Employment Opportunities

Welcome to the City of Peoria Employment Opportunities Webpage!

Employment Opportunities at the City of Peoria

The City of Peoria, Illinois, is a vibrant, welcoming community and a great place to live, work, and grow a career. Our municipal government offers a wide range of rewarding job opportunities that make a real difference in our community.

Whether you're starting your career or looking to bring your expertise to a new role, you'll find work here that is meaningful, challenging, and impactful. Working for the City instills a strong sense of civic pride and public service.

Opportunity for All

The City of Peoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class under local, state, or federal law. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Paper Employment Applications are available and offered in the Human Resources Department. Applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the selection process may notify the Human Resources Department of such a request.

Join our team!

Visit our Careers Page to see current job openings, position details, and application deadlines. Each listing includes a description of duties, qualifications, and any special requirements.

Application Tips:

• Online applications are the primary document used for screening. Please complete it thoroughly and accurately.
• Resumes are encouraged but cannot replace the application form.
• Required fields are identified by a red star (★).
• Use the “Tab” key (not “Enter”) to move through the application.

You’ll know your application has been successfully submitted when you receive an on-screen confirmation message.

Already Applied?

Log in to your Applicant Profile to:

• Resume work on a saved application
• Check your application status (please allow time for updates)
• Apply for other positions using your existing profile

Reapplying?

Before submitting for a new position, double-check that your information and attachments are up to date.

What Happens Next

After a position’s deadline:

• Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications.
• Eligible candidates are referred to hiring teams.
• Selected applicants will be contacted for interviews by phone or email.
• All other applicants will be notified by email.
• Do not use the refresh or back buttons to navigate through the application, instead use "Next" and "Previous" buttons at the bottom of each page.

Processing times vary depending on the role and number of applicants—thank you for your patience.

Need Help?

Having technical issues with your application? Contact our Human Resources team:

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM