Employment Opportunities

The City of Montclair does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, age, sex or sexual orientation.

Police Department Hiring Standards, Please read this information prior to applying for any position in the Police Department.

Fire Department Hiring Standards, Please read this information prior to applying for any position in the Fire Department.

Typing Certificate Requirement/Providing Agencies Attached is a suggested list of agencies that will test you and provide you with a typing certificate. Various fees apply depending on the agency. Please read the requirements listed on this sheet carefully if the position for which you are applying requires a typing certificate.

Application and Supplements

Click one of the links below to download the City of Montclair Employment Application

Montclair Employment Application

Fillable Employment Application

Printable Employment Application

If applying for Police - Peace Officer or Positions working with Children (Recreation or Learning),
the following is also required:

Supplemental Questionnaire for Police - Peace Officer

Fillable Supplemental Questionnaire (Police)

Printable Supplemental Questionnaire (Police)

Supplemental Questionnaire for Recreation and Learning Positions

Fillable Supplemental Questionnaire (Human Services)

Printable Supplemental Questionnaire (Human Services)

Learning Positions: Montclair After-School Program Employment Application Supplement also required.

After-School Program Application Supplement

Fillable After-School Program Application Supplement

Printable After-School Program Application Supplement

Note: Please save Application and/or Supplemental Questionnaires to a local drive. You can then open to complete and re-save your answers for submission. "Fillable" versions allow you to type in your answers, but must be printed out for a physical signature. "Printable" versions have lines to fill in your answers by hand or typewriter. All applications must have a physical signature (not digital signature), emailed pdfs and faxed copies showing the physical signature will satisfy filing deadlines.

Administrative Specialist

Full Time
2 days ago

Type: Full Time Salary/Pay Rate: $3,877 – $4,713/Mo. Posted Date: 09/14/2021 Post Expiration: 10/04/2021 Under minimal direction, supports the operations of the department; assists the department head and division heads; assists in developing and implementing technical and confidential procedures; takes notes at, and prepares minutes for, a variety of meetings; and performs related duties as required....

Assistant Planner

Full Time
3 days ago

Type: Full Time Salary/Pay Rate: $4,991 – $6,066/Mo. Posted Date: 09/14/2021 Post Expiration: 10/19/2021 Under general supervision, performs technical and professional land use and urban planning work, including current and advance planning and implementation of the City's General Plan, zoning code, and the administration of land use and design regulations and policies; reviews and processes basic...

Maintenance Worker (Part-Time)

Part Time
2 weeks ago

Type: Part Time Salary/Pay Rate: $19.38 – $23.56/hr. Posted Date: 09/01/2021 Post Expiration: 09/29/2021 Under supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and construction work projects in the Public Works Department; operates vehicles, equipment, and tools; and performs related duties as required. Please review the full job flyer before applying. The job flyer...

Firefighter (Paramedic) (Entry-Level)

Full Time
2 months ago

Type: Full Time Scheduled salary increases through 2025 - up to $104,148/yr. Posted Date:07/06/2021 Continuous Recruitment Responds to alarms and fights fires following departmental procedures; assists in building ventilation; performs salvage work after emergencies; rescues endangered persons; operates fire trucks, and other apparatus; assists in simple maintenance, upkeep, and repairs to Fire Department apparatus and...

Learning Leader

Part Time
6 months ago

Type:Part Time Salary/Pay Rate:$14.98 - $18.21/hr Posted Date:06/21/2016 This is part-time position dependent on grant funding and grant performance. The incumbent may work an average of 29 hours per week as needed, Monday through Friday between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at a designated Montclair After-School Program (MAP) site, with some occasional...

Reserve Police Officer level III and II

Part Time
6 months ago

Type:Part Time Salary/Pay Rate:$300 Per Month (Plus City Pays for uniforms and equipment) Posted Date:07/06/2017 Voluntary, part-time assignment, assisting regular Police Officers in full range of responsibilities (dependent upon level of training and departmental orientation). May work special "plain-clothes" assignments and other "paid-duty" details. May be assigned dispatcher or clerical duties. Please review the full...

Police Officer (Lateral)

Full Time
6 months ago

Type: Full Time Salary/Pay Rate: $6,369- $8,036*/month Posted Date: 07/06/2017 Under general supervision prevents crimes, enforces laws, investigates complaints, and apprehend criminals and suspects; protects the innocent, helps the distressed, safeguards public rights, and aids in the administration of justice; and assumes responsibilities and performs duties related to the work, as required. *Includes other special...

Police Officer (Entry-Level)

Full Time
6 months ago

Before submitting an employment application, candidates for the Police Officer (Entry-Level) recruitment must pass either the California POST PelletB with a T-score total of 48 or higher or apply first through the National Testing Network (NTN) and take the test administered by them. Candidates applying through NTN should not submit a City Application until requested...

Police Dispatcher (Lateral)

Full Time
6 months ago

Type: Full Time Salary/Pay Rate: $4,159 - $5,055/month Posted Date: 11/21/2018 4:54 PM This is a lateral recruitment for experienced Public Safety Dispatchers, or candidates who have successfully completed, or are currently enrolled in, the Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course. Under supervision, receives and transmits emergency public safety messages by telephone, voice radio, and alarm...

Police Dispatcher (Entry-Level)

Full Time
6 months ago

Type: Full Time Salary/Pay Rate: $4,159 - $5,055/month Posted Date: 11/21/2018 This is a recruitment for Entry-Level Public Safety Dispatchers. Under supervision, receives and transmits emergency public safety messages by telephone, voice radio, and alarm signals, and performs related duties as required. Must work alternating shifts including some weekends and holidays. Please review the full job flyer before...

Police Cadet

Part Time
6 months ago

Type: Part Time Salary/Pay Rate: $14.52 - 17.65/Hr. Posted Date: 06/21/2016 This is a part-time position (20-30 hours of duty per week) with no fringe benefits other than salary and sick leave accrual as per the Healthy Workplace/Healthy Families Act of 2014. Police Cadets are non-sworn personnel and are generally assigned to the Special Services...