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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.

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  Benefits - We care about your well being.

Agency Description

The Philadelphia Department of Planning and Development acts to coordinate the City’s planning, zoning, housing, and development functions to promote the economic health of all of Philadelphia’s neighborhoods and the city as a whole. 

The Division of Development Services, located within the Department of Planning and Development, works to educate the public and private development community on the approval process for City Departments, Boards and Commissions.  Development Services also works to resolve novel development issues or conflicts between different codes, regulations or processes.  Development Services staff also work with other City departments and quasi-governmental entities to develop publicly owned, or public spaces throughout the City.
 

The Project Coordinator is a management support role applying project management skills, including customer service, policy research, data analysis, strategic planning, and public outreach to various assignments for the Department of Planning and Development with oversight from the Manager of Development Services and the Deputy Director of Development Services.  This position functions to provide support to both the Division of Development Services as well as the entire Department of Planning and Development. 

Essential Functions

• General Professional Skills
  • Interface with developers and city agencies on zoning, planning, and permitting concerns;
  • Exhibit attention to detail and tenacity to complete projects in challenging circumstances such as time constraints and incomplete information;
  • Collaborate with the Department of Planning and Development staff and other city agencies to ensure consistency of development projects with the comprehensive plan, zoning, and community needs;
• Project Management Related Skills and Activities
  • Help maintain an internal database of projects the Division works with or has an interest in tracking;
  • Monitor potential legislative, permitting, and planning issues that could impact development project and policy priorities;
  • Draft legislation, talking points, and policy statements related to real estate development;
  • Provide geospatial, quantitative, and qualitative data analysis on development issues;
  • Create documents and graphics concerning real estate development initiatives, city code issues, and permitting requirements;
  • Monitor and update documentation and websites as City Departments update their processes;
  • On occasion, work with City Departments on improvements to their approval processes;
• Customer Service-Related Skills and Activities
  • Interact diplomatically and communicate effectively with the public about the development and approvals process.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff members of numerous city departments and agencies.
• Public Outreach Related Skills and Activities
  • Organize and lead outreach efforts to educate the development community and members of the public about the development process;
  • Prepare or update development summary documents for specific projects and communities to support economic development issues, tours, and website highlights;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Education and Experience)

Education:

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university with major course work in economics, public administration, urban studies, or a closely related field.

Experience:

• Two years of experience in economic development, project planning or monitoring.

OR

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources which includes a bachelor’s degree.

Salary: $43,280 -$54,100

Did you know?

• We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer
• Employees are eligible for a 25% tuition discount program (and sometimes spouses and dependents as well) in partnership with area colleges and universities
• 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 

Successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

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

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