Employment Opportunities

As one of the community’s largest employers, the City of Springfield employs more than 6,000 people. Everyday, our employees help make local government more efficient and effective. We are committed to attracting and supporting a diverse workforce and offer competitive salaries and benefits that drive operational excellence.

If you are interested in working for the City of Springfield, we encourage you to explore the employment opportunities currently available.

As of November 25, 2008

How to Apply

The City of Springfield employment application is now available in Adobe format online. You can complete the application and submit it via email, fax or standard mail to the Human Resource Department. Download the online employment application here.

If you do not have Adobe Reader, and you would like to install it for free, you may download it here.

Once you have downloaded your application and completed it, you can attach the file to an email message and send it directly to our recruitment staff at recruiter@springfieldcityhall.com. If you would like to include a cover letter and a resume with the application, you may do so by attaching those files to the email message prior to sending.

If you would prefer to submit your application package via mail or fax, you can complete the application by filling out the requested information using this system or you can print the application and complete it manually. Please fax or mail your completed application, cover letter and resume (where applicable) to:

City of Springfield
Attention: Human Resources
36 Court Street
Springfield, Ma 01103
Fax: 413-787-6572

Resumes/cover letters must indicate a specific job posting title to be considered and a separate resume/cover letter must be submitted for each different position for which you are applying.

Because some positions are governed by Civil Service Regulations, appointments may be made on a provisional basis. Preference is given to City of Springfield residents.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply