Job Opportunities

We are proud of our workforce. We are constantly seeking talented and service-oriented people to join our team. If you want to #WorkForSyracuse, look through our current job opportunities below. You are also welcome to send your resume to the Office of Human Resources for review and consideration for future positions. City of Syracuse employees are not just members of a great team but residents of a growing city. City jobs require residency as part of the law. 

 

 

Apply Online

View and apply for all current open positions at the City of Syracuse via our website. 

View Open Positions

 

Apply By Email or Mail

All open positions can be found on our website:

View Open Positions

Step 1.Download Application

Download the City of Syracuse General Application

Download General Application(PDF, 317KB)

Step 2.Prepare Your Application

Complete the General Application and compile the following documents if applicable to the position you are applying for:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Writing sample
  • References

If emailing, all documents should be attached as PDFs

Step 3.Email or Mail Your Application

Email your completed General Application and any supplemental documents as PDFs to personnel@syr.gov with subject line "[Full Name] [Job Title] Application"

  • Example: "Jane Doe Human Resources Generalist Application"

OR

Mail your completed General Application and any supplemental documents to:

Office of Human Resources
City of Syracuse
300 South State Street
One Park Place, Suite 700
Syracuse, NY 13202

 

Hiring Events

Civil Service Jobs

Civil servants are employees who work for the government at the local, state, and federal levels to provide a service for the public. City government employs people in numerous careers with or without advanced degrees. Often, positions in city government are civil service jobs, meaning they may require taking an exam. Exams vary by the position you apply for. Exams can be free or have an application fee of up to $20.

If you are interested in taking a civil service exam, contact the Onondaga County Department of Personnel. They are responsible for administering Civil Service exams on behalf of the City of Syracuse. They can be reached at 315-435-3537 or visit employment.ongov.net.

The City of Syracuse is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Common Questions

How can I submit my application? You may submit your application for employment online via our website, or by completing the general application and emailing it to personnel@syr.gov or mailing it to the Human Resource Office at One Park Place, 300 South State St. 7th Floor, Syracuse, NY 13202. 

The application deadline has passed. Can I still apply? Applications are not accepted after the application deadline. Applications must be received by Office of Human Resources by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the announced deadline. 

How can I be notified about upcoming civil service examinations? You can go to the Onondaga County website to sign up for email notifications or click here.