The Human Resources Department supports City operations by recruiting and developing a skilled workforce, administering benefits, managing risks, and fostering positive employee relations, while ensuring fair and transparent personnel policies.

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human resources overview

The Human Resources Department functions as a primary support service to all operational departments of the City. HR’s activities include:

  • Personnel services involving merit system recruitment and employment selection
  • Salary plan administration and classification
  • Employment benefits administration
  • Risk management and loss control
  • In-service training and career development
  • Maintenance of all permanent personnel records
  • Employee relations
    Personnel policies and procedures development and implementation
  • Civil service administration
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The City of Amarillo is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law unless it is shown to be a bonafide occupational requirement.

Americans with Disabilities Act

The City of Amarillo does not and will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in the City’s services, programs, or employment practices. This applies equally to City employees, individuals seeking City employment, and to members of the public who are accessing City services or programs. Employees should be aware of this policy and should be committed to its continued implementation.

how to work for the city - faqs

Applying for a job with the city is easy! Just follow these steps:

  • Visit our careers portal at careers.amarillo.gov
  • Click “create an application”
  • Set up your username and password
  • Search for available jobs
  • Complete your application
  • Apply for specific job postings
  • Manage the jobs you are interested in
  • Log out when you’re done!

You will need to provide personal information such as your name, address, phone number, previous employment, education, and contact information for your employment history and references. You may also submit supporting materials in an electronic format such as Word or PDF.

It typically takes 30 to 50 minutes to complete an application. You can expedite the process by collecting important information including educational history, work experience, certifications in advance.

You can copy and paste information from other documents into the application form.

Yes, email addresses are required. You can create a free email account through available online providers.

Computers are available Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, at City Hall. The Amarillo Public Library also has computers available for library members at each of their locations.

New jobs are posted regularly. 

There are positions that require testing. Check the position listing for details on requirements.

Yes. Once you complete your online application/profile, you can apply for multiple positions. The original application/profile will be available for use and/or updates for other positions.

Your application/profile remains on file so you can update your information as needed and apply for positions as they are available.

Changes can be made until you submit an application for a position. You cannot change it after it has been submitted. 

Yes. You can attach an electronic resume and/or cover letter. Some postings may require additional documents.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you were logged out before completing your job application, log in again.

In most cases, your progress will have been saved.

To be considered for a job opening, ensure your application is accurate and complete before applying.
Your job application will be reviewed by Human Resources for qualifications and released to the hiring department for review
Yes. Log in to the job application site and choose the Application Status link to see the status of your application.
On the job application site, follow these steps to retrieve your password:
  1. Click the Login link and then I Forgot My Password.
  2. Enter your username.
  3. Answer the password retrieval question.
  4. The system will reset your password to your username. Log in and change your password.

Some city jobs are open to applicants with a criminal history, depending on the nature of your record and the job. Disclose any criminal background. Each applicant is subject to a background check. Undisclosed crimes can result in rescinded offers or termination.