Employment Opportunities

Online applications through the Town's Career Portal are preferred. However, you may also submit your application:

• In person at Town Hall, 32 Mill Street, Thornbury
• Through the contact form for the Human Resources Division
• By fax to (519) 599-7723, Attention: Human Resources

You will receive a confirmation email after submitting your resume. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please reach out to Human Resources through their contact form or by calling (519) 599-3131 ext. 265.

You can contact Human Resources to inquire about a role through their contact form or by calling (519) 599-3131 ext. 265.

Some positions with the Town allow for a hybrid work schedule. Ask the hiring manager or Human Resources for more information prior to your interview.

You can contact Human Resources to inquire about a role through their contact form or by calling (519) 599-3131 ext. 265.

After the posting closes, Human Resources and the hiring manager will review applications. If your experience matches the job requirements, Human Resources will contact you by email to schedule an interview.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacts. Your resume will be kept on file if your experience does not fit a current need.

The Town recruits for summer student positions in Operations and Community Services. Recruitment starts annually in late January and continues until positions are filled. 

Subscribe to our Employment Opportunity notifications on this page to be made aware of upcoming opportunities. 

Interviews can be held in person or virtually, and will take approximately 30 minutes to one hour. You will be asked a combination of behavioural and technical questions. Interview panels generally include a representative from Human Resources and 1-3 individuals from the department you’re applying to. Depending on the level of the position, your interview panel may also include a member of the Town’s management or senior management team.

When answering questions during your interview, consider using the STAR method as outlined below:

• Situation: Set the scene and give the necessary details of your example.
• Task: Describe what your responsibility was in that situation.
• Action: Explain exactly what steps you took to address it.
• Result: Share what outcomes your actions achieved.

Absolutely! You can apply to a specific opportunity that you feel matches your experience, or you can submit your resume to Human Resources. You can also use our online Submission Form to let us know you're interested in working for the Town. Additionally, you can subscribe to our mailing list to be notified of employment opportunities with the Town.

Continue to watch the Employment Opportunities page for recruitment postings. Recruitment typically happens each fall, with the posting going up in August. 

Please note: Preference will be given to candidates with Firefighter certification that are within a 3-5 minute response time to Station 1 or 2.

Visit the Firefighter Recruitment page for more information.