The Hiring Process

Step 1

Review the City of Lauderhill's job openings City of Lauderhill Job Opportunities Page and the minimum/preferred qualifications for each position.

Step 2

Complete an online application for the position(s) that match your interests and qualifications by creating or signing into your Government Jobs account. 

Step 3

Submit the online application with any required attachments. 

Step 4

Allow up to two (2) weeks for Human Resources, subject matter experts, and the hiring managers to review all applications.

Step 5

Monitor your email after application submission for application status updates and invitations to self-schedule for a phone interview, assessment, practical, in-person interview, etc. 

Instructions

Click HERE for instructions on how to apply for a job and submit a job interest inquiry. 

Applicant Screening

Due to the volume of applications the City receives, every applicant meeting the minimum qualifications cannot be guaranteed an interview.  Applicants are selected for an interview based on education and work experience most closely matching the requirements of the position and may undergo additional selection and screening processes which may include an evaluation of training and experience, and written, oral and performance-based testing.

Drug and alcohol testing is conducted based upon City policy, Federal, State and Local requirements. The City of Lauderhill is an E-Verify employer.

Certified and Non-Certified Police Officer Positions

To apply for the police officer position, please visit the Police Recruitment and Selection Information Page.

Internal Job Opportunities

Current full-time City of Lauderhill employees may apply for internal/promotional opportunities by completing an internal application for positions posted on the Internal Job Opportunities Page that match their interests and qualifications.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City is required to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability. The requirement applies to the application process, any pre-employment testing, interviews, and actual employment if the City is informed that such accommodation is needed in advance. If you have a disability and require an accommodation, you may request an accommodation at any time by contacting the City of Lauderhill's Human Resources Department at (954) 730-3090. Some accommodations may require advanced planning. We suggest that requests are made as early as possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The City of Lauderhill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City of Lauderhill will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Veterans' Preference

As provided in the Florida Statutes, preference in initial appointment will be given to applicants who are eligible. Eligible applicants must complete the Veterans' Preference section of the application at the time it is submitted and include a copy of their DD214 indicating disposition of service. Applicants must also include any additional required documents to support their level of preference eligibility.

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

We may waive a postsecondary educational requirement for a position of employment (except if the position is exempt under the statute e.g., temporary employees, members of boards and commissions, positions that require an employee to be a member of the Florida Bar) for a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard or a veteran who has been honorably discharged if the person is otherwise qualified for the position.

Resident Preference

Applicants who are residents of the City of Lauderhill and who are considered to be qualified for an open position may be given preference over an applicant with the same qualifications who does not reside in the City of Lauderhill. Except where federal or state law mandates to the contrary, any and all residents of the City making applications for initial employment and who provide proof of residency for six (6) months prior to submitting an application, shall be entitled to a five (5) point preference in hiring.