Salary: $72,016.00 - $92,571.00 Annually
Location : Philadelphia, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: PWD Water
Opening Date: 07/20/2026
Closing Date: 8/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: J
Competition: Department Only Promotional
Residency Waiver: N/A
Certification Rule: Rule of 5
1. Parts: Training & Experience Evaluation
1. Weight: 90%
2. Parts: Seniority Rating
2. Weight: 10%
3. Parts: N/A
3. Weight: N/A
Salary Range: EP21

General Definition

This is training and staff development work designing, planning, implementing, facilitating, and evaluating a program of training and organization development in a municipal operating department. An employee in this class manages and coordinates overall planning and execution of training and development programs, courses and activities, and engages with key stakeholders to improve employee productivity and ensure attainment of organizational objectives. Responsibility for developing curricula focusing on training needs and developing and/or maintaining a comprehensive training plan for the department and facilitating training programs are significant aspects of the work. Work may include supervision of a small number of technical and clerical personnel. Work is performed under the direction of an administrative superior.
CONTACT INFORMATION

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is
Melanie M Chalmers

City of Philadelphia - Office of Human Resources

1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530

Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675
Phone: 215-686-2690

Fax: 215-686-0861

Email: [email protected]
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 Philadelphia 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 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.
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 08/24/2026. 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 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.
Level of Education Required

College

Minimum Acceptable Training and Experience
The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests.

ANTICIPATED ELIGIBILITY
Candidates who meet all eligibility requirements within 3 months (11/02/2026) 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 Water Department with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.

AND
2. EDUCATION:
Completion of a bachelor's degree program at an accredited college or university.
NOTE:Additional experience or industry recognized certification may substitute for the required degree on a year for year basis.
AND

3. GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Two years experience as an employee trainer, a training coordinator, a training administrator, a training consultant, or as a human resources professional or assistant, which has included designing and conducting employee training and development programs.
AND

4. SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

One year of full performance level professional human resources experience or as an employee trainer, a training coordinator, a training administrator, a training and outreach manager, or a training consultant for enterprise-wide professional development and learning experience planning and administering employee training and development programs.
NOTE: A master's degree in the areas specified in the education section may substitute for the general experience.
Equivalency Statement

Or any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources that has included and the specific experience described above.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.
TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS
Candidates MUST submit a copy of their official college or university transcript(s) indicating completion of the educational requirement 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.

If you have ever submitted a paper transcript, for any City of Philadelphia civil service examination, you must submit another document

Option 1 - Upload a paperless transcript - 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 - Separate document required for each application
If you submit a paper copy of a transcript 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

Melanie M Chalmers
City of Philadelphia - Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675
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

01

Are you presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Water Department with a Performance rating of Satisfactory or higher?

• Yes
• No

Required Question