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. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

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.

Agency Description

The Office of the Director of Finance was created by the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter, adopted by the electors of the City on April 17, 1951, to give the Mayor and the City government a principal officer responsible for the financial, accounting, and budgeting functions of the executive branch. The Director of Finance is thus the Chief Financial Officer of the City and all powers and duties concerning the city’s finances, accounting, and budgeting in the executive branch are directly or indirectly the Director's. The Director of Finance is also the Chairman of the Board of Pensions and Retirements as an ex-officio member of the board of various quasi-governmental agencies, including the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority. The City of Philadelphia operates on a fiscal year between July 1st and June 30th.

The Technical Architect will be responsible for providing technical solutions and high-level technical guidance to team members assigned to the City’s Oracle HRMS development and support team. The Technical Architect is an experienced, enthusiastic, and hands-on individual who can rapidly learn the current state and provide expert guidance to ensure long-term success. The Technical Architect is responsible for collaborating with the internal OnePhilly team and Managed Services vendor to ensure proper availability and effective functioning of multiple OnePhilly testing and production environments.

This job post will close on March 24, 2024 (30 days from publish date)

Essential Functions & Knowledge Areas

• Work with the managed services vendor to ensure 24x7 availability for critical HCM systems.
• Implement, maintain and enforce effective industry standard processes and policies within our Non-production and Production environments.
• Lead and participate in the architecture and design of databases to support critical applications.
• Engage with DBA, Applications Development, and other technical teams to implement solutions.
• Partner with functional and technical teams, prioritize work based on project needs and work effectively with minimum supervision.
• Support the tactical and strategic directions for the City’s OnePhilly infrastructure.
•  Provide routine status reports to leadership and escalate as necessary.
• Maintain Service Levels and OnePhilly goals for problem resolution.
• Follow security standards and effectively manage patches and upgrades, including advising the team of new features to be evaluated for inclusion in the system.
• Mentor team members and share knowledge within the team.
• Adapt to the changing technology environment and embrace newer platforms to support.
• Stay current with evolving technologies.
• Use highly developed communication and diplomacy skills to direct/motivate/influence teams and external customers.

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

• Unix/Linux Shell scripting and task automation;
• Oracle Applications platforms;
• Upgrading both Oracle Middleware Applications – OBIEE and ODI;
• Upgrading both Oracle Database and Oracle EBS Applications;
• Working knowledge of Oracle RAC, Dataguard, RMAN and data replication tools such as Goldengate.

This job post will close on March 24, 2024 (30 days from publish date)

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Electronic Engineering or related field, or foreign equivalent
• Five (5) years of experience in Oracle EBS Application Administration and Operations which must include the following: Unix/Linux Shell scripting and automate tasks; Oracle Applications platforms; Upgrading both Oracle Middleware Applications – OBIEE and ODI; Upgrading both Oracle Database and Oracle EBS Applications; Working knowledge of Oracle RAC, Dataguard, RMAN and data replication tools such as Goldengate.

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a resume.

This job post will close on March 24, 2024 (30 days from publish date)

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:

• Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
• 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
• 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. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
• 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. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that  are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

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 [email protected].

For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx