What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiscal Officer position at City of Philadelphia?

WHO WE ARE

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.

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Benefits - We care about your well-being.

The City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.

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Equal Access to Civil Service Testing

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 faqpchr@phila.gov. 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 accommodation for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Office of Human Resources (OHR) at 215-686-2350 or by email at janine.labletta@phila.gov. The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant and OHR. 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.

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General Definition

This is fiscal administrative work directing the accounting and budgeting functions of a large city agency or directing the budgeting and other fiscal functions for several departments as a part of an administrative services cluster. Employees in this class plan and administer a comprehensive budget program and develop fiscal policies and accounting methods to control and report on departmental activities and functions. Employees plan, assign and review the work of a staff comprised of a combination of budgeting, accounting, and other fiscal staff. An employee working in the central finance agency will also participate in assignments related to bonds, contracts and miscellaneous appropriations and contributions. Working with administrative officials to implement fiscal policies and departmental budget objectives is of major significance to the work.

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

Nashe’ Colmon, M.S

Human Resource Professional 2

City of Philadelphia - Office of Human Resources

1401 JFK Boulevard, Room 1530

Philadelphia, PA 19102

[t] 215-686-2351

[e]nashe.colmon@phila.gov

For all other inquiries, please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov

Notes to Applicants and Projected Exam Information

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 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

EXAM INFORMATION:

This computer-based examination with an oral component will be scheduled for November 30, 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 Nashe Colmon at nashe.colmon@phila.gov, and alternative arrangements will be made for you to take this examination.

An Eligible List will be established the week of December 19, 2026. Please note that this date may change.

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

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 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 and a Performance Rating of Satisfactory or higher.

2. EDUCATION

Completion of a bachelor's degree program from an accredited college or university.

AND

3. GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Three years of budgetary, accounting or analytical experience in fiscal administration.

AND

4. SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Two years of supervisory experience directing a department-wide budget program or directing full performance level accounting personnel for an accounting operation within a City department, or two years of administrative analysis and management work for a commissioner or deputy commissioner carrying out a variety of analytical management and staff assignments pertaining to the fiscal management of the department.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience determined to be acceptable by the Personnel Department, which includes a bachelor's degree and the specific experience indicated 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, 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 must 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

Nashe’ Colmon, M.S

Human Resource Professional

City of Philadelphia -Office of Human Resources

1401JFKBoulevard, Room 1530

Philadelphia, PA 19102

[t] 215-686-2351

[e] nashe.colmon@phila.gov

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Minimum Acceptable Training and Experience

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