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THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2024-76113** WHICH WAS OPEN FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2024 TO FEBRUARY 28, 2024, PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

Are you interested in starting a career in public service and have an interest in the field of water treatment? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hill is seeking a highly motivated Corrections Water Treatment Plant Foreman to join our team. This is a great opportunity with for a career with growth potential. If you meet the minimum requirements, and if this opportunity seems like the change, you've been looking for, the DOC wants you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Corrections Water Treatment Plant Foreman for the DOC, you are responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing pumps, valves, chlorinators, chemical feeders, compressors, laboratory equipment and computer monitoring systems to effectively support the ongoing operation of a 1.2 million gallon capacity water treatment plant.

Duties include performing daily laboratory testing and equipment calibration required to meet Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) regulations and providing proper daily chemical dosage to maintain normal plant operations.  The incumbent in this position oversees inmate workers in the performance of janitorial and maintenance work details while assigned to the water treatment plant.  You ensure tool control and caustic/toxic supply inventory records are maintained in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment; 40-hour work week. 
• Work hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, Wednesday through Sunday.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,753.00 (before taxes).

• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

   

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS *Minimum Experience and Training Requirement:*

• One year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant. 

*Special Requirements: *

• All employees must possess a valid certificate issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater Systems Operators as a water treatment plant operator that is equal to or higher than a Class C with subclasses 1, 7, 8, and 11.
• All employees must possess a valid Class E certificate issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater Systems Operators.
• All employees must possess a valid Pennsylvania noncommercial Class C driver's license or equivalent that is not currently under suspension.

*Additional Requirement:* 

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

*Legal Requirement:*

• You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will *not *be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 
• Your applic tion must be submitted by the posting closing date*. *Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• *Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.  *

*Veterans: *

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

*Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): *

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.   The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.