Welcome to the City career center

Learn about job opportunities within the City and County of San Francisco and receive guidance to grow your City career.

Visit us at 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, City Hall, Room 110 between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Drop-in hours are from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Information sessions and workshops

Participate in a variety of workshops to receive tips and guidance on your job search for City employment and promotive opportunities. Listen to information sessions that will spotlight City departments and highlight programs and resources. Sign-up now.

 

Drop-in career counseling hours

Job seekers and City employees can drop in to get your questions answered about City employment. No appointment is needed. Drop-in hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Schedule a career counseling appointment

City employees can meet with DHR's Workforce Development staff to discuss career goals and plan next steps. Appointments are available Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 10:30 am and 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm. Make an appointment.

Onboarding services

Candidates for City employment undergo a background check and receive a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) ID Badge once hired. Fingerprinting for a background check is by appointment only, and badge photos are taken at the time of fingerprinting or may be scheduled separately. Learn more about fingerprinting and conviction history.

City employee development resources

Learn about the variety of City programs that support employee development.

 

SEIU work training program
Training opportunities 
Tuition support
Educational resources

Applicant support

Need help? We are here to make the process as easy as possible. 

 

Candidate knowledge center
Common application issues
Interests and career pathways
Request an accommodation
Contact us

Upcoming workshops

October workshops

October workshops

Visit the Information Sessions and Workshops page for more details. The workshops are available to the public and City employees.*

*City employees are encouraged to attend any of the workshops, including featured sessions or workshops designated for City employees.

For upcoming 1-hour long workshops, please click on the "Register now" link and choose the session you would like to attend. Registrations are available at least 24 hours in advance. While space is limited, drop-ins are welcomed. Register now.

Workshops:

  • October 1 at 2 pm - Resume Writing 
  • October 3 at 2 pm - Getting Started: Applying for a City Job
  • October 4 at 11 am - Conviction History Review
  • October 10 at 2 pm - Civil Services Exams Process
  • October 10 at 4 pm - Career Conversations with your Manager (City employees) 
  • October 15 at 2 pm - Resume Writing
  • October 17 at 2 pm - Getting Started: Applying for a City Job
  • October 21 at 11 am - Educational Partner Presentation - City College of San Francisco
  • October 22 at 2 pm - Interview Skills
  • October 24 at 2 pm - Civil Services Exams Process
  • October 25 at 11 am - Exploring Educational Support Programs (City employees)
  • October 28 at 2 pm - City Career Pathways 

November workshops

November workshops

Visit the Information Sessions and Workshops page for more details. The workshops are available to the public and City employees.*

*City employees are encouraged to attend any of the workshops, including featured sessions or workshops designated for City employees.

For upcoming 1-hour long workshops, please click on the "Register now" link and choose the session you would like to attend. Registrations are available at least 24 hours in advance. While space is limited, drop-ins are welcomed. Register now.

Workshops:

  • November 5 at 2 pm - Resume Writing
  • November 7 at 2 pm - Getting Started: Applying for a City Job
  • November 12 at 11 am - City Job Search Strategies
  • November 12 at 2 pm - Interview Skills 
  • November 15 at 2 pm - Civil Service Exams Process 
  • November 19 at 2 pm - Resume Writing 
  • November 21 at 2 pm - Getting Started: Applying for a City Job
  • November 25 at 2 pm - City Career Pathways

December workshops

December workshops

Visit the Information Sessions and Workshops page for more details. The workshops are available to the public and City employees.*

*City employees are encouraged to attend any of the workshops, including featured sessions or workshops designated for City employees.

For upcoming 1-hour long workshops, please click on the "Register now" link and choose the session you would like to attend. Registrations are available at least 24 hours in advance. While space is limited, drop-ins are welcomed. Register now.

Workshops:

  • December 3 at 2 pm - Resume Writing
  • December 5 at 2 pm - Getting Started: Applying for a City Job  
  • December 10 at 2 pm - Interview Skills
  • December 12 at 2 pm - Civil Service Exams Process 
  • December 17 at 2 pm - Resume Writing
  • December 19 at 2 pm - Getting Started: Applying for a City Job 

Featured sessions

October 4 at 11 am, Conviction History Review

October 10 at 4 pm, Career Conversations with Your Manager (For City Employees)

October 21 at 11 am, Educational Partner Presentation - City College of San Francisco

October 25 at 11 am, Exploring Educational Support Programs (For City Employees)

About

Address:
1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place
City Hall, Room 110
San Francisco, CA 94102

Phone number:
(415) 554-5180

Email:
DHR-CareerCenter@sfgov.org