Announcement Details
Exam Announcement Details
Exam Title Psychologist 1
Exam Number 4A17-20240902-PR-00
Salary $61,335.00 - $78,851.00 per year.
Certification Rule Rule of List
Competition City-Wide Promotional
Department
Announcement Date 09/02/2024
Close Date 09/15/2024
General Definition
This job posting is for current City employees with permanent Civil Service status. If you are not a City employee, please apply for the other posting at our website for the same title labeled “Open to Anyone”.
The announcement number is 4A17-20240902-OC-00.
The Prisons Department and Department of Human Services are hiring master’s level graduates or candidates for December graduation with a master’s degree. The City is seeking candidates with a master’s degree in Psychology or Counseling and academic coursework in diagnostics.
Please be sure to upload and attach a copy of your official transcript with your application for review.
You can make an impact on our community of individuals serving periods of incarceration or for our youth. Apply by September 15, 2024.
About The Position
This is psychological work of limited scope and difficulty administering a variety of psychological assessments and applying psychological techniques in the evaluation and treatment of prison inmates. Assessing and interviewing prison inmates and providing psychological information to other agency staff are significant aspects of the work. Work is distinguished from the Psychologist 2 higher level class by caseload and complexity of cases. Work is performed under the direction of a Prisons Psychologist Supervisor. Employees in this class also receive technical guidance from more advanced level psychologists.
Union Code AFSCME D.C.47 Local 2187
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.
Office of Human Resources
City of Philadelphia
Health, Human Services, and Management Team
1401 JFK Boulevard, Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
[t] 215-686-5561
[f] 215-686-0861
[e] [email protected]
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.
ANTICIPATED ELIGIBILITY
Candidates who meet all eligibility requirements within three months of the application deadline (by 12/15/24) 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.
AND
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
Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator’s license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to and during tenure of employment in this class, if required by work assignment.
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
Jamie M. Trull
Office of Human Resources
City of Philadelphia
Health, Human Services, and Management Team
1401 JFK Boulevard, Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Equivalency Statement(s)
Any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience which has included a master’s degree which has included coursework in assessment as an educational minimum.
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 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 City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.
Learn more here: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
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 [email protected] . 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 accommodations for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request an accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Unit of the Philadelphia Department of Labor at 215-683-5085. The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant requesting a test accommodation and the EEO Unit. 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 215-686-0880 or by email at [email protected]
ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on 09/15/2024.
Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you:
If you provide an e-mail address, all correspondence regarding this examination will be sent to you by e-mail. You should add [email protected] 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 215-686-0880 or email [email protected] if you have any questions.
Information concerning employment with the City of Philadelphia may be found at:
http://www.phila.gov/personnel
http://www.phila.gov/personnel/ExamsFAQ.html
Facebook: @CityofPhiladelphiaJOBS
Twitter: @PHLCityJobs
Eligible List
CONCURRENT : Both Open-Competitive and promotional examinations have been announced concurrently.
Departmental and interdepartmental promotional eligible lists of permanent City employees and an Open-Competitive eligible list will be established as a result of these examinations. The appointing authority may make an appointment from either one of the promotional lists until these lists are exhausted and, thereafter, may appoint from the Open-Competitive list.
If you do not have permanent civil service status with the City of Philadelphia, or are otherwise ineligible to compete in promotional examinations, you should not apply for this examination. You should apply for the Open-Competitive examination for this class announced concurrently on the same date. The examination number for the Open-Competitive examination is 4A17-20240902-00C-02
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 10/13/2024, 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 10/03/2024. 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 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.
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Assigned to Jamie Trull
Parts & Weights
Part Training & Experience Evaluation
Weight 90%
Part Seniority Rating
Weight 10%
Exam Announcement Details
Exam Title Psychologist 1
Exam Number 4A17-20240902-PR-00
Salary $61,335.00 - $78,851.00 per year.
Certification Rule Rule of List
Competition City-Wide Promotional
Department
Announcement Date 09/02/2024
Close Date 09/15/2024
General Definition
This job posting is for current City employees with permanent Civil Service status. If you are not a City employee, please apply for the other posting at our website for the same title labeled “Open to Anyone”.
The announcement number is 4A17-20240902-OC-00.
The Prisons Department and Department of Human Services are hiring master’s level graduates or candidates for December graduation with a master’s degree. The City is seeking candidates with a master’s degree in Psychology or Counseling and academic coursework in diagnostics.
Please be sure to upload and attach a copy of your official transcript with your application for review.
You can make an impact on our community of individuals serving periods of incarceration or for our youth. Apply by September 15, 2024.
About The Position
This is psychological work of limited scope and difficulty administering a variety of psychological assessments and applying psychological techniques in the evaluation and treatment of prison inmates. Assessing and interviewing prison inmates and providing psychological information to other agency staff are significant aspects of the work. Work is distinguished from the Psychologist 2 higher level class by caseload and complexity of cases. Work is performed under the direction of a Prisons Psychologist Supervisor. Employees in this class also receive technical guidance from more advanced level psychologists.
Union Code AFSCME D.C.47 Local 2187
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.
- 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.
- The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is:
Office of Human Resources
City of Philadelphia
Health, Human Services, and Management Team
1401 JFK Boulevard, Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
[t] 215-686-5561
[f] 215-686-0861
[e] [email protected]
- For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email [email protected]
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.
ANTICIPATED ELIGIBILITY
Candidates who meet all eligibility requirements within three months of the application deadline (by 12/15/24) 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.
- CIVIL SERVICE STATUS :
AND
- EDUCATION :
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
Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator’s license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to and during tenure of employment in this class, if required by work assignment.
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
Jamie M. Trull
Office of Human Resources
City of Philadelphia
Health, Human Services, and Management Team
1401 JFK Boulevard, Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Equivalency Statement(s)
Any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience which has included a master’s degree which has included coursework in assessment as an educational minimum.
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 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 City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.
Learn more here: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
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 [email protected] . 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 accommodations for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request an accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Unit of the Philadelphia Department of Labor at 215-683-5085. The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant requesting a test accommodation and the EEO Unit. 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 215-686-0880 or by email at [email protected]
ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on 09/15/2024.
Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you:
- Do not provide your complete and accurate social security number.
- Attempt to practice fraud or deception in the preparation of this application
If you provide an e-mail address, all correspondence regarding this examination will be sent to you by e-mail. You should add [email protected] 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 215-686-0880 or email [email protected] if you have any questions.
Information concerning employment with the City of Philadelphia may be found at:
http://www.phila.gov/personnel
http://www.phila.gov/personnel/ExamsFAQ.html
Facebook: @CityofPhiladelphiaJOBS
Twitter: @PHLCityJobs
Eligible List
CONCURRENT : Both Open-Competitive and promotional examinations have been announced concurrently.
Departmental and interdepartmental promotional eligible lists of permanent City employees and an Open-Competitive eligible list will be established as a result of these examinations. The appointing authority may make an appointment from either one of the promotional lists until these lists are exhausted and, thereafter, may appoint from the Open-Competitive list.
If you do not have permanent civil service status with the City of Philadelphia, or are otherwise ineligible to compete in promotional examinations, you should not apply for this examination. You should apply for the Open-Competitive examination for this class announced concurrently on the same date. The examination number for the Open-Competitive examination is 4A17-20240902-00C-02
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 10/13/2024, 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 10/03/2024. 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 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.
Assigned to (view only)
Assigned to Jamie Trull
Parts & Weights
Part Training & Experience Evaluation
Weight 90%
Part Seniority Rating
Weight 10%