What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Sheriff Detective position at City of Philadelphia?
Exam Announcement Details
Exam Title Deputy Sheriff Detective Exam Number 6K03-20250331-70-00 Salary $66,466 - $72,839 per year Certification Rule Rule of Five (5) Competition Department Only Promotional Department 70 - Sheriff's Office Announcement Date 03/31/2025 Close Date 04/13/2025 General Definition
This posting is for employees in the Sheriff’s Office only. This posting is not open to the public.
About The Position
This is court enforcement work servicing legal documents and executing a wide variety of civil and criminal court orders and conducting investigations relative to work assignments. Work differs from that of the Deputy Sheriff in that the incumbents are responsible for making and completing civil investigations. Employees in this class are frequently required to work irregular hours to serve legal papers, make arrests, and perform extraditions. The ability to deal firmly and courteously with hostile members of the public is of major significance to the work.
Work is performed under the supervision of a higher level deputy sheriff.
Assignments require evaluative thinking and are carried out in accordance with standard departmental practices and general work instructions. Employees in this class have controlling responsibility for serving and executing court orders in an assigned sector of a district. Work involves environmental conditions, which can be only partially controlled and light physical effort.
Union Code B. Deputy Sheriff Classes FLSA Code Non-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.
City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675
Phone: 215-686-3159
Fax: 215-686-0861
Email: charlene.clark@phila.gov
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. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.
Ability to 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 appointment and during tenure of appointment as a Deputy Sheriff.
Possession of an active Deputy Sheriff Training Act II-1 14 certification prior to appointment.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Ability to obtain, or possession of, an automobile in good operating condition if required by job assignment.
Requirements
Other Requirements Equivalency Statement(s)
Any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience.
Application Details
Notes to Applicants
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 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 accommodations for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request an accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Office of Human Resources 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 requesting a test accommodation 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.
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 hrhelpdesk@phila.gov.
ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on April 13, 2025.
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 Phila.OHR@phila.gov and the analyst listed in this announcement 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 hrhelpdesk@phila.gov if you have any questions.
Information Concerning Employment With The City Of Philadelphia May Be Found At Various Social Media Sites. We Can Be Found As Philadelphia Office Of Human Resources. The Pages For Each Are Linked Below
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ELIGIBLE LIST: DEPARTMENTAL-ONLY PROMOTIONAL
Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office will be established as a result of the 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 persons receiving an identical test score. If you have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year immediately preceding May 17, 2025, 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.
MILITARY LEAVE
Any candidate, who intends to make a request to take the test on a date other than the scheduled test date because of military duty on that date, must file a written request and send proof of military duties (ex: official orders) to
Email: Charlene.clark@phila.gov
Fax: 215-686-0861 with ATTN: Charlene Clark-Smith
Mailing Address
City of Philadelphia
Office of Human Resources
1401 J.F. Kennedy Boulevard, Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Attention: Charlene Clark-Smith
Projected Exam Date
This computer-based examination is scheduled for May 17, 2025. 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 will be established the week of June 2, 2025. 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.
Assigned to (view only) Assigned to Charlene Clark
Parts & Weights
Part Computer-Based Multiple Choice Exam Weight 90% Part Seniority Rating Weight 10%
Exam Title Deputy Sheriff Detective Exam Number 6K03-20250331-70-00 Salary $66,466 - $72,839 per year Certification Rule Rule of Five (5) Competition Department Only Promotional Department 70 - Sheriff's Office Announcement Date 03/31/2025 Close Date 04/13/2025 General Definition
This posting is for employees in the Sheriff’s Office only. This posting is not open to the public.
About The Position
This is court enforcement work servicing legal documents and executing a wide variety of civil and criminal court orders and conducting investigations relative to work assignments. Work differs from that of the Deputy Sheriff in that the incumbents are responsible for making and completing civil investigations. Employees in this class are frequently required to work irregular hours to serve legal papers, make arrests, and perform extraditions. The ability to deal firmly and courteously with hostile members of the public is of major significance to the work.
Work is performed under the supervision of a higher level deputy sheriff.
Assignments require evaluative thinking and are carried out in accordance with standard departmental practices and general work instructions. Employees in this class have controlling responsibility for serving and executing court orders in an assigned sector of a district. Work involves environmental conditions, which can be only partially controlled and light physical effort.
Union Code B. Deputy Sheriff Classes FLSA Code Non-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:
City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675
Phone: 215-686-3159
Fax: 215-686-0861
Email: charlene.clark@phila.gov
- For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov
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. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.
- CIVIL SERVICE STATUS: Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.
- EDUCATION: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.
- EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience as a Deputy Sheriff.
Ability to 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 appointment and during tenure of appointment as a Deputy Sheriff.
Possession of an active Deputy Sheriff Training Act II-1 14 certification prior to appointment.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Ability to obtain, or possession of, an automobile in good operating condition if required by job assignment.
Requirements
Other Requirements Equivalency Statement(s)
Any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience.
Application Details
Notes to Applicants
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 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 accommodations for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request an accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Office of Human Resources 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 requesting a test accommodation 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.
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 hrhelpdesk@phila.gov.
ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on April 13, 2025.
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 Phila.OHR@phila.gov and the analyst listed in this announcement 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 hrhelpdesk@phila.gov if you have any questions.
Information Concerning Employment With The City Of Philadelphia May Be Found At Various Social Media Sites. We Can Be Found As Philadelphia Office Of Human Resources. The Pages For Each Are Linked Below
Youtube
NextDoor
ELIGIBLE LIST: DEPARTMENTAL-ONLY PROMOTIONAL
Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office will be established as a result of the 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 persons receiving an identical test score. If you have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year immediately preceding May 17, 2025, 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.
MILITARY LEAVE
Any candidate, who intends to make a request to take the test on a date other than the scheduled test date because of military duty on that date, must file a written request and send proof of military duties (ex: official orders) to
Email: Charlene.clark@phila.gov
Fax: 215-686-0861 with ATTN: Charlene Clark-Smith
Mailing Address
City of Philadelphia
Office of Human Resources
1401 J.F. Kennedy Boulevard, Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Attention: Charlene Clark-Smith
Projected Exam Date
This computer-based examination is scheduled for May 17, 2025. 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 will be established the week of June 2, 2025. 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.
Assigned to (view only) Assigned to Charlene Clark
Parts & Weights
Part Computer-Based Multiple Choice Exam Weight 90% Part Seniority Rating Weight 10%
Salary : $66,466 - $72,839
