Employment Opportunities
WELCOME to the City of Dayton Online Employment Center!
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Please take time to browse the application system for all City of Dayton job openings, as well as classified positions for the Dayton Public Schools. Applications are accepted online only for currently posted positions. Pay close attention to the updated requirements, enhancements and opportunities as you navigate through the application process.
The system allows you to:
- Apply for a job on various devices (cell phone, laptop, tablet)
- Create an Applicant Profile which will serve as a template for future applications
- Apply for jobs without having to re-enter all application information after you create your Applicant profile
- Ability to upload your resume and cover letter
- Receive messaging alerts for postings you are interested in pursuing
- Check your Personal Status Board to review the status of your application or exam scores
New User?
- Click on the New User Registration link in the menu above
- Select the Apply Online link to create your Username, Password and Application Profile
Returning User?
- Click on the My Application Profile link in the menu bar at the top of this page
- Enter the User ID and Password and click Retrieve Application
Need Help?
If you need help navigating this site, please select the appropriate topic from the How do I... menu below for more information.
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Questions: 937-333-2300 or jobs@daytonohio.gov.
Employment Profile
| Job Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Application Profile Keep updated for copying |
You can update your Application Profile at any time to keep it up-to-date. You can use it to copy into any new application. |
Promotional and Open Competitive
| Job Title | Department | Salary | Close Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Electrician 26-7009-003 | Water | $33.23 per hour (Grade 218) | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Kiln Operator II 26-5026-006 | Water | $26.78 per hour (Grade 119) | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Lineworker 26-6110-001 | Public Works | $29.66 per hour (Grade 124) | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Permit Clerk 26-4800-001 | Planning, Neighborhoods and Development | $23.26 per hour (Grade 22) | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Water & Sewer Crew Leader 26-5146-003 | Water | $26.78 per hour (Grade 119) | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Water Reclamation Plant Operator I 26-5121-003 | Water | $26.78 per hour (Grade 119) | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Water Reclamation Plant Operator II 26-5120-002 | Water | $29.66 per hour (Grade 124) | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Water Treatment Plant Operator II 26-5033-005 | Water | $29.66 per hour (Grade 124) | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
Dayton Public Schools
| Job Title | Department | Salary | Close Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Service Manager (DPS) (Promotional and Open Competitive) 26-0106B-004 |
Dayton Public Schools | $21.36 per hour | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Food Service Technician (DPS) (Promotional and Open Competitive) 26-0051B-002 |
Dayton Public Schools | $21.34 per hour | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Head Custodian (DPS) (Promotional and Open Competitive) 26-0016B-004 |
Dayton Public Schools | $17.76 per hour | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Level III Clerical (DPS) (Promotional and Open Competitive) 26-0113B-003 |
Dayton Public Schools | $18.26 per hour | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Mechanic (DPS) (Promotional and Open Competitive) 26-0025B-004 |
Dayton Public Schools | $27.40 per hour | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| School Bus Driver (DPS) (Promotional and Open Competitive) 26-0007B-004 |
Dayton Public Schools | $23.49 per hour | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
Promotional - Internal Only
| Job Title | Department | Salary | Close Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire District Chief-40 26-3101-001 | Fire | $118,321.76 - $131,586.73 per year | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Police Lieutenant (Dayton Police Department) 26-3212-001 |
Police | $108,908.80 - $117,457.60 per year (Grade 404) | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
Noncompetitive
| Job Title | Department | Salary | Close Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Supervisor 26-3406-002 | Aviation | $73,507.20 - $98,800.00 per year | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Assistant Attorney I (Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available) 26-3005-002 |
Law | $78,707.20 - $105,872.00 per year | Continuous |
| Assistant Attorney II 26-3004-002 | Law | $88,400.00 - $118,976.00 per year | Continuous |
| Engineer (Department of Public Works and Department of Water) 26-1016-001 |
Public Works | $75,774.40 - $101,899.20 per year | Continuous |
| Engineer-in-Training (Department of Public Works and Department of Water) 26-1013-001 |
Public Works | $64,979.20 - $87,339.20 per year | Continuous |
| IT Analyst II 26-0075-001 | Water | $67,537.60 - $90,771.20 per year | Sunday, August 30, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Recreation Program Administrator (~Recreation & Youth Services Division~) 26-4085-001 |
Recreation | $67,537.60 - $90,771.20 per year | Sunday, September 20, 2026 11:59 PM |
| Senior Engineer I (Department of Public Works and Department of Water) 26-1017-001 |
Varies | $84,968.00 - $114,379.20 per year | Continuous |
| Senior Engineer II (Department of Aviation, Public Works and Water) 26-1018-001 |
Varies | $91,915.20 - $123,718.40 per year | Continuous |
Part-Time
| Job Title | Department | Salary | Close Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aquatics Specialist - PT (~LIFEGUARD~) 26-4057-001 |
Recreation | $19.59 per hour | Continuous |
| Recreation & Park Aide (PT) 26-4069-001 | Recreation | $19.59 per hour | Continuous |