, 1755 N 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 

City Careers Information Session at the Kensington Library 

  • November 19 
  • 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
  • 104 West Dauphin Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133 

Philadelphia CareerLink Job Fair  

  • November 20 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  
  • 4261 N. 5th St. Philadelphia, PA 19140 

City Careers Information Session at the Cecil B. Moore Library 

  • November 26 
  • 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
  • 2320 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19121 

City Careers Information Session at the McPherson Square Library 

  • November 28 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
  • 601 E. Indiana Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134 

City Careers Information Session at the Richmond Library 

  • November 28 
  • 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 2987 Almond Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 

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