Have you ever thought about working for the City of Philadelphia but didn’t know where to begin? You’re not alone — and we’re here to help. Whether you’re a recent graduate, changing careers, or looking to make a difference in your community, the City’s Office of Human Resources (OHR) is making it easier than ever to learn about and apply for civil service jobs. 

Learn about City careers — in your community 

OHR is partnering with the Free Library of Philadelphia and other local organizations to host civil service career information tables at events across the city. These informal tabling sessions are a chance to: 

  • Get answers to your questions about City jobs 
  • Understand how the civil service hiring process works 
  • Learn about job openings in administration, public safety, skilled trades, and more 
  • Get help with the application process — computers are available on-site 

These sessions are open to all and designed to make the path to public service clearer, more welcoming, and more accessible. 

Meet the City’s Hiring Bus  

We’re also excited to introduce the Hiring Bus — a mobile recruitment center that brings job opportunities directly to the community. The bus is fully equipped with application stations and staffed by knowledgeable HR professionals who can walk you through available positions and help you apply on the spot. 

You’ll find the Hiring Bus at select community events throughout the summer and beyond. It’s the perfect chance to connect with our team face-to-face, learn about open positions, and take the first step toward a City career — all in one visit. 

Want the Hiring Bus to visit your community event? Submit a request today! 

Hiring Bus features: 
  • View current job openings 
  • Get step-by-step application help 
  • Apply for jobs directly from the bus 
  • Ask questions and get real-time support from HR professionals 

Why it matters 

Civil service positions are based on merit, not connections — and they come with competitive pay, benefits, retirement plans, and most importantly, purpose. When you work for the City, you’re helping shape the future of Philadelphia. 

Get involved 

Join us at our upcoming events — whether at a library info table or the Hiring Bus — and take the first step toward a fulfilling career in public service. 

Upcoming civil service information tables: 

City Careers Information Session at Widener Library 

  • June 3 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
  • 2808 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 9121 

3rd District Job Readiness Pop-Up Event * with the Hiring Bus 

  • June 5 
  • TBA 
  • TBA 

City Careers Information Session at the Nicetown Tioga Library 

  • June 5 
  • 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
  • 3720 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140 

City Careers Information Session at Lillian Marrero Library 

  • June 5 
  • 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
  • 601 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134 

18th Annual Neighborhood Job Fair 

  • June 6 
  • 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
  • Temple University Aramark Student Training and Recreation (STAR) Complex, 1816 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 

Police-Assisted Diversion Community Resource Fair

  • June 6 
  • 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
  • North 29th Street & West Dauphin Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132

Philadelphia Water Department Open House * With Hiring Bus 

  • June 7 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
  • 1500 E Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124 

Black Men’s Wellness Day 

  • June 7 
  • 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
  • Temple University Aramark Student Training and Recreation (STAR) Complex 

1816 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 

City Careers Information Session at the Kensington Library 

  • June 10  
  • 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 

  • June 10 
  • 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
  • 2320 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19121 

Association of Puerto Ricans Sugar Cane Festival 2025 

  • June 14 
  • 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
  • N 6th St & W Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19133 

Haverford Library’s Summer of Wonder Kickoff Block Party

  • June 16
  • 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 
  • 5543 Haverford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19139

City Careers Information Session at the McPherson Square Library 

  • June 19 
  • 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 601 E. Indiana Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134 

United Church of the First Born Super Saturday * With Hiring Bus 

  • June 21 
  • 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 2516 W Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132 

Uplift Solutions Workshop

  • June 24 
  • 9:00 a.m. 
  • 2221 West Venango St., Philadelphia, PA 19140

Baker Industries Community Resource Fair 

  • June 25 
  • 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. 
  • 3630 I St, Philadelphia, PA 19134 

3rd District Job Readiness Pop-Up Event * with the Hiring Bus 

  • June 25 
  • 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 5343 Chester Ave Philadelphia, PA 19143

City Careers Information Session at the McPherson Library

  • June 26 
  • 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
  • 601 E. Indiana Avenue, Phila, PA 19134

Senator Street’s Community Baby Shower 

  • June 27 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
  • 1816 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 

PAD Resource Fair * with the Hiring Bus

  • June 27 
  • 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 
  • 265 East Lehigh Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19125

Shark Day Picnic in the Park * with the Hiring Bus

  • June 28 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
  • 2800 Moore St., Philadelphia, PA 19145

Hispanic Fiesta by Concilio * with the Hiring Bus 

  • June 28 
  • 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 
  • JFK Plaza (Love Park), Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102 

Philadelphia Housing Authority Job Fair 

  • June 28 
  • 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
  • 2500 Jackson St, Philadelphia, PA 19145 

Corners to Connections Wellness & Employment Fair

  • June 30
  • 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
  • Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church (West Location), 230 West Coulter Street, Philadelphia, PA

📱 Follow us on social media: @PhilaOHR for updates and the full Hiring Bus schedule.

 

Learn more about careers with the City of Philadelphia and view open positions!