Application forms are available in the Human Resources Department, 250 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA, 94301 or you can apply online by clicking on any of the job openings listed below. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of City applications.

The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Selection Process: Application screening will be part of the selection process. Based on the application screening, those candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to an oral interview, which may include a written exam and/or practical exam.

Open Until Filled: Positions listed as "Open Until Filled" may close without notice.

Persons with disabilities who require special accommodations may contact the Human Resources Department at 650-329-2376.



OPEN RECRUITMENTS:
Job opportunities are open to the general public and internal candidates. Positions in this classification are benefited.                 

Public Works Dept.:
Equipment Maintenance Service Person*    

Utilities Dept.:    
Inspector, Field Services*                                       
Utility System Operator*    


* = This position is included in the Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) representation unit. Employees are required either to join the union or pay a service fee for representation.

EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENTS:
Community Services Director
City of Palo Alto, CA
Leading a staff of 95 and managing a department budget of $22.3 million, as the Community Services Director, you will enjoy the opportunity to provide quality services to this highly educated and vibrant community.   Proven management and leadership skills and a desire to engage individuals and residents in creating a strong and healthy community are required. The Director will oversee the diverse divisions of Arts & Sciences, Community Centers & Human Services, Open Space & Parks, and Recreation & Golf. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration or related field. A Master’s degree is preferred. Salary DOQ. 
Please send your cover letter and resume electronically by November 30, 2009 to Peckham & McKenney at apply@peckhamandmckenney.com

Call Bobbi Peckham at (866) 912-1919 for more information, to request a detailed brochure or visit us at www.peckhamandmckenney.com

OPEN RECRUITMENTS - INTERNAL EMPLOYEES 
The internal employment opportunities postings have been relocated to the City Intranet (The Loop).  Since we have been receiving many applications from external applicants who are ineligible for the internal opportunities, for efficiency we determined it would be helpful to post internal job opportunities exclusively on the Intranet.  The Internet employment page will now direct you to the City Intranet page (The Loop). 

Please visit the City Intranet page (The Loop) and click on Employment Opportunities to view all current internal employment opportunities.

OPEN RECRUITMENTS - TEMPORARY POSITIONS (SEIU HOURLY UNIT)
Job opportunities are open to the general public. Positions in this classification work an average of 8 hours per week over eleven pay periods for a minimum of 416 hours and a maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year and receive limited benefits. Positions in this SEIU Hourly Unit are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and union dues or agency fees may be required.

Library Deparment:
Library Page - H - Closes 11/02/2009 


Utilities Department:
Clerical Assistant - H - Closes 11/01/2009

OPEN RECRUITMENTS - TEMPORARY POSITIONS (LIMITED HOURLY)
Job opportunities are open to the general public. Positions in this classification work less than 1,000 hours per fiscal year, and are non-benefited.

Community Services Department:
Recreation Leader I -    Continuous Recruitment

Recreation Leader III -  Continuous Recruitment 


Fire Department:
Technician I - EMT B - Continuous Recruitment


Police Department:
Police Reserve Officer II - Closes 04/05/2010


Utilities Department:
Management Specialist - Closes 10/30/2009







OUTSIDE AGENCY RECRUITMENTS

There are no outside agency recruitments open at this time.