Open Positions
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Application Timeline
The following is the typical steps for most recruitments with the City of Wauwatosa. Certain positions, such as Police and Fire roles may have additional steps as part of their recruitment process.
- Application
Submit your application through our career portal. Our HR team and the hiring department review applications to evaluate qualifications. We’ll communicate updates about your application status by email.
- Interview
If you’re selected to move forward, we’ll invite you to interview with a panel. We typically schedule interviews within 1-2 weeks after the application deadline.
- Employment Offer
If we select you after the interview process, we’ll extend a conditional offer of employment. The offer is contingent on completing required pre-employment screenings.
- Pre-Boarding
Once you’re cleared for hire, you can begin completing your onboarding paperwork electronically. Our HR team will also share details about your first day.
- Start Work
Human Resources will confirm your start date and provide all the information you need about where to report and what to expect on your first day.