Employment Opportunities

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The City of Newark Human Resources Department's goal is to attract, develop and retain a diverse, well-qualified and professional workforce. An application and any required supplemental materials must be received by the deadline time and date stated in the job announcement. All applications are accepted through CalOpps.org.

The City of Newark is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace, and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of any local, state, or federal protected class.

The City of Newark only accepts applications through CalOpps.org for positions that we are currently recruiting.


Current Openings 

(To apply, go to www.calopps.org/city-of-newark and submit your application.)

Police Officer Lateral and Academy Graduate - This is a continuous recruitment.  

Newark Police Officers emphasize community-based policing efforts by patrolling within fixed sectors of the City. Officers investigate all criminal complaints and handle calls for service from the community. The Newark Police Officer enjoys a variety of specialized assignments including Detectives, Traffic unit, Canine (K9) unit, School Resource Officer (SRO), and Southern Alameda County Major Crimes Task Force (SACMCTF). New officers receive field training from an experienced NPD officer prior to assuming the responsibilities of a solo beat officer. All officers are expected to collaboratively problem solve and build partnerships with the community. 

Police Officer Trainee - Entry & Academy Attendee -This is a continuous recruitment.  

The Police Officer Trainee position is an entry level position, requiring no prior law enforcement experience.  The Police Officer Trainee is a temporary employee.  The trainee attends a P.O.S.T. certified academy.  Upon successful completion of the academy, the trainee will be eligible for appointment to the position of Police Officer.

Public Safety Dispatcher

The City of Newark is seeking dedicated professionals to be Public Safety Dispatchers and be members of a team providing excellent service to our community. The idea of contributing to the outcomes of emergency situations should be a challenge that applicants are willing to embrace.

Senior Civil Engineer 

The City of Newark is seeking energetic, dynamic and skilled Senior Civil Engineers to support two key areas: Capital Projects and Development. These positions offer exciting opportunities to manage transformative projects and play a crucial role in Newark’s growth and infrastructure improvement.

Child Care Instructor    

Under supervision, the Child Care Instructor will provide the instruction of educational and recreational activities in a team environment.  Our state licensed center provides care for children ages 3-5 years old. We provide a quality learning environment that allows each child the opportunity to grow in all aspects of their developmental needs.

Human Resources Director 

The City is seeking a forward-thinking and collaborative Human Resources Director to join its leadership team. Reporting directly to the Assistant City Manager or City Manager, the HR Director will play a critical role in fostering a vibrant workplace culture.

  • Special Application Process: To be considered for the HR Director position, please submit a cover letter and resume to apply@solutions-mrg.com.

Current Temporary/Seasonal Openings

(To apply, go to www.calopps.org/city-of-newark and submit your application.)

General Maintenance Worker 

This temporary position works with the City’s maintenance staff to perform: unskilled labor in the parks and landscape medians, street and sidewalk maintenance, street sign maintenance, and fleet building maintenance. Duties include, but are not limited to: raking, emptying trash cans and litter removal, irrigation repair, weeding, edging, street sign maintenance and graffiti removal.

Recreation Leader - Youth & Adult Sports

Energetic, organized, and responsible individuals who enjoy working with school-age children are encouraged to apply. Recreation Leaders will assist in the implementation and planning of a wide variety of arts and crafts, sports, games, special events, and excursions. Candidates will work either for the Ash Street Summer program at Ash Street Park or Camp Newark at the Silliman Center.  Both positions require candidates to work in an outdoor environment.  

Recreation Leader I – Ash Street/Camp Newark Camp Counselor 

The Newark Recreation and Community Services Department is seeking enthusiastic individuals who are not only passionate about working with the public but also possess a genuine interest in coaching and making a positive impact as role models in their lives. This role involves teaching fundamentals of various sports, coaching, refereeing and scorekeeping for our youth and adult sports programs. 

Aquatics Instructor I – Swim Instructor

The Newark Recreation and Community Services Department is looking for Aquatic Instructors (Swim Instructors) for our fantastic swim lessons and aquatic programs, to work at the Silliman Activity & Family Aquatic Center. We are looking for positive, patient, motivated, self-driven individuals that have a passion for working with children and wish to make a difference in a child's life by teaching them lifelong water skills! 

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