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The Human Resources Talent Acquisition division supports city departments, employees, and applicants throughout the recruitment process for the City's workforce. The Human Resources Talent Acquisition division resides in the Talent Acquisition Bureau and is responsible for hiring classified and unclassified service positions. A strong focus is placed on revitalizing and centralizing key areas of the City’s recruitment and onboarding processes while curating a great candidate experienceThe TA division enforces hiring practices that reflect and align with the City’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. 

We will:

  • Hire a diverse workforce so the City can serve the community well.
  • Communicate clearly with candidates and hiring managers.
  • Track hiring data to learn what jobs we will need.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with external agencies, colleges, vendors, associations, and other bodies to find job candidates.

Begin Your Job Search with the City of Long Beach

Step 1 - Create Resume and Cover Letter Step 2 - Find open positions and apply Step 3 - Interview Prep

CONTACT

For inquiries regarding employment please call the TA Help Desk at 562-570-7008 or email HR-TalentAcquisition@longbeach.gov.

Tutorial Videos

 
  • How to create Government Jobs account

    To apply to a position at the City of Long Beach - all applications must be submitted through Governmentjobs.com. If you do not have an account on GovernmentJobs.com, check out this video tutorial on how to create a Government Jobs account and begin your application process.

Resources

 
  • Long Beach Public Library

    The Long Beach Public Library offers a digital library with an extensive list of resources to help with career development. All you need is your free library card to access the catalog. Visit the Business and Career Development Digital Library here for more information.

  • Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network Adult Career Services Center

    The Economic Development & Opportunity’s Workforce Development Bureau connects individuals and businesses to opportunities—jobseekers to employment and businesses to skilled workers.

    The Bureau's Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network Adult Career Services Center helps jobseekers access career development, training and job placement resources. Check out their website for more information.

    Services provided: 

    • Career counseling - One-on-one counseling, assessment tools, labor market information, career exploration, and planning
    • Job Search - Resume assistance, interview preparation, networking, job search strategies, job fairs, and hiring events
    • Training and Education - Training, certifications, and apprenticeship opportunities 
    • Technology – Access to computers, internet, Wi-Fi, copiers, printers, phones, and fax machines