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A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.What we offerImpact - The work you do here matters to millions. Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.Benefits - We care about your well-being.Agency DescriptionThe Department of Planning and Development works in collaboration with communities to promote, plan, preserve, and develop successful neighborhoods for all. Reaching these goals requires city agencies to work together with residents, businesses, developers, advocates, funders, and each other. Planning and Development has a team of agencies that do just that. Our agencies include:Philadelphia Art CommissionPhiladelphia City Planning CommissionDivision of Development ServicesDivision of Housing and Community DevelopmentPhiladelphia Historical CommissionZoning Board of AdjustmentWe also partner with the PHDCJob Description
Position SummaryThe Department of Planning and Development’s Division of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) manages the City of Philadelphia’s eviction prevention programs. These initiatives aim to help tenants maintain housing whenever possible, support the small landlords who provide much of the City’s affordable units, and stabilize families and communities. DHCD’s programs include the nationally recognized Eviction Diversion Program, which seeks to amicably resolve landlord-tenant issues, and the Philadelphia Eviction Prevention Project, which provides a range of services and resources, including free legal counsel.This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge, impactful initiatives that have already achieved significant success. The Associate Program Manager will play a key role in improving program performance, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and providing essential support to program participants.This role includes coordination of activities, such as scheduling and note taking, as well as responsibilities in policymaking, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and reporting. The Associate Program Manager will also provide direct support to program participants – primarily landlords – in-person, by phone, and by email. This position may also work on broader DHCD initiatives, such as affordable housing preservation and disaster recovery efforts. Although much of the role involves supporting work led by others, the Associate Program Manager will have opportunities to take ownership of critical projects as their experience and capabilities allow.This role is ideal for candidates with backgrounds in policy work who want to make a direct impact or those with direct service experience who wish to drive systems change. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse experiences and perspectives who are hardworking, creative, and passionate about housing equity.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with preference given to those received by July 25, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.Essential FunctionsCollect, organize, analyze, and report eviction diversion and prevention data using tools like Microsoft ExcelProvide assistance to landlords and tenants navigating the Eviction Diversion Program, including help with application documentation and program stepsManage projects and coordinate meetings, including scheduling, drafting agendas, taking notes, documenting next steps, and tracking deliverablesEvaluate program outcomes and collaborate with senior staff to develop and implement improvementsDevelop and deliver presentations and written materials to share program information with stakeholders and the publicIdentify opportunities for systemic improvements and provide early warning of emerging issues through hands-on support of program participantsMaintain program infrastructure, such as the shared file system and the eviction diversion portalAssist with other DHCD policy and program activitiesOther duties as assignedCompetencies, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal oversightAbility to collect and interpret program data to analyze successes and identify areas for improvementAbility to provide direct assistance to individual landlords and tenants that is supportive and trauma informedExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create reports and deliver presentationsAbility to learn and effectively use unfamiliar computer programs and databasesAbility to research new topics, organize relevant information, and share findings verbally and in writingStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to collaborate with stakeholders and program participants to resolve issues creativelyEnthusiasm for being a team player and contributing to a supportive work environmentQualifications
Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in a related field. An advanced degree and/or several years of experience are a plus but not required. Experience working in collaborative team environments and a strong interest in housing policy and social justice fields preferred.
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TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.Salary Range: $67,000-$80,000Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical planEmployees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidaysGenerous retirement savings options are availablePay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hireEffective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.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: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx
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A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.
As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.What We Offer:
Impact - The work you do here matters to millions.
Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?
Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
Benefits - We care about your well being.The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). OIT oversees all major information and communications technology initiatives for the City of Philadelphia - increasing the effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure, where the services provided are advanced, optimized, and responsive to the needs of the City of Philadelphia’s businesses, residents, and visitors. OIT responsibilities include: identifying the most effective approach for implementing new information technology directions throughout city government; improving the value of the city’s technology assets and the return on the city’s technology investments; ensuring data security continuity; planning for continuing operations in the event of disruption of information technology or communications services; and supporting accountable, efficient and effective government across every city department, board, commission and agency.Job Description
The Deputy CIO Public Safety will report directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and will serve as an integral member of OIT’s executive team. The Deputy CIO Public Safety provides vision, leadership, and execution on enterprise-class, technology solutions that support the City’s Public Safety agency’s technology needs. In this role, they support City of Philadelphia Public Safety agencies to develop and execute strategic technology roadmaps to enhance and evolve their critical systems and operations. The Deputy CIO Public Safety is responsible for the planning (strategic and tactical), technology evaluation and selection, implementation, delivery, and assessment of the Public Safety’s technology infrastructure systems and services. They oversee the managers and directors of various Public Safety units, foster high-performing and agile teams, adopt modern and forward-looking technology and service strategies, and effectively utilize the department’s technological, financial, and human resources. This position is responsible for all IT operations, projects and programs supporting Fire Department, Police Department, Department of Prisons, Office of Emergency management and the 9-1-1 technology supporting the operations of the largest Primary Safety Answering Point (9-1-1 center) in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This is both an operational and a strategic role. Essential FunctionsStrategic Planning & BudgetingCreates Public Safety IT roadmaps that leverage modern design principles and technologies that effectively meets both current and future agency needs.In partnership with Public Safety department stakeholders, leads strategic planning to improve efficiency and effectiveness through IT programs. Oversees Public Safety program execution and solution delivery, coordinating with other areas within OIT for project scoping, planning, communication, and/or reporting.Provides oversight to all Public Safety IT programs including requirements gathering, user-centered design, implementation, assessment, and retirement of solutions.Participates in the management of the operating and capital budgets for the OIT Public Safety department including developing financial models and multi-year budget projections for equipment replacement and maintenance/refresh programs.Leads the evaluation of Public Safety solutions that meet short and long-term goals while developing business cases, TCO, and other analyses to help guide their selection.Provides leadership to a portfolio of IT directors and managers responsible for IT operations within the City’s Public Safety departments.Recommends IT enhancements and investments, where appropriate, to support the City’s Public Safety strategic goals and technology priorities, improve processes or user experience, and/or reduce costs.Service Delivery & OptimizationDirects the day-to-day operations for areas within their purview, including creating and managing strategies, plans, policies, and procedures.Ensures high availability and reliability of the IT infrastructure ecosystem.Identifies appropriate industry standards, legislative requirements, City policies, OIT procedures, and best practices for technology management and support, and ensures they are consistently implemented across the department.Continually assesses and improves departmental processes, services, and systems.Identifies and implements key metrics and service level agreements (SLAs) for Public Safety IT services (in coordination with other areas within OIT where appropriate) and tracks, analyzes, and reports on trends relative to key metrics and SLAs.Participates in internal and external audits, prioritize corrective actions, ensure successful remediation within requested timeframes, and report efforts to auditors, as appropriate.Provides oversight and manages Public Safety vendors holding them accountable to service level agreements and deliverables and manages contract renewals.Management & LeadershipBuilds, supports, and expands a culture that is supportive of diversity, equity, and inclusion where employees from all backgrounds can succeed and thrive.Trains, coaches, and mentors employees under their supervision. Plans and conducts performance appraisals of employees under their supervision. Participates in or lead hiring processes, as needed.Builds strong and collaborative partnerships with key stakeholders across the City and State by actively participating in City and State activities and initiatives.Cultivates, negotiates, and formalizes vendor relationships and external partnerships that support or enhance Public Safety initiatives.Keeps the CIO informed of current and potential issues, activities, operational outages, and any other risks that might jeopardize or degrade service delivery to the Public Safety community including external partners.Additional DutiesPerform other duties as assigned by the CIO of OITCompetencies, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesRequired Skills and AbilitiesExperience in a management role, with proven leadership skills and demonstrated ability to manage high-performing teams, vendors, operations, and budgets.Commitment to continuous assessment and improvement with experience identifying, establishing, and reporting on key performance metrics.Experience leading organizational and/or technology change initiatives with a strong emphasis on relationship-building, collaboration, and shared stewardship.Strong written and oral communication skills (including ability to present ideas in user-friendly, business-friendly and technical language) and interpersonal skills with a focus on rapport-building, listening and questioning skills.Ability to build effective relationships and strong commitment to working collegially and collaboratively with constituents at all levels in a diverse and distributed environment.Experience with budgeting, financial planning, and business operations.Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.Desirable Skills and AbilitiesExperience in IT planning, strategy, and architecture that supports an organization’s business needs and operations, with the ability to plan and execute technology infrastructure initiatives strategically, tactically, and expansively.Experience designing technology infrastructure to meet and support PCI, HIPAA, CJIS, and/or other compliance needs.Expertise in one or more of the Public Safety technical domains, including: 911; Police; Prisons; Fire and OEM.Experience planning and leading IT implementation projects including deployment of physical, cloud, virtual, SaaS, and IaaS services, and/or significant conversion projects of legacy systems to modern technologies.Deep understanding of current and emerging Public Safety technologies, best practices for their use, and how other enterprises are employing them.Demonstrated conflict resolution, influence, and/or consensus-building.Qualifications
BA/BS degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Ten plus (10+) years of applicable work experience with 5 or more years of IT management or IT program management experience, preferably in a large governmental environment or a large and highly regulated entity
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Salary Range: $165,000 - $175,000Starting salary to be determined based on experience and qualifications. All applications should include the following:
• Cover Letter clarifying your interest and qualifications for the role.
• Resume
We won’t accept or review incomplete applications.Work Setting: in-person (onsite)Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
• Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails.
• Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!
Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hireEffective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.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.
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A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.What we offerImpact - The work you do here matters to millions. Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.Benefits - We care about your well-being.Agency DescriptionThe City of Philadelphia Law Department acts as general counsel for the entire City government structure. We provide legal advice to all City officials, employees, departments, agencies, boards, and commissions concerning any matters related to the exercise of their official powers.The Law Department's civil practice includes unique issues involving public interest in business, health, safety, commerce, civil rights, taxation, and community development. We employ more than 220 attorneys and 100 professional staff to support seamless operations, reduce legal liability for the City, and challenge threats to quality of life impacting the taxpayers of Philadelphia.We are an ever-evolving Department where all are empowered to reach their full potential, to collaborate with clients as true partners, and to see their work have real impact on the city of Philadelphia. We celebrate the diversity of our staff, the City’s workforce, and the residents whom we serve and promote an environment of comradery, accountability, and inclusiveness.The Litigation Group includes the Affirmative & General Litigations Unit, Civil Rights Unit, Tort Litigation Unit, Code Enforcement Unit, Labor & Employment Unit and Appeals Unit. The Civil Rights Unit represents the City of Philadelphia and its employees in federal and state court. The CRU handles all lawsuits alleging that the City and its employees violated an individual’s constitutional rights or engaged in an intentional tort. In addition to its litigation responsibilities, the Civil Rights Unit counsels City Departments regarding issues with potential civil rights implications. Working mostly with the Philadelphia Police Department, the Philadelphia Department of Prisons, the Department of Licenses and Inspections, and at times the Department of Human Services, members of the Civil Rights Unit discuss policy changes and implications with those client departments as needed. Developing this considered advice can involve all members of the Unit, who participate in the after-action review process through which the team discusses, compiles, and shares advice gleaned from litigation with the client departments. Job Description
Position SummaryThe City of Philadelphia Law Department is seeking to hire an attorney with five or more years of litigation experience as a Deputy City Solicitor in the Civil Rights Unit. The ideal candidate will have several years of civil litigation experience, preferably involving issues relating to civil rights litigation but not required. The candidate will have extensive opportunities to handle jury trials. Lawyers in the Civil Rights Unit handle their cases from inception (initial pleadings, discovery) through disposition (motion, settlement, or trial). They thus must exhibit poise, confidence, and superior oral advocacy skills, as well as excellent legal research and writing capability. The candidate will be knowledgeable about legal issues arising under civil rights statute 42 U.S.C. sec. 1983, municipal liability under Monell and its progeny, and the immunities and exceptions provided under the Pennsylvania Tort Claims Act. This position is in a high-volume litigation practice which often involves complex settlement negotiations. It is a demanding but rewarding position. Essential FunctionsIn addition to the Position Summary, responsibilities include but are not limited to:Advise and represent the City of Philadelphia and our employees, before judges and juries in both state and federal courtPresent evidence to defend clients or impeach plaintiffs in tort litigationCommunicate with clients, colleagues, judges and others involved in the caseConduct research and analysis of legal problemsStudy federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulationsInterpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals, and government agenciesPresent facts in writing and verbally to their clients or others and argue on behalf of the clientsPrepare and file legal documents, such as preliminary objections, answers and dispositive motionsSupervise legal assistantsAnalyze probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedentsNegotiate settlementsCompetencies, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of applicable laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, and agency rules and process, or demonstrated ability to quickly learn;Ability to analyze large amounts of information, determine relevant facts, and propose viable solutions;Ability to find what applicable laws and regulations apply to a specific matter;Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. Must be able to clearly present and explain their case to arbitrators, mediators, opposing parties, judges, or juries and listen, answer questions, present to large groups and high-level officials and employ diplomacy in challenging situations.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to identify and analyze legal issues within complex fact patterns.Ability to foster and maintain a collegial, inclusive, and professional work environment.Excellent writing, case management, negotiating, and trial skills.Ability to train professional legal staff as well as non-legal staff on applicable legal requirements.Ability to use computer programs such as PowerPoint or MS Office.Excellent judgment and critical thinking in high-pressure situations.Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion;Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work on teams and collaborate with colleagues and clients;Qualifications
This is an intermediate level position, with a minimum of approximately five (5) plus years of legal experience relevant to the subject matter and/or responsibilities of your unit required.Candidates must have a law degree from an ABA accredited law school and must either be a member in good standing of the Pennsylvania Bar, or currently eligible to be admitted by reciprocity to practice in Pennsylvania (Pa.B.A.R. 204). Continued employment of attorneys not admitted to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania within six (6) months of hire is at the discretion of the Law Department.
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TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample.Salary Range: $92,612 to $111,385 – Commensurate with education and experienceDiscover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical planEmployees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidaysGenerous retirement savings options are availablePay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hireEffective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.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: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx
