Police Photographer

Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobs 

All applications will be accepted from 7/6/2026 to 7/19/2026.

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. 

General Job Description: This is technical photographic work at the full performance level. The employee is responsible for working with Photoshop or other photographic computer programs to improve or create photographs of a non-arrest nature such as presentations and graduations; shooting, developing and printing still photographs of prisoners, injured police officers and civilians, and other evidence for identification and court exhibits in black and white and color. A portion of the work may involve contact with prisoners. Employees work on a rotating shift. The employee is supervised by a technical superior.

The Requirements are as follows: 

EDUCATION:

Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.

AND

A minimum of six (6) credits of coursework which includes basic photography and/or digital photography

AND

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Two years of photography experience which has included photo editing using digital software.

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Stefan Koprivica.  You can contact Stefan at stefan.koprivica@phila.gov.

If you need any assistance, please feel free to contact: hrhelpdesk@phila.gov