Employment


​Employment Opportunities

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 The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

What do we offer?

  A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.  

Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 


EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES - CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES

If you are currently an Employee at the City of Dallas, and interested in applying for a position, please log in to your Workday account to submit your application. The system will automatically reject any applications of current employees submitted through the external site.

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Employment Resources

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The City of Dallas has different employment categories. Please review the below information for your reference.

Civil Service positions:

Are roles regulated by the Code of Rules and Regulations of the Civil Service Board.
These roles include the following:

  • Civil service roles are generally required to meet established qualifications.
  • These roles may include competitive exams to ensure candidates' merit and fitness for the job, including for promotions.
  • Non-executive roles are granted rights to grieve their working conditions and appeal disciplinary actions, as governed by the City's Personnel Rules.
  • Civil service roles may also have reinstatement rights in the event of a reduction in force.

For questions related to Civil Service Positions, please reach out to Civil Service: civilserviceinfo@dallas.gov

Unclassified Service: 

Includes employees assigned to civil service departments who are:

  • Department directors, assistant department directors, and other executive-level managerial personnel designated by the city council;
  • The municipal court clerk and the secretary of the civil service board; and the labor class.
  • Directors, assistant directors, and other executive-level managerial personnel as designated by the city council, as well as the municipal court clerk and the secretary of the civil service board do not have grievance, appeals, or reinstatement rights. 
  • The unclassified service may have different hiring and promotional standards as compared with the classified service.

Non-Civil Service

  • These are roles that are not regulated by the Code of Rules and Regulations of the Civil Service Board.
  • Non-civil service positions include employees of departments listed in Chapter XVI of the City Charter.
  • Employees in non-civil service positions may have different hiring, promotion, and administrative employment standards.
  • Non-civil service employees do not have grievance, appeals, or reinstatement rights.

For questions related to Unclassified or Non-Civil Service, please reach out to Talent Acquisition: HRTalent@dallas.gov

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ANNOUNCEMENT: CITY MANAGER SEARCH FOR THE CITY OF DALLAS

The City of Dallas is pleased to announce its partnership with Baker Tilly in the search for our next City Manager. The Mayor and City Council will carefully evaluate and consider candidates for this critical leadership role.

For more information about the position, please refer to the brochure linked below. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through the provided link.

View Position Brochure and Apply



Employee Diversity Dashboard


Diversity and Inclusion initiatives drive our organization’s commitment to promoting a culture of acceptance, appreciation and inclusion for a diverse workforce at the City of Dallas. HR is dedicated to openness, transparency, and accountability.

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