To support social distancing, please consider submitting your application by email or fax. Applications may be signed digitally or with an image of your signature. Please call (559) 661-5400, option 8, with questions.
Fax applications to: (559) 673-1655
The positions for which the City is currently accepting applications are listed on this page. Original applications must be received by the filing deadline indicated; postmarks are not accepted. If a Supplemental Application is listed, it must be submitted with the Employment Application to be considered for the position. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Applications can be obtained by clicking on this EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION link, by contacting the HR Department at (559) 661-5400, option 8 to have an application mailed to you, or by coming to City Hall at 205 W. 4th Street in Madera to pick up an application.
Below is a list of open recruitments. Click on the job title to display more information.
- Director of Financial Services
Apply by: Tuesday, May 31, 2022
1st Round Interviews: Tuesday, June 14, 2022
The City of Madera is looking for a collaborative Director of Financial Services with excellent leadership and communication skills to be part of its management team. Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Director of Financial Services is a key, at will department head position that accepts full responsibility for the City’s utility billing, business licensing, general accounting, expenditure controls, purchasing, grants administration, and maintenance of the City’s investment portfolio. The City follows the principle of continuous improvement, and the new director will have the opportunity to enhance information sharing related to financial data, as well as oversee the expenditures and accounting of significant funds related to the COVID pandemic that will be invested in infrastructure improvements.
Recruitment Flyer
Employment Application
Director of Financial Services Job Description
- Associate or Senior Engineer
The Associate and Senior Civil Engineer classifications are registered Civil Engineers and perform complex professional engineering assignments requiring considerable knowledge of various aspects of civil engineering, including land development, planning, design standards and regulations, and construction and maintenance. Considerable independent judgment and discretion are required in the application of the principles and practices of planning, design, construction and the administration of a variety of projects to include but not limited to public works (streets, water, sewer and storm drain systems), City parks, building projects, and airport projects.
Associate or Senior Engineer Job Flyer
Associate Civil Engineer Job Description
Senior Civil Engineer Job Description
Employment Application
- Chief Building Official
Application Deadline: Open until filled
The Chief Building Official is one of four division head positions in the Community Development Department. The incumbent is responsible to the Director of Community Development for advice and consultation on building matters and for the efficient operation of the division. The Chief Building Official plans, manages, oversees, and directs the operations and services of the Building Division which include the permitting process, plan checks, and building inspections for both residential and commercial development.
Chief Building Official Recruitment Flyer
Employment Application
Chief Building Official Job Description
- Police Officer I/II
Open Until Filled
Police Officers are responsible for assigned law enforcement duties and responsibilities; perform tasks and duties related to the protection of public health, safety and welfare; and the enforcement of applicable federal , state and local laws; provide traffic enforcement and control; carry out special assignments in a particular phase of police work; and perform other related duties as required.
Police Officer I II Job Flyer
Police Officer I-II Job Description
Employment Application
- Police Officer Trainee
Open Until Filled
The Police Officer Trainee is a trainee class responsible for attending a basic academy course of study necessary to gain Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) approved peace officer status. This position is not intended as a permanent appointment, and those not appointed the class of Police Officer after successful completion of the law enforcement academy are rejected during probation. Appointment to sworn police officer will be based on overall academy performance and graduation. Academy expenses (fees, materials and equipment) of candidates hired while attending the academy will become the responsibility of the City from the date of employment.
Police Officer Trainee Job Flyer
Police Officer Trainee Job Description
Employment Application
- Lifeguard/Swim Instructors
- Program Leader I
- Public Works Maintenance Worker I (Part-Time)
