Correctional Inmate Classification Supervisor

This is supervisory work directing the classification process of newly admitted inmates and the re-classification process of current inmates in the City’s correctional facility. An employee in this class directs the process of interviewing inmates and evaluating background information to determine the appropriate security level for housing within the prisons. An employee in this class applies predetermined criteria to select inmates who are to be transferred to other counties, assigns and reviews the work of personnel in the Classification Unit, and works closely with personnel who are responsible for moving the inmates into the general population once they are classified. Contact with social workers, lawyers, prison personnel, and prison personnel from other counties is a significant aspect of the work. 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:

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: rashida.ximiness@phila.gov

For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov

ELIGIBLE LIST: DEPARTMENTAL-ONLY PROMOTIONAL

Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Prisons 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 October 27, 2025. 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.

College

1. CIVIL SERVICE STATUS:

Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Prisons 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.

AND
3. EXPERIENCE:

Two years of experience as a social worker performing inmate classification work in a correctional facility, which includes one year at the full performance level.

OR

Four years of inmate classification experience in a correctional facility.

OR

Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Personnel Department, which has included a bachelor's degree as an educational minimum and the specific experience as 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.

Salary : $62,767 - $80,697