Posting number: 1B82-20261109-36-00
Department: REV Revenue
Job classification: Senior Payment Processing Clerk
Posting type: Department Only Promotional
Categories: Tax Administration, Business
This is payment processing work, processing a variety of tax payments through the use of point-of-sale terminals or electronic validating equipment. Employees in this class assign work to lower level employees and act as lead workers. The employees process a large volume of over-the-counter payment transactions using a point-of-sale terminal, or receipt payments using electronic validating equipment. Work also involves performing related clerical duties and meeting with the general public to resolve payment related difficulties. Work is performed under the close supervision of a payment processing supervisor.
The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is
Bradley Greenfield, SHRM-CP
City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675
Phone: 215-686-2376
Fax: 215-686-0861
Email: Bradley.Greenfield@phila.gov
For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov
Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Department of Revenue 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.
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.
This examination will be scheduled for December 15, 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 Bradley Greenfield at Bradley.Greenfield@phila.gov and alternative arrangements will be made for you to take this examination.
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, 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 January 4, 2027. Please note that this date may change.
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.
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.
High School/GED
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 six months after the last date for filing applications.
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.
Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Department of Revenue with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.
AND
Education equivalent to completion of twelfth school grade.
AND
One year of clerical experience.
AND
Two years of experience performing Payment Processing work involving the use of point-of-sale or electronic validating systems for tax returns or revenue payments.
OR
Any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources.
PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.
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
Bradley Greenfield, SHRM-CP
City of Philadelphia
Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 215-686-2376
Fax: 215-686-0861
Email: Bradley.Greenfield@Phila.gov
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