The City of Silver Falls offers meaningful career opportunities and a variety of volunteer roles that support public services, community engagement, and local decision-making. Below are current job openings, recently closed positions, and ways residents can get involved through volunteer work.
City positions offer competitive benefits, stable work environments, and the chance to serve the community. Open positions, if listed below, are accepting applications now.
Department: Public Works – Streets & Sanitation
Status: Accepting applications
Summary: Performs year-round maintenance of streets, sidewalks, and public rights-of-way. Responsibilities include snow removal in coordination with the Winter Parking & Snow Operations program, patching streets, installing signage, and supporting trash and recycling operations.
Department: Fire & EMS
Status: Accepting applications
Summary: Provides fire suppression, emergency medical care, rescue operations, and community safety services. Works from the city’s fire stations and participates in training, emergency response, and public outreach activities. For more details, applicants may refer to the Recruitment & Careers page.
Department: Administration & City Clerk
Status: Accepting applications
Summary: Supports the Clerk’s Office and Administration with document preparation, meeting coordination, records management, and front desk reception at City Hall. Also assists with public records requests and customer service tasks.
Department: Police
Status: Closed
Notes: Supported neighborhood patrol, community policing initiatives, and public safety operations.
Department: Public Works – Stormwater & Drainage
Status: Closed
Notes: Assisted with drainage mapping, construction oversight, and stormwater compliance.
Department: Finance / Utility Billing
Status: Closed
Notes: Supported utility billing, payment processing, and public inquiries.
Volunteers play a vital role in civic engagement and help guide programs, services, and community development.
Residents may apply to serve on advisory boards that help shape policies in planning, sustainability, parks, historic preservation, and public safety. These volunteer roles involve reviewing proposals, attending meetings, and providing recommendations to the Mayor and Council.
More details are available on the Boards & Commissions page.
The City offers ongoing and event-based volunteer opportunities, such as:
Some volunteer roles may require training, background checks, or availability during specific times of year.
Residents interested in volunteering can use the Contact Us page form or explore department pages to find upcoming opportunities and requirements.