Thinking about a career with the City of Philadelphia but not sure where to start? The Office of Human Resources (OHR) is here to help. Whether you’re new to the workforce, changing careers, or looking to make a difference, OHR is bringing job resources directly to neighborhoods across the city this February.

Learn about City careers—where you are

OHR hosts City Career Office Hours at neighborhood libraries and community events to help residents:

  • Learn how the civil service hiring process works

  • Explore current job openings in public safety, trades, administration, and more

  • Ask questions about benefits, qualifications, and next steps

  • Get help submitting your job application on-site

These events are free, open to the public, and staffed by HR professionals ready to guide you.

Meet the Hiring Bus

The Hiring Bus is a mobile recruitment center that travels to neighborhoods across Philadelphia. Staffed by City HR professionals, the bus is equipped with laptops, Wi-Fi, and real-time support so you can:

  • Search current job openings

  • Get step-by-step help applying

  • Talk to City staff about your career interests

  • Submit your application on-site

Look for the Hiring Bus at select events throughout the year—it’s designed to meet you where you are and make the path to public service more accessible.

Why it matters

City government jobs offer more than just a paycheck. Civil service careers come with competitive salaries, health and retirement benefits, job stability, and the opportunity to serve your community. When you work for the City, you help shape Philadelphia’s future while building your own.

February 2026 City Career Office Hours & Hiring Events

City Career Office Hours – Widener Library
• February 10 | 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• 2808 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19121

City Career Office Hours – Lillian Marrero Library
• February 12 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• 601 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134

City Career Office Hours – Nicetown-Tioga Library
• February 12 | 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• 3720 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140

Rep. Amen Brown’s 3rd Annual Youth Career & College Fair
• February 14 | 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• West Philadelphia High School, 4901 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139

Black History Month Festival
• February 17 | 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Location to be confirmed

City Career Office Hours – Kensington Library
• February 19 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• 104 W. Dauphin Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133

City Career Office Hours – Cecil B. Moore Library
• February 19 | 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• 2320 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19121

2026 Job Fair Kickoff – Wilson Park Community Center
• February 24 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• 2500 Jackson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145

City Career Office Hours – McPherson Library
• February 26 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• 601 E. Indiana Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134

City Career Office Hours – Richmond Library
• February 26 | 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• 2987 Almond Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134

Stay connected

For the latest hiring event updates, job opportunities, and civil service tips, follow the Office of Human Resources on social media:
📱 @PhilaOHR on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, and LinkedIn

Take the first step

Come to a local event, visit the Hiring Bus, and connect with our team to learn how to start a career in public service!

Learn more about working for the City of Philadelphia