SLATE and City of St. Louis Partner on Hiring Event for Utility Workers, Lifeguards and Recreation Assistants

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~ The City of St. Louis, in collaboration with the SLATE Missouri Job Center, is set to host a major hiring event on Friday, January 23rd. The event aims to fill 200 limited-term utility worker positions within the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry. These openings are available in both the Parks and Forestry divisions.

In addition to these positions, the Recreation Division is also looking to hire several seasonal roles such as lifeguards and recreation assistants. The hiring fair will take place at the SLATE office located at 1520 Market St., 1st Floor Conference Room in downtown St. Louis. The event will begin at 8:30 a.m. and is open to the public.

This hiring event offers screening interviews for individuals seeking outdoor, hands-on work opportunities. These positions are available as either seasonal roles or career-track opportunities, providing a direct pathway into public service. Many current City employees began their careers as utility workers and some return year after year for reliable seasonal employment. All applicants are required to bring a state-issued ID or driver's license.

Director of Personnel Brian Light expressed his excitement about these job opportunities stating, "St. Louis can be a place where everyone has the tools and support they need not only to survive but to thrive." He also emphasized that these positions are more than just jobs; they are an invitation for individuals to help build a stronger and more vibrant city while creating real career opportunities for residents.

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The City of St. Louis takes pride in being a second-chance employer and is committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities to all qualified candidates, including those with past justice system involvement. SLATE Executive Director Connie L. Johnson shared her personal experience stating, "SLATE changed my life when I was young, and I am honored to now help provide those same life-changing opportunities to St. Louisans." She also mentioned that both SLATE and the Department of Personnel are ready to assist individuals in taking the next step towards a better future.

Applicants are encouraged to bring a resume to speed up the application process. For those who need assistance creating or updating their resume, SLATE is offering a Resume Building Workshop prior to the hiring event. These workshops are held weekly on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Interested individuals can register by calling SLATE's front desk at 314-589-8000.

To further reduce registration time on the day of the event, applicants can create or update their profile at https://jobs.mo.gov in advance. The event details are as follows:

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Date: Friday, January 23rd, 2026

Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location: SLATE Missouri Job Center, 1520 Market St., Suite 3050, St. Louis, MO 63103

What: Hiring event and application assistance

There are specific requirements for each position that applicants must meet. Lifeguard applicants must be at least 15 years old at the time of application and must have swimming ability. Recreation assistants must have experience participating in coaching or officiating sports activities.

Utility workers for Parks & Forestry must be at least 18 years old at the time of application, and Parks Division applicants must have a driver's license. Hiring managers will conduct screening interviews on-site.

Candidates are encouraged to apply online in advance to help reduce wait times on the day of the event. Applications can be submitted at www.stlouis-mo.gov/jobs.

For more information about this hiring event, please contact SLATE Missouri Job Center at 314-589-8000. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking employment in outdoor work and those looking for career advancement opportunities within public service.

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