Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Ames. Employment with the City of Ames is based on the merit principle. This means that hiring decisions are made through an objective process of evaluating candidates' qualifications in order to select those who best match the requirements of vacant positions. Most positions with the City of Ames are under Civil Service as provided by the Code of Iowa; however, the selection process is similar for non-Civil Service categories. For more information regarding employment standards, please go to our Employment Standards Page.
The City of Ames is committed to providing the highest quality of public service possible. We are dedicated to both the hiring and developing of City employees who share in this commitment of service to the citizens of Ames. All employees are important members of the City team and we do our utmost to ensure that we hire the best available candidates while promoting equality of opportunity.
We appreciate your interest in employment with the City of Ames and welcome your application.
DEPARTMENTAL AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
2007 "GOLD" WELL WORKPLACE AWARD
The cornerstone of the Wellness Council of America is the "Well Workplace" Awards process. This innovative initiative recognizes quality and excellence in worksite health promotion. Driven by a pre-defined set of worksite wellness criteria, organizations of all kinds compete to be recognized as one of America's Healthiest Companies.