We are pleased to learn of your interest in working for the City of Haverhill.  The first step in applying for a position with us is to complete a job application (see above).  All applicants must submit a completed City of Haverhill application for the position he/she is applying for.  In addition, applicants are encouraged to submit along with the application, a cover letter and resume.  All information should be sent to: HRD@haverhillma.gov.  Upon receipt of your completed application, an email will be sent to you confirming the submission.  INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

The Interview Process

Applications will be accepted through the closing date.  Once the position has closed, all completed applications will be reviewed by the department in a timely manner.  Only those applicants selected will continue in the interview process.  This could result in one or more interviews.  Notices will be sent to those non-selected after the interview process is complete. 

Civil Service Information

The City of Haverhill Police and Fire Departments follow Massachusetts Civil Service Guidelines when hiring new personnel.  Positions are filled from an eligible list certified by the Human Resources Division of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  If you are interested in being a Public Safety employee, please visit the Massachusetts Human Resources Division Web site to apply online.  

Exam Notification

If you would like to be placed on the City of Haverhill's mailing list for one of the following civil service exams (Custodian, Clerical, Police Officer, or Firefighter), please email the Human Resources Office at HRD@haverhillma.gov. Be sure to include your full name, mailing address, and the exam in which you are interested. Once we receive notification from HRD of the exam date, we will email a copy of the announcement along with an application.