Careers

Clarington is growing and our workforce is, too!

Clarington is an equal opportunity employer and a great place to build a career. We value teamwork, diversity and offer an environment where staff can grow and pursue advancement opportunities while making a difference to the community.

We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable, diverse and barrier-free environment for our team. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process or in performing your position, please contact the Human Resources Division at careers@clarington.net.

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Job Opportunities (External Applicants)

View current job opportunities for external applicants.

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Job Opportunities (Internal Applicants)

View current job openings for internal (staff) applicants.

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Part-Time Job Information

Learn about part-time positions and the application process.

Learn more about our Part-Time Jobs

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only contact applicants under consideration to advance to the next stage of the hiring process.

Clarington's Core Values

The Municipality of Clarington is committed to being an employer of choice—attracting, retaining and developing talented, innovative and hard-working staff who are inclusive, diverse and representative of the community they serve.

Clarington promotes a culture of corporate excellence that is built on the core values of accountability, integrity and respect.

These values will guide the Municipality as it works to enhance the quality of life in our community. They define what we stand for, how we do our jobs, how we treat one another and how we serve the people of Clarington.

Accountability

We are accountable to one another and to our community.
We take responsibility for our actions and our decisions.
We are efficient, effective, and responsible stewards of municipal resources.
We provide exceptional service to the people of Clarington.

Integrity

We are honest, dependable, fair and transparent in our decisions and decision-making.

We hold ourselves to a high ethical standard.

We are committed to maintaining a safe, trusting, and supportive environment by demonstrating professionalism, good judgement and personal leadership.

Respect

We treat everyone respectfully and promote an inclusive, diverse, accessible, and fair workplace.

We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration.

We value the input, contributions, knowledge and experience of others.

We are committed to building and championing an engaged and informed community.

How to apply

Clarington employee cutting weeds To apply for a specific job opportunity, you must first sign up for an account to create your profile, upload your resume, and add additional information to your profile. We do not accept mailed, emailed, hand-delivered or faxed resumes or cover letters.

Instructions to create a new account

New accounts get created when applicants apply for a job for the first time. Follow these steps to create a new account.

Go to careers.clarington.net. (We recommend using Google Chrome for the best experience.)
Click on a job posting to view the details, then click Apply.
Fill out the required fields or sign in using one of your social media accounts.
Click Continue.
Enter the verification code that was sent by email or text.
Click Verify.

Your account has now been created, and you can proceed through the application steps.

Enter your personal information in the required fields.
Upload your resume and any other attachments under the section Curriculum Vitae.
Complete any job-related pre-screening questions (if applicable).
Review your application to ensure the information you filled out is accurate.
If you agree with the self-attestation, select “Yes, I agree to sign electronically” and type in your full name as a acknowledgement.
Click Submit.
You will receive an automated email or text to confirm that we have received you application.

Instructions to apply for a job opportunity

Follow these steps to apply for a job opportunity:

Go to careers.clarington.net. (We recommend using Google Chrome for the best experience.)
Click on a job posting to view the details, then click Apply.
Log in to your account or create a new account (see instructions above).
Enter your personal information in the required fields.
If you haven't already, upload your resume and any other attachments under the section Curriculum Vitae.
Complete any job-related pre-screening questions (if applicable).
Review your application to ensure the information is accurate.
If you agree with the self-attestation, select “Yes, I agree to sign electronically” and type in your full name as a acknowledgement.
Click Submit.
You will receive an automated email or text to confirm that we have received you application.

Need help?

If you experience any technical difficulties or require accommodation during job application process, please contact the Human Resources Division at 905-623-3379 or email careers@clarington.net.

Frequently asked questions

Logging in

Do I need to log in to search for and review jobs?

You can view positions that are currently posted externally without an account. To view positions posted internally, or to apply for a job, you must log in through your account.

Can I apply for a job without creating an account?

No. You must have an account in the system to complete the application process.

Creating an account

How do I create an account?

An account is created in the process of when you are applying to a job for the first time. If you want to apply to multiple jobs, your account will then be saved after your first application. You can then sign in to view your "Applications" and can apply to other jobs.

How will I know if my application was received?

After you apply to a job, you will get an email or a text notification to confirm your application has been received by the Municipality of Clarington.

How can I check the status of the job I've applied to?

You can check the status of any position you have applied to by signing into your account. Click My Applications to see all of the positions you've applied to. If the job is still live, you will also see a note under the job posting of your application status and when you applied.

Updating and submitting your information

How can I update the information in my online profile (including my resume)?

To update your information, sign in to your account and click My Profile. On your profile page, you can update your personal information. When finished, click Save Profile at the bottom of each page.

Can I submit my resume for general consideration rather than applying to a specific job?

To ensure your resume is considered for a specific job posting, you must apply online to the position. We do not accept emailed, or hand-delivered applications.