Senior Departmental Human Resources Associate

Job Description

This exam is being re-announced based on a correction to add anticipated eligibility. Candidates who applied between 12/15/2025 - 12/28/2025 do NOT need to re-apply.

This is public human resources work at the supervisory level planning, implementing and administering a variety of programs for a large operating department. Employees in the general specialty supervise human resources professionals and clerical employees providing support services for a comprehensive departmental human resources program. Employees function as the primary assistant for a Departmental Human Resources Manager. Employees in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion specialty lead workforce development, training and diversity, equity and inclusion programs for employees and stakeholders and coordinate and implement department wide diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives for a large operating department. Employees create strategies aimed at creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, reducing disparities, and effectuating equitable policies, procedures, and practices. Conferring with department administrators, union officials, Central Office of Human Resources representatives, Labor Relations representatives, Law Department representatives, and departmental employees is a significant aspect of this work. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level administrative or technical superior.

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is
David F. Ross
City of Philadelphia - Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675
Phone: 215-686-2359
Fax: 215-686-0861
Email: David.F.Ross@Phila.gov
For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov.

ELIGIBLE LIST: CITY-WIDE PROMOTIONAL
Departmental and interdepartmental promotional eligible lists will be established as a result of this examination. An appointment in any department may be made from either one of the above-established promotional lists as deemed appropriate by the appointing authority. 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 people receiving an identical test score.
To receive such preference, candidates must respond to the question regarding residence on this application. This response 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 AN ORAL EXAM IS ADMINISTERED: This examination will be scheduled for the week of February 2, 2025. Please note that this examination date is subject to change. Candidates will need access to a desktop computer or laptop with a webcam and internet access to take the examination. Candidates taking an oral examination may have their responses rated by a panel of Subject Matter Experts on the date of the examination, or have their responses recorded and rated by Subject Matter Experts at a later date. If you do not have access to a desktop computer or laptop with a webcam and internet access, please contact the analyst listed on this announcement and alternative arrangements will be made for you to take this examination.
IF A TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION IS ADMINISTERED: 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.
ELIGIBLE LIST
An Eligible List will be established the week of February 16, 2026 . Please note that this date may change.
CERTIFICATION RULE Rule of Five
TEST REVIEW PROCESS
IF AN ORAL EXAM IS ADMINISTERED : 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. In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.11, only candidates who have failed the oral examination may appeal to the Civil Service Commission upon the grounds of irregularity, bias, or fraud in the conduct of the oral test. Issues related to the suitability or adequacy of point scores awarded to passers are not appealable to the Commission. Call 215-686-0880 if you wish to schedule a Test Review.
IF A TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION IS ADMINISTERED: 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.
College ANTICIPATED ELIGIBILITY The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates who meet all eligibility requirements within 6 months of the application deadline will be admitted to this examination. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list but may not be hired or promoted until all requirements have been satisfied.
GENERAL SPECIALTY
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