This is second level supervisory correctional work directing, through subordinate Correctional Sergeants, the activities of a large correctional force engaged in overseeing the custody of inmates in a correctional institution with responsibility for the maintenance of security and order. Contact with inmates, prison staff, medical, education and social service professionals in the institution is a significant aspect of the work in ensuring a safe and secure facility in accordance with Prison rules and regulations and court mandates. Employees in this class assume full responsibility for an institution in the absence of superiors during an assigned shift, holiday and/or weekend duty coverage. Work involves regular exposure to unpredictable conditions which can arise in correctional institutions. Work is performed under the general supervision of a correctional 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
For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at
215-686-0880 or email
[email protected].ELIGIBLE LIST: DEPARTMENTAL-ONLY PROMOTIONAL & PERIODIC
Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Philadelphia Department of Prisons will be established as a result of this examination.
The examination for this class is announced on a periodic basis. The eligible list established as a result will be merged as candidates are tested.
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.
Candidates who passed a periodic or continuous examination may not apply for the same examination as long as the candidate’s name remains on the eligible list. Candidates who fail or those who pass and whose names are subsequently removed from the eligible list for a continuous or periodic examination may apply for the examination again 180 days following the last date on which the candidate took the examination. If a candidate takes an examination sooner, the candidate will be considered examined in error. The candidate’s test papers will not be scored.
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 havemaintaineda 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 questionregardingresidence later in this form.
The response on this application will be used todetermineeligibility for preference for residents. Documentation of residence may berequiredif there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements.
If an applicant does not respond to theappropriate residencequestion, it will be assumed that the applicant does not qualify for residence preference. Eligibility for residence preference must bedeterminedby the date of the test administration. No requests for residence preference will be granted after the test administration.
PROJECTED EXAM DATE
This examination is scheduled for the week of September 12, 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 the analyst listed on this announcement and alternative arrangements will be made for you to take this examination.
An Eligible List is planned for the week of
September 21, 2026. Please note that this date may change.
CERTIFICATION RULE
Rule of Ten (10)
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.
ANTICIPATED ELIGIBILITY
Candidates who meet all eligibility requirements within six (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 Philadelphia Department of Prisons with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.
AND
2. EDUCATION: Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.
AND
3. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience guarding inmates in a correctional institution.
AND
4. SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE: One year of experience supervising the activities of correctional officers.
OR
Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources.
