Public Relations Supervisor
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Exam Announcement Details Exam Title: Departmental Public Relations Supervisor Exam Number: 2J08-20241111-28-00 Salary: $69,518 - $89,360 per year. Certification Rule: Rule of List Competition: Department Only Promotional Department : 28 - Water Department Announcement Date: 11/11/2024 Close Date: 11/24/2024 General Definition: This is administrative and supervisory public relations work developing, implementing and coordinating the informational and communications policies and programs for a municipal agency. Employees in this class supervise a staff of public relations personnel gathering, preparing and disseminating promotional and publicity materials and plan the timing, distribution and release of the departments messages to the media and the public. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City officials, departmental managers, representatives of the mass communications media, community groups and organizations, and the general public are important to the work. Work is performed under the direction of the departments Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner. Union Code: N.Non-Represented 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. 1. 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. 2. The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is: Ivana Chambers-Bennett Human Resource Professional 1 City of Philadelphia Office of Human Resources 1401 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1530 Philadelphia, PA 19102 P: 215-###-#### F: 215-###-#### ...@phila.gov 3. For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-###-#### or email ...@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. 1. CIVIL SERVICE STATUS : Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Water Department with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher. AND 2. EDUCATION : Completion of a bachelors degree program at an accredited college or university, with major course work in journalism, communications, marketing, media studies, public relations or a related area. NOTE : Completion of a industry related certification or additional experience may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis. AND 3. GENERAL EXPERIENCE : Two years of experience in communications, creative marketing, digital media, or public relations that has included planning and facilitating special events. AND 4. SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE : Two years of experience at the full performance level in communications, creative marketing, digital media, or public relations that has included planning and facilitating special events for a governmental or non-profit agency. City of Philadelphia Classes that Typically Meet the Minimum Specific Experience Requirement: Public Relations Specialist 2 (2J03) 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: Other Requirements: TRANSCRIPT, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATION 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. Candidates MUST submit a copy of their license, registration, or certification. If you have ever submitted a paper transcript, license, registration, or certification for any City of Philadelphia civil service examination, you have to submit another document Option 1 Upload a paperless transcript, license, registration, or certification One time only! You may upload documents into your account and attach a document with this application. Once the document is uploaded to your account, it may be attached to all future applications. Attaching your document will save you time and money if you apply for an examination in the future, and you will be assured that your transcript cannot be misplaced. Your documents should be uploaded and attached to your application before it is submitted. They cannot be uploaded or added to your application electronically after your application has been submitted. Option 2 Submit a paper transcript, license, registration, or certification Separate document required for each application If you submit a paper copy of a transcript, license, registration or certification, the document will be used for this application only. You will have to submit documents again whenever you apply for an examination in the future. Paper documents will not be retained and will not be returned to applicants. Mailing address for paper transcript and other required materials: Ivana Chambers-Bennett Human Resource Professional 1 City of Philadelphia Office of Human Resources 1401 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 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 the specific experience. Application Details Notes to Applicants: 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 youre 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 City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer. Learn more here: 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-###-#### or send an email to ...@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 Office of Human Resources ( OHR ) at 215-###-####. The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant and OHR. 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-###-#### or by email at ...@phila.gov ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on November 24, 2024. Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you: 1) Do not provide your complete and accurate social security number. 2) 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.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-###-#### or email ...@phila.gov if you have any questions. Information concerning employment with the City of Philadelphia may be found at: www.facebook.com/PhilaOHR www.twitter.com/PhilaOHR www.youtube.com/@PhilaOHR www.linkedin.com/showcase/philahr ELIGIBLE LIST DEPARTMENTAL - ONLY PROMOTIONAL : Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Water Department will be established as a result of this 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 you have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year immediately preceding December 16, 2024, you are eligible to claim residency preference. 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: 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: 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 ###-#### if you wish to schedule a test review. Assigned to (view only): Assigned to: Ivana Chambers-Bennett Parts & Weights Part: Training & Experience Evaluation Weight: 90% Part: Seniority Rating Weight: 10%