Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

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.

Agency Description

The Mayor's Office of Philadelphia is dedicated to serving the residents of the City by promoting equity, fostering economic growth, and enhancing the quality of life for all communities. Committed to transparency, integrity, and accountability, we work collaboratively with city departments, agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders to address the most pressing challenges facing our City and to create opportunities for shared prosperity and success.

The Mayor’s Office hopes to continue to build a vibrant, inclusive, and resilient city where every resident has the opportunity to thrive. The City of Philadelphia aspires to be a model of effective governance, innovation, and social progress, where government works in partnership with the community to create positive change and achieve meaningful results.

The Mayor’s Office focuses on the following main initiatives:

• Public Safety
• Clean and Green
• Housing
• Economic Opportunity
• Education
• Roundtables (business, faith-based, and intergovernmental)

Job Description

Position Summary

The Deputy Director will assist the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood and Community Engagement and Constituency Engagement staff, working with different constituency groups and communities across Philadelphia, as well as staff that provides support for all departments in their constituency engagement and other programs. The Deputy Director will report directly to the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood and Community Engagement and focus on ensuring that each engagement team has a strong understanding of upcoming administration priorities and policies and is able to share this information with their respective commissions and constituencies to help increase awareness about city programs and initiatives. Additionally, the Deputy will work to ensure that the commissions and engagement teams have a clear line of communication with the administration and that community concerns around policies and issues are heard by policymakers and can inform the administration’s policymaking process.

Essential Functions

• Work with the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Community and Neighborhood Engagement and key city leadership to develop a public engagement strategy around key initiatives
• Assist Directors of Constituency Engagement, commissions, and other staff leadership
• Implement tracking systems to ensure that community concerns and priorities are elevated and communicated to the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood and Community Engagement
• Work to ensure that departments and constituency engagement staff across city government consistently conduct robust engagement and outreach efforts to all communities
• Foster and build relationships with community leaders and grassroots leaders across the City of Philadelphia
• Provide meaningful opportunities for members of the public to engage with City leadership and craft both policy and priorities
• Promote stronger civic culture across the City through thoughtful and authentic engagement
• Ensure voices that have not historically had a say in public policy are provided meaningful opportunities to engage with government

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective and persuasive leadership comfortable with all levels of staff, public, and others
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to handle simultaneous priority projects and meet established deadlines
• Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment within general policy guidelines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills and the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively and succinctly
• Experience in communications and messaging of key priorities
• Ability to craft a strategic plan and execute it
• Must be able to work extended hours on an as-needed basis
• Familiarity with, and understanding of, City of Philadelphia municipal operations and departments
• Strong relationship-building skills are essential, along with the ability to work seamlessly with different constituencies
• Flexible with the ability to shift priorities quickly as business demands require
• Strong management skills
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence and under time pressure
• Team player with a positive disposition, strong interpersonal skills, and sound judgment
• Able to work well within diverse environments
• Tech-savvy with experience and fluency in office software programs
• Values and encourages diversity of thought, background, and perspective
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in public engagement, community relations, or community affairs
• Experience managing organizational systems
• In-depth knowledge of service, volunteerism, public affairs and public policy, and a broad understanding of city government and the ability to influence senior leaders/government officials/other key stakeholders
• Experience working with people from many diverse and different backgrounds
• Demonstrated commitment and experience in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in community and in teams
• Knowledge of Philadelphia and communities across the city is required.

Additional Information

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary Range: $105,000 - $120,000

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:

• Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
• Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that  are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

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: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx