City of Columbia MO- HR

Bus Driver – City of Columbia, Missouri (Public Works Department) Starting Pay: $20.95 – $21.37 per hour (depending on training and experience) Plus: $1.00/hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM Schedule: Full-time, minimum 40 hours per week (8-hour or split shifts available) Application Deadline: March 9th, 2026 The City of Columbia, Missouri is hiring full-time Bus Drivers to provide safe, reliable, and customer-focused public transit service for our community. If you’re dependable, enjoy working with people, and want a stable job with excellent pay and benefits, this is your opportunity to drive your career forward with the City that works for you! Why Join the City of Columbia Transit Team? Full-time, steady work – 40 hours per week with overtime opportunities. Excellent pay and shift differentials – Earn $20.64–$21.06/hour plus $1.00/hour for evening and overnight hours (6 PM–6 AM). Outstanding...

Community Service Aide – Columbia Police Department Starting Pay: $18.59 per hour Plus: $1.00/hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 80 hours in a 14-day period (varied days depending on assigned squad) Positions Available: 9 Application Deadline: March 9, 2026 (preferred) — Open until filled The City of Columbia Police Department is seeking Community Service Aides to support patrol operations by handling non-emergency calls for service, most frequently related to traffic crashes. This position provides an excellent opportunity to serve your community, gain valuable law enforcement experience, and work alongside a dedicated team of professionals who protect and serve the citizens of Columbia. About the Role Community Service Aides respond to non-fatal traffic crashes, handle minor misdemeanor calls with no suspect information, and provide exceptional customer service to citizens both in the field...

Police Officer – City of Columbia, Missouri Starting Pay: $60,611.20 – $73,881.60 annually ($29.14 – $35.52 per hour) Plus: $1.00/hour shift differential for all hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM Application Deadline: March 16, 2026 The City of Columbia, Missouri is seeking highly motivated, dependable, and community-minded individuals to join our Police Department. As a Columbia Police Officer, you will serve and protect citizens, prevent and investigate crime, and uphold the highest standards of public safety and professionalism. Salary and Lateral Entry Program POST Certified Officers: Starting at $60,611.20 annually ($29.14/hour), up to $73,881.60 annually ($35.52/hour). Shift Differential: $1.00/hour for all hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Lateral Entry Pay: Officers with full-time law enforcement or qualifying military police experience may enter the pay plan based on years of service (up to 10 years). Final...

Job Title Assistant Director of Economic Development Location Columbia, Missouri Position Type Full-Time, Exempt Salary Range $87,381 – $111,010 annually, commensurate with training and experience Posting Number 4074P Department Economic Development Division General Operations Application Status- Open Until Filled Preferred Application Deadline: February 13, 2026 (11:59 p.m.) Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Some evening and after-hours work required Position Overview The purpose of this job is to advance the Economic Development Department (EDD) and Regional Economic Development Incorporated (REDI) mission of fostering a vibrant business environment that creates quality job opportunities and supports upward economic mobility for residents of Columbia and Boone County. This position (1) facilitates industrial site development and marketing; (2) attracts business investments by marketing the region, managing...

Position Title:  Crew Leader, Airport Department: City Manager Division: Airport Job Code: 02400 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Union Status: Unrepresented Pay Grade: 108 Number of Openings: 1 Employment Type: Full-Time Starting Salary: $25.43 – $31.28 per hour (minimum to midpoint), commensurate with training and experience Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with some weekends and holidays required Application Status: Open Until Filled Preferred Application Date: Monday, January 26, 2026 The City of Columbia is seeking a skilled and dependable Crew Leader to support operations at the Columbia Regional Airport. This position plays a critical role in maintaining airport facilities, airfield areas, equipment, fencing, and grounds while ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Administration and Transportation Security Administration regulations. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, detail-oriented, and experienced in leading and coordinating...

Job Title: Electrician – Parks and Recreation Department Location: Columbia, Missouri Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Salary: $25.43 – $31.01 per hour, commensurate with experience Posting Number: 4038P Department: Parks and Recreation Union Affiliation: Local 955 Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., occasional evenings and weekends as required Application Deadline: January 5, 2026 Position Summary: The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a licensed Master Electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems across city parks, recreation facilities, and construction projects. This role ensures safe, efficient, and code-compliant electrical work, secures necessary permits, coordinates inspections, and provides technical expertise to support the city’s construction and maintenance programs. Key Responsibilities: Perform highly skilled electrical work including installation,...