Explore City Careers This March

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.

March 2026 Hiring Events

CareerLink Info Session
• March 4 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• 4261 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140

Job Corps Ready to Work Hiring Event
• March 6 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• 2810 S. 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Conquerors Community Development Corporation Job Fair
• March 7 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• 5220 Whitby Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Pennco Tech Electrical Career Fair
• March 10 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
• 3815 Otter Street, Bristol, PA

Civil Service Office Hours - Widener Library
• March 10 | 12:00 p.m.
• 2808 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19121

EOP South Philadelphia Career and Education Fair
• March 10 | 3:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
• 2101 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148

OHR Virtual Health Fair
• March 11 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Civil Service Office Hours - Nicetown-Tioga Library
• March 12 | 2:00 p.m.
• 3720 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140

OHR Virtual Health Fair
• March 13 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

2026 PMBC Block Captain Rally
• March 14 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• Pennsylvania Convention Center
100 Level Exhibitor Hall - Rooms 105AB and 107AB
1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA

Civil Service Office Hours - Cecil B. Moore Library
• March 19 | 2:00 p.m.
• 2320 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19121

Neighborhood Gathering
• March 19 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
• 2637 E. Birch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134

PHS Information Session
• March 20 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• 100 N. 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Episcopal Community Services 3rd Annual Career Fair
• March 21 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
• St. Barnabas Community Resource Center
6006 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA

PA CareerLink Info Session
• March 25 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
• 4261 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140

Civil Service Office Hours - McPherson Library
• March 26 | 11:00 a.m.
• 601 E. Indiana Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134

Civil Service Office Hours - Richmond Library
• March 26 | 2:00 p.m.
• 2987 Almond Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134

Pennco Tech Automotive Info Session
• March 27 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
• 3815 Otter Street, Bristol, PA 19007

PWD Careers and Headshots
• March 28 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

State Rep. Morgan Cephas 2026 Youth Employment Workshop
• March 28 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
• 5898 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131

City Year Philadelphia's Career & Education Fair
• March 31 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Esperanza, 4261 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Why Consider a City Career?

Civil service careers offer competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on Philadelphia's neighborhoods.

Public service is more than a job. It is an opportunity to serve your community while building long-term career stability.

Stay Connected

For updates on upcoming events and new job postings, follow the Office of Human Resources on social media at @PhilaOHR.

Take the Next Step

Join us at an event this March and connect directly with our hiring team.