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.
- Public Safety Dispatcher
Apply by: Friday, 9/30/2022
The Public Safety Dispatcher performs the full range and scope of dispatching duties including maintaining field communications with public safety personnel with minimal guidance and supervision. Receives emergency and non emergency requests for law enforcement services and dispatches via radio, telephone and other communications media; provides telecommunications support and incident coordination for field units. Work shifts will rotate and mandatory overtime may be required.
Public Safety Dispatcher Recruitment Flyer
Public Safety Dispatcher Job Description
Employment Application
- Senior Civil Engineer
Apply by: Open until filled
The Senior Civil Engineer classification is a registered Civil Engineer and performs 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.
Senior Civil Engineer Job Flyer
Employment Application
Senior Civil Engineer Job Description
- 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
- 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
- Director of Financial Services
Open Until Filled
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.
Finance Director Flyer
Employment Application
Director of Financial Services Job Description
- 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
- Public Works Maintenance Worker I (Part-Time)
- Code Enforcement Consultant (Part-Time)
- Part Time Facility Aide
Apply Now! Open until filled.
Potential candidates must have a positive attitude and be able to work independently. The duties include, but are not limited too, light maintenance of facilities, janitorial activities, special event setup and tear down, facility rental oversight with renter interaction, and other similar duties as assigned.
Part Time Facility Aide Flyer
Facility Aide Job Description
Employment Application
