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. 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.  Computers will be available for all who wish to apply along with any assistance needed.  

Upcoming Information Sessions: 

9th District: Budget Town Hall Meeting 

  • April 3 
  • 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 
  • St Athanasius School, 7105 Limekiln Pike, Philadelphia, PA 19138 

Councilmember Thomas Job Fair* with Hiring Bus! 

  • April 5 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
  • 1001 E Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19138 

2nd District: Housing Town Hall Meeting 

  • April 7 
  • 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 
  • Ezekiel Baptist Church, 5701 Grays Ave #39, Philadelphia, PA 19143 

Community College of Philadelphia Spring Job Fair * with Hiring Bus 

  • April 8 
  • 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 1700 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 

City Careers Information Session at Lillian Marrero Library 

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

City Careers Information Session at the Nicetown Tioga Library 

  • April 10 
  • 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 3720 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140 

Philadelphia Parks and Recs Job Fair* with Hiring Bus 

  • April 12 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
  • Joseph E. Mander Playground, 2140 N 33rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19121

Oshun Family Center Community Baby Shower * with Hiring Bus

  • April 12 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
  • 1331 E Wyoming Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124

Veterans’ Career Info – Session 

  • April 15 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
  • Corporal Micheal J. Crescent VAMC, 3900 Woodland Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19104 

Tacony Job Fair 

  • April 15 
  • 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. 
  • 6742 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19135 

City Careers Information Session at the Kensington Library 

  • April 17 
  • 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
  • 104 West Dauphin Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133 

City Careers Information Session at the Cecil B. Moore Library 

  • April 17 
  • 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
  • 2320 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19121 

CANCELLED: Law Enforcement Job Fair 

  • April 19 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
  • Temple University Aramark Student Training and Recreation (STAR) Complex, 1816 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 

Free Library McPherson Library Teen Job Fair 

  • April 22 
  • 3:00 – 5:30 p.m. 
  • 601 E Indiana Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134 

Council President Kenyatta Johnson Job Fair 

  • April 25 
  • 10:00 a.m.  – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 2600 Morris St, Philadelphia, PA 19145 

Healthy Kids Day 

  • April 26 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
  • Columbia North YMCA, 1400 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 

Reentry Job Fair 

  • April 30 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
  • Temple University’s Howard Gittis Student Center, 1755 North 13th Street, Room 200, Philadelphia, PA 

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Learn more about working for the City of Philadelphia!