Salary: $76,250.00 - $98,028.00 Annually
Location : Philadelphia, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: LNI Licenses and Inspections
Opening Date: 06/08/2026
Closing Date: 6/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: H
Competition: Department Only Promotional
Residency Waiver: No Waiver
Certification Rule: Rule of 6
1. Parts: Computer-Based Multiple-Choice Exam OR T&E
1. Weight: 90%
2. Parts: Seniority Rating
2. Weight: 10%
Salary Range: N022

General Definition

This is administrative and technical supervisory work planning, organizing and directing inspection operations of existing properties in one of the City's Code Enforcement districts. Employees in this class supervise technical and clerical staff responsible for inspecting existing properties, which may include homes, business establishments, day care facilities, food and news carts, industrial establishments, residential and commercial high-rise buildings, mixed use properties and buildings with commercial uses. Employees are responsible for supervising the activities of a division district and directing the enforcement of property maintenance, zoning, and fire prevention codes, as well as ordinances and regulations governing commercial and business activity. Communicating with property owners, building managers, tenants, landlords, business owners, community groups, and the general public are significant aspects of the work. Employees may respond, after normal working hours, with emergency departmental personnel. Work is performed under the general direction of an administrative superior.

CONTACT INFORMATION
The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is:

Rashida Ximines
City of Philadelphia - Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675
Phone: 215-686-2318
Fax: 215-686-2347
Email:
For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email [email protected]
Notes to Applicants and Projected Exam Information
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 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. For Training and Experience evaluations, in which 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 announcement.
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.
IF A Computer-Based Multiple-Choice Exam IS HELD:

PROJECTED EXAM DATE:

This examination will be scheduled for the week of 7/13/2026. 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 will need to be able to operate computerized software proficiently and independently.

If you do not have access to a desktop computer or laptop with a webcam and internet access, or cannot operate computerized software proficiently and independently, please contact Rashida Ximines at and alternative arrangements will be made for you to take this examination.
TEST REVIEW:
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 & Experience Evaluation IS HELD:

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.
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 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.

ELIGIBLE LIST
An Eligible List will be established the week of July 27, 2026. Please note that this date may change.

CERTIFICATION RULE
Rule of Six (6)
Level of Education Required

College
Minimum Acceptable Training and Experience
ANTICIPATED ELIGIBILITY
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.

1.CIVIL SERVICE STATUS: Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Department of Licenses & Inspections with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.

AND
2. EDUCATION: Completion of an associate's degree from an accredited college or university in a building trade, construction technology or closely related field.

AND
3. CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of current, valid certification in all of the following:
• Hazardous Materials Awareness, as recognized by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• Property Maintenance/Housing Inspector by the International Code Council (ICC)
• OSHA30, as issued by an OSHA authorized training provider
• Fire Inspector 1 by the International Code Council (ICC)
• Fire Inspector 2 by the International Code Council (ICC)

AND
4. EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience as a L&I Code Enforcement Inspector in one of the City's major division or vending districts.

NOTE: Additional experience in the class listed above can be substituted for the educational requirement on a year for year basis.
OR
Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources, which has included the completion of twelfth school grade as an educational minimum and the specific experience.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES

1. Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of employment in this class is required by work assignment

2. Certification at the time of application, appointment and during tenure of employment, in the following:

• Hazardous Materials Awareness, as recognized by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• Property Maintenance/Housing Inspector by the International Code Council (ICC)
• OSHA30, as issued by an OSHA authorized training provider
• Fire Inspector 1 by the International Code Council (ICC)
• Fire Inspector 2 by the International Code Council (ICC)
• Successful completion of five (5) course hours in Technical Fire Prevention administered by the National Fire Academy, U.S. Fire Administration

CERTIFICATION & TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS
Candidates MUST submit a copy of their certifications and official transcripts.

It is an absolute requirement that you provide this documentation by July 12, 2026. 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 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.

Email:
Fax: 215-686-2347 with ATTN: Rashida Ximines
Mailing address:

City of Philadelphia

Office of Human Resources

1401 J.F. Kennedy Boulevard, Room 1530

Philadelphia, PA 19102

Attention: Rashida Ximines
City of Philadelphia Benefits includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Prescription
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Hybrid Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Plan
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistant Program
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Vacation leave
• Paid personal days
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Backup Child and Adult care
• Wellbeing platform and programs
• Retiree Health Benefits
• Qualified Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Tuition Discounts for City Employees

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