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.
Requirements
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic initiatives to engage youth in city governance, including identifying barriers to participation, setting goals, and establishing measurable outcomes to gauge success.
- Community Outreach: Build relationships with youth-serving organizations, local school districts, community groups, and other stakeholders to promote youth engagement opportunities and gather input on issues affecting young residents.
- Program Development: Design and oversee programs, events, and initiatives aimed at empowering youth, fostering leadership skills, and providing opportunities for civic involvement, volunteerism, and community service.
- Advocacy and Policy Development: Advocate for policies and programs that address the needs and concerns of youth, ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes at the local level. Collaborate with city officials, elected leaders, and advocacy groups to prioritize youth-friendly policies and initiatives.
- Education and Training: Develop educational resources, workshops, and training sessions to equip youth with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to engage in civic activities, understand government processes, and advocate for change.
- Youth Council Support: Provide guidance and support to youth advisory boards, councils, and committees, facilitating meaningful participation, promoting diversity and inclusion, and amplifying youth perspectives in city governance.
- Research and Evaluation: Conduct research, surveys, and assessments to better understand the needs, interests, and priorities of youth in the community. Use data-driven insights to inform decision-making and improve the effectiveness of youth engagement efforts.
- Partnership Development: Cultivate partnerships with City departments, local businesses, nonprofits, academic institutions, local school districts and government agencies to leverage resources, expand programming, and create opportunities for collaboration on youth-related initiatives.
Benefits
- Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program.
- Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
- 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.
- 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.
