City of Milwaukee Career Fairs at Library Branches: Free Fall Dates Start Oct. 15

MILWAUKEE, WI — Want a City of Milwaukee job but got lost in the online application? The City is bringing its recruiters to your neighborhood library. The fall stretch of the City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee Public Library career fair tour starts Thursday, October 15, at Villard Square on the northwest side, then moves to Good Hope, Tippecanoe and Central Library downtown before December.

Four free City of Milwaukee career fairs at library branches between October 15 and December 2, open to the public, with City staff on hand to help you apply.

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📍 At a Glance

Event	City of Milwaukee & MPL Career and Resource Fairs
Fall dates	Thursday, Oct. 15 · Tuesday, Nov. 3 · Thursday, Nov. 19 · Wednesday, Dec. 2
Times	3:00 – 5:00 p.m. on Thursdays; 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. on the Tuesday and Wednesday
Locations	Milwaukee Public Library branches (addresses below)
Cost	Free
Format	In person, drop in during the posted hours
Registration	Sign in at the registration table when you arrive
Eligibility	Open to the public

🗺️ Four Branches, Four Chances This Fall

The City's career fair page lists each stop. The format is the same at every branch, so pick the one closest to home or the hour that fits your shift.

Thursday, October 15, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Villard Square Branch, 5190 N. 35th St. Northwest side, at the corner of Villard Avenue.
Tuesday, November 3, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Good Hope Branch, 7715 W. Good Hope Rd. Far northwest side. It's also Election Day, so plan around the polls.
Thursday, November 19, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Tippecanoe Branch, 3912 S. Howell Ave. The south side stop, handy for Bay View and the airport area.
Wednesday, December 2, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave. Downtown and on a long list of bus routes.

More branch fairs continue into early 2027, the City says, ending with a City Hall career fair in April.

💼 Who Will Be at the Tables

The City names three departments: the Department of Employee Relations, which runs City hiring, the Department of Neighborhood Services and the Milwaukee Health Department. City partner organizations join them. Staff will help with applications and offer guidance on the spot.

That help matters. The City only accepts applications through its online employment center, and each posting has its own requirements and deadline. Recent openings on the City's jobs page have included engineering technicians, equipment operators, an industrial machine repair position, police aides, police officers and fire cadets. Postings turn over constantly, so treat that as a sample, not a promise. The City also advertises health insurance and retirement plans for employees; ask the recruiters which benefits apply to the job you want.

✅ What to Bring

A few printed copies of your resume
A photo ID and copies of any licenses or certifications, such as a driver's license or CDL
Your email address and password, so you can start or finish an online application with staff beside you

The City offers disability accommodations if you request them at least 72 hours ahead through its ADA coordinator at 414-286-3475. Questions about the fairs go to City staffing services at 414-286-3751, and the recorded job hotline is 414-286-5555.

🔎 Start Your City and Public Sector Job Search

City jobs post with firm deadlines, so it pays to look before fair day. Search the roles the City has been filling, and the nearby public and health employers hiring in the same fields.

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City of Milwaukee Career Fair FAQ

Are the City of Milwaukee library career fairs free?

Yes. The City says the fairs are free and open to the public. Sign in at the registration table when you arrive.

Can I apply for a City job at the fair?

City staff will help you with applications on-site. Every City application is submitted through the online employment center, so the fair is the place to get help filling one out.

Do I need to live in Milwaukee to go?

No. The fairs are open to the public. Some City jobs carry their own residency rules, including emergency positions such as police and fire, so check each posting.

Are there other Milwaukee job fairs this fall?

Yes. Our fall guide tracks MATC fairs, Employ Milwaukee job fairs and employer hiring days at the Milwaukee County Job Center, updated as new events are confirmed.

Get Ready for Fair Day

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