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1. How do I know when the City is accepting applications?

Positions open to the public are posted on the City’s website and various other locations such as, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other various on-line job posting sites, based on the position being solicited. To be notified when a job vacancy is posted on the City’s website signup for "Notify Me".  Refer to the Employment Opportunities page of the City’s website for job vacancies and to apply. 

2. How do I apply for a position at the City?

Applications are ONLY accepted for open positions and the City does NOT hold unsolicited resumes or applications. Refer to the Employment Opportunities page of the website for current open positions.

3. What is involved in the City's hiring process?

The City's applicant screening process is used for all job positions within the City to ensure applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the position in which applications are being accepted.

The interview and selection process is tailored to each specific job and may include, but not limited to, oral interviews, written tests, physical ability tests, pre-employment criminal history, and drug screen. In addition, Police Department positions may include polygraph examinations, psychological and medical evaluations, and background investigation.

4. How old do you have to be to work for the City?

With the exception of the City Administrator and police officers, an individual must be at least eighteen (18) years of age to be employed by the City of Osage Beach.

To be employed as the City Administrator for the City of Osage Beach, an individual must be at least twenty-four (24) years of age and to be a police officer for the City of Osage Beach (required by Missouri State Statutes) an individual must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

5. Is there a residency requirement to work for the City?

With the exception of the City Administrator, there are NO residency requirements for City employment.

The City Administrator, along with all elected officials, must live in and be a resident of the City of Osage Beach.