Working at the City

Accommodations are available at any stage in the recruitment process to ensure a barrier-free experience. Email hrcity@cityofkingston.ca or call 613-546-4291 ext.1267.

Work for the organization that makes Kingston one of the best places to live in Canada! We value our employees who deliver superior service to those who live, work, and play here. Check out our “Tell Me More” podcast to learn more about our people, projects, initiatives.

About Kingston

World’s Best Cities named Kingston one of Canada’s best small cities!

History and innovation thrive in our dynamic city located along the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, an easy drive from Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, in the heart of eastern Ontario. Kingston’s high quality of life offers access to world-class education and research institutions, nature and hiking trails, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living, and vibrant entertainment.

Learn more about what makes Kingston so special on PossibleMadeHere.org.

Employee benefits

We are proud to offer our employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including extended health care coverage, travel and life insurance, and long-term disability. Depending on your role and terms of employment with us, your benefits may vary.

Other benefits our employees may receive access to include:

Pension plan
Vacation
Wellness resources
Training and education
Flexible work options
Perks including discounted transit and fitness passes
Relocation support

Employee testimonials

By Russell Horne, Supervisor of Energy and Asset Management.

“Every day brings a new challenge and a new opportunity to do something great. I am thankful to be working in an industry that thrives off innovation and new ideas. I have the chance to significantly impact my community, and my work directly reduces City operating costs and carbon footprint. I go home every day knowing that I make a difference in the world.”

By Paul Legacey, Technology Associate.

“Energetic, empowering and awesome are the three words I’d use to describe my job. I am thankful to be with the City and knowing we are working towards the same goal – to provide the best services we can, with the ability to add our own touch.”

Contact

Online Application and Technical Assistance
webhelp.njoyn@cgi.com
Phone: 1-877-427-7717

Contact

General Recruitment Questions
hrcity@cityofkingston.ca
Phone: 613-546-4291 ext. 1267

The City of Kingston acknowledges that we are on the traditional homeland of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and the Huron-Wendat, and thanks these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land.

Today, the City is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.

Learn more about the City's reconciliation initiatives .