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FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES

Labor Relations Analyst

Office of Labor Relations

Schedule and conduct grievance hearings, analyze evidence and issue written decisions in support of the office's litigation and collective bargaining cases.ort

City Hall Plaza Engagement Manager

Office of Arts & Culture

Implement the vision of the plaza as a place to play, relax, gather through year-round programming.

Housing Inspector

Inspectional Services Department

Inspects and gives certifications of conditions relative to the environmental sanitation and places of human habitation.

Counselor Camp Joy Program

BOSTON CENTERS FOR YOUTH & FAMILY - THIS IS A TEMPORARY, SUMMER ONLY POSITION.

Provide structured, daily opportunities for participants to make new friends, have fun, learn, and grow during the summer months.

Director of Communications & Public Awareness

Office of Health & Human Services

Develop and implement strategies for outreach, community engagement and public awareness to promote health programs, services and events.

Traffic Signal Inspector

Boston Transportation Department - Traffic Division

Supervise, inspect, test and document traffic signal related work by the City of Boston or contractors.

Why Work for the City of Boston?

City of Boston employees celebrate the launch of the Mayor's Office of Black Male Advancement

We Make History

What’s an old city know about new ways of doing things?

In Boston, we lead revolutions. We are a city rich in history and history in the making. We uphold our city’s proud tradition of inventing the future. Together, we’re disrupting old narratives and forging new ones

City of Boston employee helps a student plant a community garden

We Make an Impact

As City employees, we see the result of our work all around us— in street and infrastructure improvements, new buildings rising from the ground, safer and more prosperous neighborhoods, and happier, healthier children, families, and senior citizens. What we do at work today shapes the Boston of tomorrow.

EMT Cadets are sworn in at their graduation ceremony

We Serve With Pride

Public service is a noble calling: to help others, to make our community stronger, and to uphold the public's trust. The call to serve is rooted in instinct and constantly honed through awareness, empathy, and action. In choosing this path, we find our own lives enriched and our purpose fulfilled. It’s not just what we do, it’s who we are.

OUR CULTURE

Our culture is the product of shared values and purpose, servant leadership, and a place where all people are empowered to effect positive change in the communities where we live, work, and play.

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Stories From Our Employees

Storytellers

Kerry is the TV operations and technology manager for the Boston City Council.

Attentive guardians

Tina is a school traffic crossing guard for the City.

History buffs

Joe Bagley is the archaeologist for the City of Boston.

Everyday heroes

Margaret shares her story of becoming a Boston firefighter.

Tech wizards

Alice is bringing free public Wi-Fi to Boston.

Helpful humans

Gabrielle helps residents, one call at a time.

Benefits

Our employees enjoy competitive
salaries and generous benefits.

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Insurance

Employees can take part in our group health and group life insurance programs.

Work and life benefits

Find out more about our public employee fund, MBTA pass program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Savings and investments

Learn about the City of Boston credit union and other savings programs.

Residency Requirement

Anyone can apply to work for the City, but you must be a resident by your first day of work. View a map of Boston.

Residency information

Career Center Help

Having trouble with our Career Center? These resources can help.

How to apply for a job through the Career Center

Walk through the steps of using our Career Center.

Tips for using the Career Center

If you are struggling, these tips answer common questions.

Help with multi-step applications

How to become a Boston EMS EMT

Find out how to start a rewarding career as an Emergency Medical Technician.

How to become a police officer

You need to take the state's civil service exam and apply for the job.

How to become a firefighter

We use an innovative recruitment strategy to find future Boston firefighters.

Labor service jobs

Get involved in the City of Boston's construction projects.

Additional ways to search jobs

Boston Housing Authority

Boston Planning & Development Agency

Boston Public Health Commission

Boston Public Schools

Water and Sewer Commission

Contact Human Resources

Our mission is to help the City of Boston attract and develop diverse, qualified, and productive employees to serve Boston's residents.

We believe in promoting a culture that makes City employees want to come to work every day, to a place they feel valued and supported, that drives an exceptional employee experience for our City of Boston colleagues and residents and elevates the role of public service.

617-635-3370

OHR@boston.gov

1 City Hall Square

Room 612

Boston, MA 02201-2017

United States

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Career Connection Newsletter

The Office of Human Resources’ Career Connection is a monthly newsletter round-up of all things career at the City of Boston. From the latest job openings and internship opportunities to upcoming workshops, job fairs, and more.

Whether you're exploring a career change, preparing to graduate, or simply interested in working for the City — we've got you covered.

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