Announcement Details
Exam Announcement Details
Exam Title L&I Code Administrator (Permits and Licensing)
Exam Number 6H61-20241014-26-02
Salary $51,419 - $66,114 per year.
Certification Rule Rule of Six (6)
Competition Department Only Promotional
Department 26 - Department of Licenses and Inspections
Announcement Date 10/14/2024
Close Date 10/27/2024
General Definition
ABOUT THIS POSITION
This is administrative code work within the City’s licensing and inspection agency in an assigned specialty. Employees in this class are responsible for a variety of administrative projects and activities related to code enforcement. Work includes serving in a liaison capacity and responding to and providing interpretative information pertaining to licensing and inspection policies, procedures, and activities independently. A significant aspect of the work involves contact with associates, public and private officials, contractors, and community groups as well as the general public. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level technical or administrative superior.
Union Code J. AFSCME D.C.47 Local 2187
FLSA Code Exempt
Application Procedures
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA APPLICATION INFORMATION
Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Philadelphia. Please refer to the important information below regarding this job opportunity.
- You must complete the entire application process, provide accurate and up to date contact information, and submit all certifications, required licenses, and relevant documentation with each application or email the documents as an attachment to the Human Resources Representative listed below prior to the date of the exam.
- The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is:
Brittany Perez
City of Philadelphia
Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 215-686-2361
Fax: 215-686-2347
Email:
Brittany.Perez@Phila.gov
- For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov .
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Training, Education & Experience
The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.
PERMITS AND LICENSING SPECIALTY
- CIVIL SERVICE STATUS : Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Department of Licenses and Inspections with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.
AND
- EDUCATION : Completion of an associate’s degree program at an accredited college or university;
AND
- EXPERIENCE : Two years of experience as an Administrative Technician in the Customer Care section with responsibility for reviewing applications for permits and licenses in the Department of Licenses and Inspections;
OR
Three years of advanced clerical experience in the Customer Care section with responsibility for reviewing applications for permits and licenses in the Department of Licenses and Inspections
NOTES FOR PERMITS AND LICENSING SPECIALTY ONLY :
- Additional experience in the class listed above may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year for year basis.
- Certification as a Permit Technician by the International Code Council ( ICC ) can be substituted for one year of the required education or experience.
Physical & Medical Requirements
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.
Required Licenses & Certifications
Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator’s license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, if required by work assignment.
Other Requirements
DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates MUST submit a copy of their official college or university transcript(s) indicating completion of the educational requirement and all required licenses, registrations, or certifications at the time of application. Transcripts MUST indicate conference of the appropriate degree.
Candidates with a degree from foreign colleges or universities must submit proof of degree as certified by a professional evaluation service.
It Is An Absolute Requirement That You Provide This Documentation By November 15, 2024. It Is Optional Whether You Provide This Documentation By Attaching It To This Application Or Submitting Via Email, Postal Mail, Or Fax. Your Options Are Further Explained Below:
Option 1 – Upload an official copy of your documentation and attach to this application
You may upload the documentation into your account and attach to this application. Once uploaded to your account, the documentation may be attached to all future applications. This will save you time and money if you apply for an examination in the future. This also ensures that your documentation will not be misplaced.
Your documentation should be uploaded and attached to your application before it is submitted. It cannot be uploaded or added to your application electronically after your application has been submitted.
Option 2 – Submit an official copy of your documentation via email, mail or fax
If you submit the required documentation via email, mail or fax, it will be used for this application only. You will have to submit the documentation again whenever you apply for an examination in the future. Copies of the documentation will not be retained and will not be returned to applicants.
Email: Brittany.Perez@Phila.gov
Fax: 215-686-2347 with ATTN : Brittany Perez
Mailing Address:
City of Philadelphia
Office of Human Resources
1401 J.F. Kennedy Boulevard, Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Equivalency Statement(s)
Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources that has included completion of the twelfth school grade as an educational minimum and the experience.
Application Details
Notes to Applicants
The City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.
Learn more here:
https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to
faqpchr@phila.gov . For more information, go to:
www.phila.gov/humanrelations .
The City of Philadelphia is committed to ensuring access to Civil Service examinations by providing appropriate accommodation for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Unit of the Mayor’s Office of Labor Relations at 215-683-5085. The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant and the EEO Unit. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis using the required documentation that is submitted. Requests are to be made in a timely manner prior to the scheduled date of the Civil Service examination.
Only an on-line application will be accepted for this exam. Paper applications will not be accepted.
Computers are available in the 3-1-1 Walk-In Center located in Room 167 of City Hall (Weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM) and at your local Philadelphia Free Library branch.
For inquiries regarding City employment, contact the Office of Human Resources Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 4 PM by telephone at 215-686-0880 or by email at
hrhelpdesk@phila.gov .
ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on October 27, 2024.
Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you:
- Do not provide your complete and accurate social security number.
- Attempt to practice fraud or deception in the preparation of this application.
All correspondence and notifications will be sent to your e-mail address or postal address listed in the contact information (address, phone #, e-mail) of your account profile. Your contact information will be automatically updated each time you submit an application for employment. It is your responsibility to change your contact information and to ensure that it is correct.
If you provide an e-mail address, all correspondence regarding this examination will be sent to you by e-mail. You should add
Phila.OHR@phila.gov to your address book or list of trusted contacts to prevent notices from being marked as spam by your e-mail provider.
Please call the Office of Human Resources at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov if you have any questions.
Information Concerning Employment With The City Of Philadelphia May Be Found At Various Social Media Sites. We Can Be Found As
Philadelphia Office Of Human Resources. The Pages For Each Are Linked Below:
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Youtube
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ELIGIBLE LIST : DEPARTMENTAL - ONLY PROMOTIONAL
Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Department of Licenses and Inspections will be established as a result of the examination.
Candidates who pass the exam and are placed on the civil service list will be retained on the list for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years after the establishment of the Eligible List.
PREFERENCE FOR PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS
Candidates who have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to the date of the civil service examination shall have priority over all other persons receiving an identical test score.
IF A COMPUTER - BASED MULTIPLE - CHOICE EXAMINATION
Applicants will be asked to complete a scheduled examination. The residency preference eligibility date is the date of the examination, which is December 3, 2024.
IF A TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
Applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination. The residency preference eligibility date is the planned eligible list date listed on this application, November 18, 2024.
To receive such preference, candidates must respond to the question regarding residence later in this form.
The response on this application will be used to determine eligibility for preference for residents. Documentation of residence may be required if there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements.
If an applicant does not respond to the appropriate residence question, it will be assumed that the applicant does not qualify for residence preference. Eligibility for residence preference must be determined by the date of the test administration. No requests for residence preference will be granted after the test administration.
Projected Exam Date
IF A COMPUTER - BASED MULTIPLE - CHOICE EXAMINATION
This examination is scheduled for December 3, 2024. Please note that this examination date is subject to change.
IF A TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
Applicants will be evaluated and scored based upon their training and experience credentials. Applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination.
Scores in the Training and Experience Evaluation will be based on documentation of education and experience provided by the candidate. To receive full credit for your education and experience, you should submit all relevant documentation including college transcripts, licenses, certifications, paid out of class documentation, etc. and provide a detailed description of your education, experience, and credentials.
An Eligible List will be established the week of December 16, 2024. Please note that this date may change.
Test Review
IF A COMPUTER - BASED MULTIPLE - CHOICE EXAMINATION
In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.091B, candidates will have 30 days after the results have been mailed to review their test and to file appeals to the key answers. Call 215-686-0880 if you wish to schedule a Test Review.
IF A TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.091D, candidates may review their answer sheets and other test papers to determine if they have been scored correctly or if there has been an irregularity in the administration of the examination. Candidates will have 30 days after the results have been mailed to review their test and to file a written appeal. Call 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.
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Parts & Weights
Part Computer-Based Multiple Choice Exam OR T&E
Weight 90%
Part Seniority Rating
Weight 10%
