A vibrant and dynamic community offering outstanding recreational, educational and cultural amenities paired with affordable living, the City of Joplin, Missouri is more than a destination; it’s the next place to be. This crossroads of culture lies tucked away in the Ozarks of Southwest Missouri, home to the convergence of Interstate 44, Interstate 49, and Historic Route 66 as well as approximately 52,000 residents. The city anchors the fourth-largest metro area in the state - a region of over 400,000 - and as many as 250,000 people are estimated to pass through the community’s 38.6 square miles each day. The Public Works Department employs nearly 150 individuals, making it the largest department within the City of Joplin. Working with an annual budget of approximately $78 millio