City of Lancaster

  • Lancaster, Texas
City of Lancaster

Employer Description

Historical Overview

The first settlement made in the Lancaster community was in September 1844 by Roderick Rawlins. Mr. Rawlins and other members of his party had secured "headrights" from the Republic of Texas. Read on...

Location

Located in the Southwest portion of Dallas County, the City of Lancaster is approximately 15 minutes south of Dallas and is well situated to access the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex, one of the largest and most diverse in the nation. Read on...

Lancaster offers the perfect blend of open farmland, rolling hills, creeks, and woodlands, with home prices ranging from $160,000 to $600,000. Our community features tree-shaded neighborhoods, an excellent public library, a Senior Life Center, and over 600 acres of parks, including a municipal golf course and the Lancaster Visitors Center and State Auxiliary Museum.

Ideally located for commuting within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Lancaster provides easy access to major highways and is close to DART light rail, Dallas Love Field, and DFW International Airport. The city also boasts a regional airport and an industrial park with rail access. Educational opportunities abound with nearby campuses of Dallas College, Cedar Valley College, and the University of North Texas at Dallas, while the Lancaster Independent School District (LISD), the first district-wide STEM district in Texas, offers award-winning education.

Lancaster features diverse shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities, including a 100-acre Community Park with a recreation center, indoor aquatic facility, fishing pier, and outdoor athletic facilities, as well as the Bear Creek Nature Preserve. With a vibrant mix of amenities and a strong sense of community, Lancaster is the ideal place to live, work, and play!

18 JOB(S) AT City of Lancaster

  • Maintenance Worker II - Parks

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Nov 24, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Building Maintenance
    • Parks and Recreation
  • Building Official

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Nov 23, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Building Maintenance
    • Building and Safety
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Crew Leader Water

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Nov 22, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Administration and Management
    • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Code Compliance Officer

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Nov 12, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Code Enforcement and Inspections
  • Public Service Officer

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Nov 11, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • City Attorney

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Nov 05, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Legal Services
  • Mechanic

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Nov 04, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Heavy Equipment Operator I Waste Water

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 31, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
    • Public Works
    • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 31, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
    • Parks and Recreation
  • Plans Examiner

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 28, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Code Enforcement and Inspections
  • Substitute Administrative Support

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 23, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Meter Technician

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 18, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Utilities
  • Building Inspector

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 16, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Building and Safety
    • Code Enforcement and Inspections
    • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Youth Program Leader

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 15, 2024
    • Part Time
    • Information Technology and Communication Services
  • Maintenance Worker II - Code

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 15, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Building Maintenance
  • Fire Civil Service Entrance Exam January 11, 2025

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 15, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Fire and EMS
  • Recreation Leader

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 14, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Parks and Recreation
  • Police Civil Service Exam 12/7/24

    • Lancaster, Texas
    • CITY OF LANCASTER, TX
    • Oct 09, 2024
    • Full Time
    • Public Safety

City of Lancaster

Historical Overview

The first settlement made in the Lancaster community was in September 1844 by Roderick Rawlins. Mr. Rawlins and other members of his party had secured "headrights" from the Republic of Texas. Read on...

Location

Located in the Southwest portion of Dallas County, the City of Lancaster is approximately 15 minutes south of Dallas and is well situated to access the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex, one of the largest and most diverse in the nation. Read on...

Lancaster offers the perfect blend of open farmland, rolling hills, creeks, and woodlands, with home prices ranging from $160,000 to $600,000. Our community features tree-shaded neighborhoods, an excellent public library, a Senior Life Center, and over 600 acres of parks, including a municipal golf course and the Lancaster Visitors Center and State Auxiliary Museum.

Ideally located for commuting within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Lancaster provides easy access to major highways and is close to DART light rail, Dallas Love Field, and DFW International Airport. The city also boasts a regional airport and an industrial park with rail access. Educational opportunities abound with nearby campuses of Dallas College, Cedar Valley College, and the University of North Texas at Dallas, while the Lancaster Independent School District (LISD), the first district-wide STEM district in Texas, offers award-winning education.

Lancaster features diverse shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities, including a 100-acre Community Park with a recreation center, indoor aquatic facility, fishing pier, and outdoor athletic facilities, as well as the Bear Creek Nature Preserve. With a vibrant mix of amenities and a strong sense of community, Lancaster is the ideal place to live, work, and play!