Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Stratford. The City offers a broad range of employment opportunities. We strive to attract, hire and retain the very best talent to join our team.
External Employment Opportunities Internal Employment Opportunities Student and Seasonal Opportunities Working for the Stratford Fire Department City Partners - Job Vacancies
A Workplace for Everyone - Inclusion, Diversity, Equity
The City of Stratford is committed to building a culture where difference is valued. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be on behalf of the communities we serve. We recognize that the important work we are doing has to be internal first, so it can impact what we do externally. We believe we will do that better if our employees come from different backgrounds and if we create an environment of inclusion and belonging for them. Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-racism are the principles guiding how we will build our teams, cultivate leaders and create a workplace that’s the right fit for every person. While we have more work to do to advance inclusion, diversity and equity in our workplace, we are investing to move our City forward.
Everyone is welcome to apply to our job opportunities and we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to help make our vision a reality.
Collection of Information and Security
Personal information collected from applicants and resumes is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001 will be used to determine the eligibility for employment with the City.
The information collected will be protected with the appropriate security safeguards. If you have any questions regarding the collection, storage, use or retention of recruitment information they should be directed to the Human Resources Department at (519) 271-0250 X336.
Accessibility
The City will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, assessment and selection process. If selected to participate in the recruitment process please inform Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.
Recruitment Material on this website is available in an alternate format upon request. Please contact the Clerks Office
The City of Stratford currently has approximately 325 permanent full time and part time employees. Our organization provides employees with competitive benefits and compensation, a safe and healthy work environment allowing for work/life balance, the opportunity to work with various departments to provide the best services for our community, and to work within an organization that is fun and supportive.
- Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 741 represents approximately 33 employees, including transit operators and service personnel employed at the Transit Office.
- Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 1385 Inside Workers and Local 197 Outside Workers represents approximately 176 including unionized office staff, social services, facilities, community services staff, and outside workers in the public works divisions.
- International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 636 represents approximately 17 employees, including the Water and Parallel Transit division.
- The Stratford Professional Fire Fighters Association (SPFFA) represents approximately 50 unionized employees.
- Non Bargaining Employees represents approximately 50 employees including Directors, Managers, Supervisors and Administrative staff.
Application Process
- All applicants must submit their resume online through our job opportunities page.
- Application files must be in a pdf file.
- Once your application is received through our on-line portal you will receive an email confirmation of receipt. If you do not receive a confirmation email, check the “junk” folder in your email account.
- All applications will be screened and assessed based on qualifications and experience related to the posted job and its requirements.
Interview Process
- If you are selected for an interview, Human Resources will contact you to schedule an interview time.
- Interviews will be conducted virtually or at city facilities.
- Candidates will be interviewed by a hiring panel consisting of a representative from Human Resources and members of the hiring management team.
- During the interview, candidates will be provided with an overview of the job opportunity, working conditions and position requirements.
- The interview questions will focus on your technical experience, educational background and knowledge in relation to the work criteria of the posted job.
- Job positions that are more senior in nature may be subject to a second interview process with senior department leaders.
- All applicants interviewed will be contacted by Human Resources to provide an update on their status in the interview and selection process.
Employment Reference Checks
- If you are selected as a potential candidate for employment, you will be asked by Human Resources to submit employment references from previous employers.
- Human Resources will send you by email an Employment Reference Release Form to collect your reference information.
Police Records Checks
- For some positions there may be a requirement to provide a Police Record Check as a condition of offer of employment. Human Resources will notify candidates if this is a prerequisite.
- Policy Records Checks must be dated within three (3) months of the employment offer to be considered valid.
- The type of Police Record Check required will be indicated in the job posting.
Student and Seasonal Positions
The City of Stratford provides opportunities for students to gain work experience through paid student jobs and unpaid work placement.
Looking for a student job with the City of Stratford that will allow you to have a direct and meaningful impact on your community?
Click here to view any current student and seasonal opportunities.
Fire Department Recruitment
The City of Stratford’s Fire Department team employs 50 personnel across the City. Our fire staff are passionate about public safety.
Learn more about our Fire services
Our Fire Department employees are committed to public service, and exemplify pride, professionalism, teamwork and respect. Do you have what it takes to join us?
Learn more about the recruitment process and requirements below.
- All applications will be screened to determine the candidates that will be considered for an interview.
- Candidate’s applications will be assessed and selected for interviewing based on meeting or exceeding the qualifications of the posted position.
- Human Resources will only contact applicants selected to participate in the interview process.
Application Process
- All applications will be submitted through the City’s on-line portal.
- Application files must be in pdf files.
- Applications for positions in the Fire Department must include all pertinent documents and certification requested in the job posting.
- Once your application is received through our on-line portal you will receive an email confirmation of receipt. If you do not receive a confirmation email, check the “junk” folder in your email account.
Interview Process
- The first step in the interview process consists of a formal interview with a hiring and selection panel. The hiring panel will assess the applicant’s skills, abilities and competencies for the posted position. The number of candidates selected for the interview process depends on the number of available job vacancies.
- After the first interview, those candidates who are selected for the second interview process will be invited back to meet with a subsequent hiring panel. Additional testing or assessments may be conducted at the discretion of the hiring panel.
- All applicants interviewed will be notified by Human Resources of their status in the interview and selection process throughout each stage of hiring.
- Interviews will take place virtually or at the City’s facilities. Human Resources will schedule the interviews.
Employment Reference Checks
- If you are selected as a potential candidate for employment, you will be asked by Human Resources to submit employment references from previous employers.
- Human Resources will send you by email an electronic Employment Reference Release Form to collect your reference information.
Police Records Checks
- All new employees to the City are required to provide a Police Record Check as a condition of their offer of employment.
- Policy Records Checks must be dated within three (3) months of the employment offer to be considered valid.
- The type of Police Record Check required will be indicated in the job posting.