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Future Employees

Why Work for Us?

Help make an impact in our award winning community.

Become a Police Officer

Learn more about sworn and civilian opportunities with the Gainesville Police Department.

Become an RTS Driver

Put yourself in the driver’s seat! Earn $15.91 per hour while we train you for your CDL then earn $16.97 an hour when training is complete!

Become a GFR Firefighter

Begin your journey with Gainesville Fire Rescue

Journeyman Sponsorship

Apply for sponsorship or renew your journeyman license

Be a Volunteer

Each year, our dedicated volunteers contribute hundreds of hours of their time to make Gainesville a great place to live, work and play!

Job Descriptions

These job descriptions summarize the essential responsibilities, skills and qualifications needed for each job at the City of Gainesville.

Labor Agreements

Labor agreements negotiated through collective bargaining for employees by one or more trade unions.

City Pay Plans

Learn more about city's compensation plan. The compensation plan ensures that all city employees are paid fairly for the jobs that they perform.

Equal Opportunity and Veterans' Preference

Frequently Asked Questions

Employment Policies

City of Gainesville policies, including drug-free workplace policies, code of ethical standards and code of conduct.

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200 E University Ave
Gainesville, FL 32601
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