The School District of Philadelphia

The School District of Philadelphia

Public school district delivering education citywide

Customer Support/External Liaison

Full-TimePosted on 9/24/2026
$34.3k - $46.1k/mo
Mid
Philadelphia, PA, USA
In Person

About the job

Requirements
  • Knowledge of methods and techniques associated with effectively addressing numerous inquiries.
  • Knowledge of office principles, practices, and procedures.
  • Ability to maintain a log of inquiries received.
  • Ability to interact with the public.
  • Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
  • Ability to learn and explain the personnel policies and practices of the School District.
  • Ability to use computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Responsibilities
  • Provide support to School District staff, prospective candidates, prospective students, and parents as they apply for positions or participate in parental engagement opportunities.
  • Maintain customer satisfaction and document inquiries and parent involvement activity by school and grade.
  • Provide information to families and the public regarding charter school operations.
  • Respond to charter school-related concerns and complaints and perform administrative tasks.
  • Work closely with School Advisory Councils in Renaissance Charter Schools to support their development and school engagement.
  • Interact with District personnel and the public to address application-process issues and respond to information requests.
  • Maintain a database log of inquiries received and review inquiry types with the administrator.
  • Interact with various functional areas to attain viable solutions to problem situations.
  • Participate in special projects by conducting research to gather pertinent information.

About the company

The School District of Philadelphia

The School District of Philadelphia

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The School District of Philadelphia provides public education for about 200,000 school-aged children in Philadelphia. It runs and supports the city’s public schools, oversees curriculum and standards, hires teachers and staff, and manages funding and resources to offer programs that connect schools with families and communities. The district implements policies and supports educators through district leadership and school-level administration to create safe, engaging learning environments. Its goal is to ensure all students achieve their full intellectual and social potential, graduate ready to succeed, and view education as a civil right for every child in the city.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Founded

2010

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What believers are saying

  • Pennsylvania's July 2026 budget adds $157.3 million to Philadelphia schools.
  • May 2026 board approval locked a $4.6 billion operating budget and capital spending.
  • The Northeast facilities plan modernizes 169 schools while funding new construction at Comly.

What critics are saying

  • The 2025 asbestos DPA threatens criminal sanctions if compliance slips over five years.
  • August 2026 Kensington asbestos relocation triggered lawsuits and campus disruption before classes.
  • Seventeen school closures for 2027-28 face community backlash and enrollment volatility.

What makes The School District of Philadelphia unique

  • Philadelphia runs 339 buildings and 100,000+ students, enabling citywide scale advantages.
  • Gilbane delivered Northeast Community Propel Academy through a 16-month public-private partnership.
  • The district controls a $1.5 billion capital program through 2032.

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Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Mental Health Support

Flexible Work Hours

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