Careers

The City of Powell recognizes its employees as one of its greatest assets and strives to maintain a safe, respectful and professional workplace. We have a dedicated staff that takes every opportunity to provide exceptional service to the community.

Current Employment Opportunities

Position: Engineering Inspector

Department: Engineering Department

Job Type: Full-Time

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Flexible depending on project needs)

Pay: $31.25 to $36.05 per hour (Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and alignment with City project requirements)

Posting Date: December 8, 2025

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

The City of Powell is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Engineering Inspector to join our team! This position plays a vital role in ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of public infrastructure, right-of-way work, and private development construction throughout the city.

Engineering Inspector - Job Description.pdf(PDF, 121KB)

Engineering Inspector - Job-Posting.pdf(PDF, 180KB)

Position: Community Engagement Specialist

Department: Community Engagement Department

Job Type: Full-Time

Hours: Monday through Friday, flexible within normal business hours (Occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays required to support special events and community programs)

Pay: $26.45 to $31.25 per hour (depending on experience)

Posting Date: December 8, 2025

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

The City of Powell is seeking a creative, motivated, and detail-oriented Community Engagement Specialist to join our team! This position plays a vital role in supporting the City’s communication and public engagement efforts through graphic design, photography, videography, and social media content creation.

Community Engagement Specialist - Job Description.pdf(PDF, 121KB)

Community Engagement Specialist - Job Posting.pdf(PDF, 156KB)

Position: Maintenance Specialist

Department: Public Service Department

Job Type: Full-Time

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm (Occasional weekend hours and availability with special events)

Pay: $29.37 per hour (Step 1)

Posting Date: December 8, 2025

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

The City of Powell is seeking a dedicated and skilled Maintenance Specialist to join our team! This position plays a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the City's infrastructure, parks, and facilities.

Maintenance Specialist - Job Description.pdf(PDF, 98KB)

Maintenance Specialist - Job Posting.pdf(PDF, 115KB)

Position: Police Officer - Lateral Only Process

Department: Police Department

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: 2026 entry-step pay starting at $78,741.21 and reaching $117,715.83

Posting Date: November 3, 2025

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

How to Apply: Please visit the Police Department's Employment Page to view the full job announcement and apply

The City of Powell is seeking a dedicated and professional individual to join our team as a Police Officer. This pivotal role involves patrolling assigned areas, responding to emergency and non-emergency calls, and partnering with the community to maintain a safe and resilient environment.

Position: Recreation Program Instructor

Department: Parks & Recreation Department

Job Type: Part-Time (5 - 20 hours per week)

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Posting Date: December 19, 2025

Application Deadline: Continuous

The City of Powell is seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our team with diverse backgrounds in arts, fitness, STEM, sports, enrichment, early childhood education and more, who enjoy teaching and creating meaningful experiences for the community.

Recreation Program Instructor - Job Description.pdf(PDF, 160KB)

Recreation Program Instructor - Job Posting.pdf(PDF, 149KB)

Employment Application

This is the City’s official employment application form for applicants to complete. Please fill it out fully and submit it along with any required materials to the Human Resources Department.

City of Powell Employment Application

Unions

The City of Powell proudly works with three unions representing our workforce: Fraternal Order of Police, Ohio Labor Council, Inc., and AFSCME, AFL-CIO, Ohio Council 8.

FOP, Ohio Labor Council, Inc. Patrol Officers(PDF, 1MB)

FOB, Ohio Labor Council, Inc. Sergeants(PDF, 1MB)

AFSCME, AFL-CIO, Ohio Council 8(PDF, 4MB)

Current City Council, Board & Commission Openings

The City is always searching for residents in the City of Powell who have an interest in serving our community. Please visit our Board & Commissions page to learn more about the many opportunities to volunteer. The City currently has the following opportunities.

Planning and Zoning Commission - Seven members comprise the Planning and Zoning Commission. The members, appointed by City Council, serve four-year terms. The Planning and Zoning Commission makes recommendations to Council on a variety of development-related issues as well as amendments to Zoning Code. The Commission meets the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Operations Committee - The Operations Committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. to review and discuss operations of the City that impact residents and businesses of the City of Powell

Community Reinvestment Area Housing Council - The seven member board consists of two members appointed by the Mayor, two members appointed by City Council, one member appointed by the Planning Commission, and two members appointed by majority consensus of the other five members of the board. The Housing Council reviews properties within the district for which an exemption has been granted under Section 3735.67 of the ORC and hears appeals under Section 3735.70 of the ORC.

Anyone interested can complete a Board and Commission Application.

Board & Commission Application

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers play an important role as a part of the City of Powell team. We enjoy pairing volunteers with enjoyable assignments that will provide them with not only a greater understanding of our community, but also a rewarding experience. We have a variety of programs and events that allow you to use your unique talents to positively impact others in the City.