Job Details

About the Position

The City of Saint Paul Libraries, Planning and Economic Development, Public Works, Police, and Parks and Recreation Departments are hiring Office Assistant III positions to perform complex clerical and word processing work that requires independent judgment.

Information about the current vacancies:

• Planning and Economic Development (PED) - 1 vacancy
• Libraries - 1 vacancy
• Parks and Recreation Department/Como Park Zoo and Conservatory - 1 vacancy
• Police - 2 vacancies: Western District and Police Headquarters/Human Resources unit
• Public Works - 1 vacancy

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time. The eligible list created from this assessment will also be used to fill Office Assistant III positions as they become available in various departments within the City.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Development certificate (GED) and four years of clerical/administrative experience, two years which must have been as an Office Assistant II, or equivalent. Two years of post-high school education can be substituted for two years of clerical/administrative experience if the curriculum included course work related to the work performed by the Office or Executive Assistant classes.

How to Apply

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
2. Upload or submit the following document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
   • A resume (optional) - please ensure that your vacancy related experience is documented.

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide. Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Learn more about our Hiring Process

Assessment: Qualifications Rating and Computerized Assessment Qualifications Rating: The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline. Computerized Assessment: An electronic assessment designed to evaluate your ability to perform the duties of the position. These components include Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word simulations. Please Note: Qualified candidates will receive the assessment the week of September 7, 2026, through the email address included in your application. If you have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, you may be eligible for accommodation in the assessment process. Please contact Diane Turnbull at 651-266-6506 to request a testing accommodation. Calculation of the Final Score = (Qualifications Rating *.40) + (Computerized Assessment *.60) = 100% GENERAL INFORMATION:

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Eligible Lists Created from Open Job Posting: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.

Final Selection Process: Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position will require a credit check and a background check for the Planning and Economic Development Department, a Police background check for the Police Department, and a background check for Libraries, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Human Resources Contact Information: Diane Turnbull at 651-266 -6506 Email: diane.turnbull@stpaul.gov The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

City of Saint Paul Offers Competitive Benefits

City Paid Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Vacation/Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
• Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Program

Optional Benefits:

• Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance

For a detailed overview, visit General Benefits.