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City of Appleton - Human Resources Welcome to the City of Appleton Human Resources Department!

The mission of the Human Resources Department is to establish and maintain a high quality, competent and loyal workforce and to provide on-going support, training, and prompt and courteous service to City departments, staff and the public.

Come join the City of Appleton and thrive! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, ...
10/15/2026

Come join the City of Appleton and thrive! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, positive environment alongside other caring team members. You’ll be challenged by rewarding work that impacts the lives of community members each day. You’ll expand your skills and knowledge through training and growth opportunities. You’ll be respected and appreciated for sharing your ideas and bringing your authentic self to your work. And you can celebrate your successes with your loved ones because of the great flexible work arrangements the City offers. Come join our team—you belong here!

The City of Appleton is currently accepting applications for a vacancy in Public Works. Applicants should have experience in equipment operation, refuse collection and snow plowing operations. Work will include general labor in all areas of Public Works including construction, garbage collection, equipment operation, forestry, snow & ice control, and maintenance of utilities. Applicants must have the ability to deal effectively with the public.

Qualifications
Employees must live within a twenty-five-mile radius or reasonably be able to respond to an emergency and report within thirty minutes. A commercial driver’s license with air brakes and trailer endorsements along with a good driving record are required. Hours are Monday – Friday 6:30AM – 2:30 PM.

Salary
The hiring salary range for this position is $26.00 – $27.13, with the ability to earn up to $30.63 hourly. Plus, an excellent fringe benefit package including paid time off, health, life, dental, and Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The WRS is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country.

Apply Now!
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at www.appletonwi.gov/careers by no later than Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 11:59PM. Resumes without an application will not be considered.

Come join the City of Appleton and thrive! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, ...
10/09/2026

Come join the City of Appleton and thrive! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, positive environment alongside other caring team members. You’ll be challenged by rewarding work that impacts the lives of community members each day. You’ll expand your skills and knowledge through training and growth opportunities. You’ll be respected and appreciated for sharing your ideas and bringing your authentic self to your work. And you can celebrate your successes with your loved ones because of the great flexible work arrangements the City offers. Come join our team—you belong here!

The City of Appleton is currently accepting applications for a vacancy in Public Works. This position is responsible for routine custodial, cleaning, inspection, and general facility maintenance duties at City-owned parking ramps and associated parking facilities. Work involves removing litter and other debris from parking facilities, cleaning parking decks, drive lanes, ramps, sidewalks, and lobbies, and courteously assisting parking guests when encountered. This role works under the moderate supervision of the Parking Utility Manager.

Qualifications
Applicants should have custodial and customer service experience, or any equivalent combination of experience and training. All candidates must have the ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

Salary
The hiring salary range for this position is $14.95 - $20.92 hourly plus an excellent fringe benefit package including: paid time off; health, dental and vision insurance; free employee health clinic and coach; life insurance; short-/long-term disability insurance; accident insurance; on-site fitness center; health and wellness programs; post-employment health plan; deferred compensation; and Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). We are proud to share the WRS is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country!

Hours
Typical work hours include Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 3:00PM with additional weekend or on call coverage as needed.

Apply Now!
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at www.appletonwi.gov/careers by no later than Sunday, October 25, 2026. Resumes without an application will not be considered.

The Appleton Public Library, the Wisconsin Library of the Year for 2025, is seeking a Library Page Clerk (Half-Time) to ...
10/01/2026

The Appleton Public Library, the Wisconsin Library of the Year for 2025, is seeking a Library Page Clerk (Half-Time) to join our dynamic team.

The City of Appleton is seeking a Library Page Clerk (Half-Time). This is a non-exempt benefited position responsible for processing and preparing library materials for circulation. This position works 20 hours a week. Evening and weekend work is required. Work is supervised by a section assistant supervisor and the section supervisor.

Qualifications
This position requires a high school diploma or a combination of applicable experience and training is required.

Salary
The hiring wage for this position is $16.44 hourly, plus an excellent fringe benefit package.

Apply Now!
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at appletonwi.gov/careers by no later than Sunday, October 18, 2026. Resumes without an application will not be considered.
City of Appleton Human Resources
100 N. Appleton Street, 6th floor
Appleton, WI 54911
Phone: (920) 832-6458
Email: [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer

The City is accepting applications for a full-time Deputy Director/City Engineer. This is a management, professional, an...
09/28/2026

The City is accepting applications for a full-time Deputy Director/City Engineer. This is a management, professional, and administrative position responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Engineering, Traffic, and Parking functions of the Department of Public Works. This position provides direction and support to division managers, leads departmental planning and capital improvement initiatives, oversees operating and capital budgets, and provides professional engineering and operational guidance to ensure effective delivery of public infrastructure, transportation, parking, and related services. The position also works closely with City leadership, elected officials, other City departments, regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, developers, and community stakeholders on capital projects, policies, development proposals, and service improvements. The incumbent works under the general direction of the Director of Public Works.

Qualifications
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, Wisconsin Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration, and a minimum of eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in civil or municipal engineering, public works, project management, or a related field, including significant supervisory, administrative, or leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of municipal engineering, public infrastructure, transportation, and public rights-of-way, and the ability to lead professional and technical staff, develop strategic and capital improvement plans, manage budgets, oversee complex projects, evaluate engineering plans and proposals, and build effective partnerships with City officials, employees, contractors, developers, regulatory agencies, and the public. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, strategic thinking, strong communication skills, and the ability to balance technical, operational, financial, regulatory, and community considerations. The ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required.

Salary
The salary range for this position is $93,662 - $140,483 annually plus an excellent fringe benefit package including: paid time off; health, dental and vision insurance; free employee health clinic and coach; life insurance; short-/long-term disability insurance; accident insurance; on-site fitness center; health and wellness programs; post-employment health plan; deferred compensation; and Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). We are proud to share the WRS is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country!

Apply Now!
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at www.appletonwi.gov/careers by no later than Sunday, October 11, 2026. Resumes without an application will not be considered.

Come join the City of Appleton! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and enjoy your best life through c...
09/23/2026

Come join the City of Appleton! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and enjoy your best life through challenging work, great teams, training opportunities, and making a lasting impact on the community. We welcome and respect all employees as they are. Come join our team—you belong here!
Our Health Department is searching for a Weights & Measures Specialist to join the team. The Weights and Measures Specialist promotes consumer protection and fair-trade practices by assisting the Operations Supervisor - Health with the administration and operation of the Weights and Measures (W&M) inspection programs in Appleton and the East Central W&M consortium contracted municipalities. This position supports the development of timely inspection programs to ensure compliance with State Weights and Measures Law. The work involves conducting inspections, tests, and enforcement actions on weighing and measuring equipment, price-scanning systems, and bulk and prepackaged consumer products to ensure accuracy, proper labeling, and fair-trade practices. The incumbent works under the general direction of the Operations Supervisor – Health.

Qualifications
This position requires a high school diploma and two years of related experience involving technical, mechanical, inspection, regulatory, maintenance, or similar work; or a combination of applicable experience and training. Prior experience in weights and measures is not required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical aptitude, mechanical ability, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and an ability to learn and apply technical procedures and regulations. The selected candidate must be willing to complete required training and fulfill State Bureau of Weights and Measures requirements. We are willing to train the right candidate.

Salary
The hiring salary range for this position is $21.88 - $26.26 hourly, with the ability to earn up to $30.63 hourly, plus an excellent fringe benefit package including paid time off, health, life, dental, and Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The WRS is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country. Employees, spouses, and dependents over the age of 12 months who are covered on the City’s medical plan are eligible to use the Connecting Care Clinic (CCC). The CCC provides primary and acute care services and physical therapy at no cost to the patient.

Apply Now!
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at www.appletonwi.gov/careers by Friday, October 9, 2026. Resumes without an application will not be considered.

Join Our Team as a Wastewater Operator – Where Water Gets a Fresh Start!Salary: Competitive hourly wage from $26.47 - $3...
09/21/2026

Join Our Team as a Wastewater Operator – Where Water Gets a Fresh Start!

Salary: Competitive hourly wage from $26.47 - $37.06, plus an excellent fringe benefit package including paid time off, health, life, dental, and Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The WRS is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country.

Benefits:
• 9 Standard Holidays plus 4 Floating Holidays
• Vacation, personal time off and compensation time
• Double time on Sundays and Holidays
• Health, life, dental and vision insurance
• Long-term disability
• Wisconsin Retirement System Pension
• 457 and Roth Retirement

Schedule: 24/7 operation with a 10 week rotation among 10 operators with the majority being dayshift (0700-1500)

Nature of Work: This is a technically skilled, professional, state certified position responsible for successful continuous, real-time operations of a 15.5 MGD advanced secondary wastewater treatment facility. The Wastewater Facility Operator is responsible for operational control and maintaining plant processes within the facility's Wisconsin Pollution Discharge Elimination System (WPDES) permit.

What You'll Be Doing:
• Monitor and adjust the wastewater flow and treatment processes.
• Keep records, logs, and charts.
• Operate, control, and make necessary repairs to a wide range of equipment.
• Maintain process controls, collect samples, and perform physical and chemical analyses.

Requirements: Post-secondary education or training in wastewater treatment technology with a college degree preferred. Possession or the ability to obtain WDNR Wastewater Operator certification (certification subgrades A1, B, C, D, L, P and SS) within 48 months of employment and maintain the certificate when employed.

Apply Now!
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an online application at www.appletonwi.gov/careers.

Come join the City of Appleton and thrive! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, ...
09/21/2026

Come join the City of Appleton and thrive! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, positive environment alongside other caring team members. You’ll be challenged by rewarding work that impacts the lives of community members each day. You’ll expand your skills and knowledge through training and growth opportunities. You’ll be respected and appreciated for sharing your ideas and bringing your authentic self to your work. And you can celebrate your successes with your loved ones because of the great flexible work arrangements the City offers. Come join our team—you belong here!

The City of Appleton is currently accepting applications for a vacancy in Public Works. This position plays an important role in keeping Park Appleton’s parking facilities safe, clean, welcoming, and easy to navigate. Daily work includes maintaining and repairing parking meters and other equipment, collecting money from meters and ramp pay stations, maintaining wayfinding signs and other parking amenities, and helping customers navigate the ramps and resolve parking questions. The position also performs custodial and general maintenance functions throughout parking ramps and lots, including cleaning, snow removal, inspections, and minor repairs. This is a hands on role with opportunities to interact with the public, solve problems, and make a visible difference in the downtown parking experience. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Parking Utility Manager.

Qualifications
Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalency, good mechanical aptitude, and the ability to deal effectively with the public and exercise good judgment. This position will require flexibility to work during special events and high parking demand periods. Regular attendance is required.

Salary
The salary range for this position is $19.8924 – $27.8494 plus an excellent fringe benefit package including paid time off, health, life, dental, and Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The WRS is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country.

Hours
Typical work hours include Monday – Friday 10:00AM – 6:00PM with rotating weekend on-call and Saturday coverage as needed.

How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an online application on our Careers page at www.appletonwi.gov/careers no later than Sunday, October 4, 2026. (this position will be listed under promotional opportunities). Resumes without an application will not be considered.

Come join the City of Appleton! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and enjoy your best life through c...
09/14/2026

Come join the City of Appleton! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and enjoy your best life through challenging work, great teams, training opportunities, and making a lasting impact on the community. We welcome and respect all employees as they are. Come join our team—you belong here!
The City is accepting applications for a full-time Deputy Director/City Engineer. This is a management, professional, and administrative position responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Engineering, Traffic, and Parking functions of the Department of Public Works. This position provides direction and support to division managers, leads departmental planning and capital improvement initiatives, oversees operating and capital budgets, and provides professional engineering and operational guidance to ensure effective delivery of public infrastructure, transportation, parking, and related services. The position also works closely with City leadership, elected officials, other City departments, regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, developers, and community stakeholders on capital projects, policies, development proposals, and service improvements. The incumbent works under the general direction of the Director of Public Works.

Qualifications
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, Wisconsin Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration, and a minimum of eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in civil or municipal engineering, public works, project management, or a related field, including significant supervisory, administrative, or leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of municipal engineering, public infrastructure, transportation, and public rights-of-way, and the ability to lead professional and technical staff, develop strategic and capital improvement plans, manage budgets, oversee complex projects, evaluate engineering plans and proposals, and build effective partnerships with City officials, employees, contractors, developers, regulatory agencies, and the public. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, strategic thinking, strong communication skills, and the ability to balance technical, operational, financial, regulatory, and community considerations. The ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required.

Salary
The salary range for this position is $93,662 - $140,483 annually plus an excellent fringe benefit package including: paid time off; health, dental and vision insurance; free employee health clinic and coach; life insurance; short-/long-term disability insurance; accident insurance; on-site fitness center; health and wellness programs; post-employment health plan; deferred compensation; and Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). We are proud to share the WRS is among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country!

Apply Now!
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at www.appletonwi.gov/careers by no later than Sunday, September 27, 2026. Resumes without an application will not be considered.

09/14/2026

Applications are OPEN! 🚒

The Appleton Fire Department is accepting applications for our next firefighter hiring process.

If you’re looking for a career built around service, teamwork, problem solving, and making a difference in your community, we want to hear from you.

📅 Application deadline: November 8 at midnight
🔗 Apply: https://appletonwi.gov/fire/careers

Come join our team.

The Appleton Public Library, the Wisconsin Library of the Year for 2025, is seeking a Library Clerk (Half-Time) to join ...
09/08/2026

The Appleton Public Library, the Wisconsin Library of the Year for 2025, is seeking a Library Clerk (Half-Time) to join our dynamic team.

The City of Appleton is seeking a Library Clerk (Half-Time). This is a non-exempt benefited position that involves working at a public service desk providing library services related to lending library materials, as well as performing off-desk tasks. Work is supervised by the Public Services Supervisor and a Public Services Assistant Supervisor.

Qualifications
This position requires a high school diploma or a combination of applicable experience and training is required.

Salary
The hiring range for this position is $18.08 - $21.70 hourly, plus an excellent fringe benefit package.

Apply Now!
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at appletonwi.gov/careers by no later than Sunday, September 20, 2026. Resumes without an application will not be considered.

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100 N Appleton Street
Appleton, WI
54911

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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