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...

Engineer – Water Distribution (P.E. Required / Engineering Specialist Considered) City of Columbia, Missouri Full-Time | $73,424 – $90,334 annually + Outstanding Benefits | Utilities Department Posting Number: 4140P Department: Utilities Division: Water Distribution Job Code: 05113 FLSA Status: Exempt Union Affiliation: Unrepresented Pay Grade: 111 Openings: 1 Position Available Application Deadline: Open Until Filled (Preferred Apply By March 31, 2026) Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Design Infrastructure That Serves an Entire Community The City of Columbia Utilities Department is seeking a Professional Engineer to support and advance our water distribution system—one of the most essential services our community depends on every day. This is a unique opportunity to work on meaningful infrastructure projects that directly impact public health, system reliability, and long-term city growth. From system modeling and design...

Engineer – Pavement Management Public Works Department – Streets & Sidewalks Division City of Columbia, Missouri Posting Number: 4030P FLSA Status: Exempt Pay Range: $34.78 – $42.79/hour (Commensurate with experience) Engineering Specialist (non-P.E.) Range: $31.33 – $38.55/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (40 hours/week) Open Until Filled | Preferred Deadline: March 31, 2026 Position Overview The City of Columbia is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer to lead and support pavement preservation efforts within our Pavement Management Program. This position plays a critical role in maintaining and extending the life of Columbia’s street infrastructure while coordinating closely with Street Operations and other City divisions. If you are passionate about infrastructure stewardship, data-driven planning, and delivering visible results to the community, this is an opportunity to directly impact the quality and safety of our transportation network....

Police Officer (POST Certified & Trainee Opportunities Available) City of Columbia, Missouri Full-Time | $60,611 – $73,881 annually + Shift Differential | Police Department Posting Number: 4167P Department: Police Division: Operations / Patrol Job Code: 03001 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Union Affiliation: CPOA Pay Grade: P2 Number of Openings: Establishing Eligibility Roster Application Deadline: June 17, 2026 Open Until Filled: No Schedule: 12-hour shifts (assigned based on seniority, including nights, weekends, and holidays) The City of Columbia Police Department is seeking motivated, service-driven individuals ready to make a difference in their community. Whether you are an experienced law enforcement professional or just starting your career, this is an opportunity to serve, protect, and build a meaningful career with one of the most respected municipalities in Missouri. Starting Pay and Career Path Opportunities: POST Certified...

Equipment Operator – Refuse / Landfill (CDL Required) City of Columbia, Missouri Full-Time | $23.26 – $25.68 per hour + Excellent Benefits | Utilities Department Posting Number: 4178P Department: Utilities Division: Refuse Job Code: 02303 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Union Affiliation: Local 955 Pay Grade: 107 Openings: 3–4 Positions Available Application Deadline: Open Until Filled (Preferred Apply By May 9, 2026) Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with occasional Saturdays (8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) Build a Career That Keeps Columbia Running The City of Columbia Utilities Department is hiring Equipment Operators to support essential refuse and landfill operations that keep our community clean, safe, and moving forward. This is more than just a job — it’s a stable, full-time career with competitive pay, strong benefits, and the opportunity to work with a skilled team that takes pride in doing important work every day. If you...