Frequently Asked Questions about City of St. Louis Careers

Yes, the City of St. Louis does offer special recognition awards for employees. The awards include Employee of the Month, Quarterly Award, Annual Award, and Lifetime Achievement Award. The awards are designed to recognize and reward outstanding performance, teamwork, and commitment to the City of St. Louis.

Yes, the City of St. Louis offers tuition assistance to employees who are enrolled in an accredited college or university. For more information, please visit the City of St. Louis Human Resources website.

Yes, the City of St Louis offers several volunteer opportunities. For more information on the different programs and how to get involved, please visit the City's website here: https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/volunteer-programs/volunteer-opportunities.cfm

Yes, the City of St. Louis offers several special job programs. These include the St. Louis Earn and Learn Program, the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, the St. Louis Works Initiative, and the Summer Youth Employment Program.

Yes, new City of St Louis employees are subject to a six-month probationary period. During this time, employees are evaluated to ensure they are meeting the duties and expectations of their position.

No, the City of St. Louis does not offer relocation assistance.

Yes, the City of St. Louis offers flexible work arrangements for a variety of positions. These arrangements can include flexible work hours, telework, job sharing, and compressed work weeks. Employees should contact their supervisor or Human Resources for more information.

No, the City of St Louis does not provide on-site childcare for employees.

No, the City of St Louis does not require job-specific tests or assessments to be taken before you can work for the City. However, the City does require the successful completion of a background check and a drug screening before finalizing any offers of employment.

Yes, the City of St Louis offers a defined benefit pension plan to eligible employees. The plan is administered by the St. Louis Employees’ Retirement System (SLERS). Eligible employees may also choose to participate in the Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System (LAGERS). Additionally, the City also offers a deferred compensation plan, which allows employees to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis.

Yes, the City of St Louis offers a variety of professional development opportunities. These include workshops, seminars, and classes on topics such as leadership, customer service, diversity, and conflict resolution. The city also offers online courses and webinars on a variety of topics. Additionally, the city provides professional development programs and events for city employees.

The City of St Louis does not currently offer any job-specific mentoring programs. However, the St Louis County Workforce Development Board does offer a variety of programs and services designed to assist job seekers in finding employment and developing their skills. These include job search assistance, resume and cover letter writing assistance, job fairs, and job clubs.

Yes, the City of St. Louis offers discounts to City of St. Louis employees at certain local businesses. These discounts are available through the City of St. Louis Employee Discount Program. To be eligible for the program, employees must be actively employed and have a valid City of St. Louis employee ID. For more information, visit the City of St. Louis Human Resources website.

No, the City of St. Louis does not have a job referral program.

Yes, the City of St Louis does provide paid time off for employees. This includes vacation, sick, and personal days, as well as holiday pay.

Yes, the City of St. Louis offers employee recognition programs. These programs include awards for outstanding employee performance, employee appreciation days, and awards for employees who go above and beyond. The City also offers awards for years of service and awards for employees who have made significant contributions to the City.

The City of St Louis employs a workforce that is diverse in terms of race, gender, age, disability, religion, national origin, and sexual orientation. The City of St Louis is committed to creating a workplace environment that is inclusive and respectful of all employees. The City of St Louis values the unique contributions that each employee brings to the workplace and encourages employees to bring their whole selves to work.

Yes, the City of St Louis does have a dress code for employees. The code states that city employees should dress in a professional manner that is appropriate for the job and the environment. The code also states that, when in doubt, employees should err on the side of being conservative.

You can apply for jobs with the City of St Louis by visiting their website at www.stlouis-mo.gov/jobs. There you will find a list of available job openings, with instructions on how to apply online.

Yes, the City of St Louis requires all employees to be at least 16 years old.