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Responsibilities
The Human Resource Department works strategically with all the departments within the City of Guthrie in identifying and responding to its changing needs. The department's mission is to provide leadership and guidance in the development, implementation, and equitable administration of policies and procedures to foster a positive work environment.
Purposes
The Human Resource Department also purposes to:
  • Promote and support recruiting strategies and collaborate with departments to create a high performing, diverse workforce
  • Respond to the needs of the City in a helpful, supportive, and pro-active manner and provide quality services on which the City can rely
  • Initiate policy reviews as legislative, economic, or market conditions change
  • Affect financial, legal, or other operations of the City
  • Respond appropriately, creatively, effectively, and timely with policy and procedure change recommendations to the City Council
  • Provide an accurate and timely biweekly payroll for all City employees
  • Be the safety coordinator for the City's safety policies for providing a safe and healthy work place
  • Promote equality and fairly administer City policies, procedures, and benefits
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FAQs
1. How do I apply for a position at the City of Guthrie?

You may download an application from our website or pick up an application at City Hall located at:
101 N. Second St.
Guthrie, OK 73044
Completed applications may be faxed, emailed, or hand delivered to City Hall Human Resources on the third floor of City Hall.

2. Are all open positions posted on the City of Guthrie home page?

Typically, all positions are posted on the City of Guthrie home page. The exception to this might be for positions that have a principle line of progression. An example might be a police officer being promoted to sergeant.

3. How old do you have to be to work at the City?

That depends on the position. Positions that require the operation of mechanical equipment such as a backhoe or lawn mower would typically require that an individual be at least 18 years of age.

4. What are the working hours of the City?

This depends on the department and position. Typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with an hour for lunch. In the summer however, some positions start earlier when it is cooler out.

5. What can I expect for a wage?

Each position will have a different rate of pay and will be posted with the job at the time of opening.

6. How often are employees paid?

City employees are paid bi-weekly with an opportunity for direct deposit.

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