Electronic Voting Machine Technician - Philadelphia, United States - City of Philadelphia

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    Announcement Details

    Exam Announcement Details


    Exam Title
    Electronic Voting Machine Technician


    Exam Number
    7J


    Salary
    $43,029-$46,893 per year


    Certification Rule
    Rule of List


    Competition
    Department Only Promotional


    Department
    7- Office of the City Commissioners


    Announcement Date
    05/13/2024


    Close Date
    05/31/2024


    General Definition
    This is full performance electronic voting machine preparation, maintenance and repair work.

    An employee in this class prepares and tests all election materials and the electronic voting machines for all but not limited to primary and general elections, and performs periodic maintenance and repair of the voting machines.

    Work includes printing electronic voting machine ballots, performing service set-up of the machines for each election, and troubleshooting and replacing malfunctioning voting machine parts.

    An employee in this class ensures the distribution of electronic voting machines to designated polling places and explains and/or demonstrates voting process to Election Day officials and the general public.

    Work is performed under the supervision of a technical superior and involves physical effort.


    Union Code
    M. AFSCME D.C.33


    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.
    2.

    Notification of application approval, disapproval, and testing dates will be sent within the three-week period prior to
    June 17, 2024.


    Applicants are responsible for regularly checking their email and providing any additional information requested or application status appeals within the two week period listed in the notice.

    3..

    The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is:


    Ashanay Graham

    City of Philadelphia - Office of Human Resources

    1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530

    Philadelphia, PA

    Phone:


    Fax:


    Email:



    • For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at or email
    Minimum Requirements


    Minimum Training, Education & Experience

    The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards that will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests.

    Candidates who meet all eligibility requirements within 6 months of the application deadline( Nov. 30th, 2024) 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.

    1.


    CIVIL SERVICE STATUS:


    Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the City's Commissioner Office with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.


    AND
    2.


    EDUCATION:

    Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.


    AND
    3.


    GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

    One year of electronic or mechanical work experience.


    AND
    4.


    SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

    Six months experience, preparing electronic voting machines for elections and performing periodic maintenance and repair of the voting machines.


    Physical & Medical Requirements

    Ability to physically 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 employment as an Electronic Voting Machine Technician.


    Possession of training certificate in the care, maintenance and repair of electronic voting machines and equipment prior to appointment as an Electronic Voting Machine Technician if required by work assignment.


    Other Requirements

    Equivalency Statement(s)

    Application Details


    Notes to Applicants
    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.


    The City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.


    Learn more here:



    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 or send an email to
    .


    For more information, go to:


    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 Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Unit of the Philadelphia Department of Labor at The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant requesting a test accommodation and the EEO Unit.

    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 online 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 or by email at


    ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on
    May 31st, 2024.

    Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you:
    1) Do not provide your complete and accurate social security number.
    2) Attempt to practice fraud or deception in the preparation of this application


    All correspondence and notifications will be sent to your e-mail address or postal address listed in the contact information (address, phone #, e-mail) of your account profile.

    Your contact information will be automatically updated each time you submit an application for employment. It is your responsibility to change your contact information and to ensure that it is correct.

    If you provide an e-mail address, all correspondence regarding this examination will be sent to you by e-mail.

    You should add 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 or email
    if you have any questions.

    Information concerning employment with the City of Philadelphia may be found at:


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    ELIGIBLE LISTDEPARTMENTAL-


    ONLY PROMOTIONAL:

    Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the City Commissioner's Office 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 persons receiving an identical test score.

    If you have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year immediately preceding June 17th, 2024, 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.


    Projected Exam Date

    TRAINING
    ANDEXPERIENCE 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 June 17, 2024. 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 if you wish to schedule a test review.


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    Assigned to
    Ashanay Graham

    Parts & Weights


    Part
    Training & Experience Evaluation


    Weight
    90%


    Part
    Seniority Rating


    Weight
    10%