Corrections Water Treatment Plant Foreman - SCI ...

Salary: $47,925.00 - $96,538.00 Annually Location : Huntingdon County, PA Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number: N-2026-43753 Department: Department of Corrections Division: CR HUN Mntnc Opening Date: 02/27/2026 Closing Date: 3/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code: 98570 Position Number: 00119581 Union: PSCOA Bargaining Unit: H1 Pay Group: CO35 Bureau / Division Code: 00114220 Bureau / Division: SCI Huntingdon Worksite Address: 1100 Pike Street City: Huntingdon, Pennsylvania Zip Code: 16652 Contact Name: Yen Le Contact Phone: 717.705.5614 Contact Email: THE POSITION Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize your water treatment plant experience to deliver reliable, clean water for a large facility? Would you enjoy using your technical and supervisory skills to oversee inmate workers? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Huntingdon is seeking a motivated Corrections Water Treatment Plant Foreman. If you want a rewarding public service career and the chance to share your knowledge about this valuable trade, then we encourage you to apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Corrections Water Treatment Plant Foreman, you will oversee inmate workers as well as the operation and maintenance of a 1.2 million gallon capacity water treatment plant. You will use solid knowledge and communication skills while working hands-on with inmates learning the standard principles of water treatment plant maintenance. This will include: Operating and servicing motors, pumps, valves, water softeners, chemical feeders, chlorinators, filters, flow records, controllers, and related water treatment equipment Performing sampling and chemical testing of pH levels, purity, clarity, and biochemical oxygen demand levels Ensuring acceptable potability and safety standards for human consumption and environmental protection Scheduling inmate work activities and reviewing work for adherence to established procedures and guidelines Training inmates to operate and maintain water treatment equipment Evaluating inmate performance and supervising plant activities 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 hours per week Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with rotating days off. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $47,925.00 (before taxes). However, a higher salary may be established in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant. Special Requirements: You 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. You must possess a valid Class E certificate issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater Systems Operators. You must possess a valid Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent. Additional Requirements: Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. 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). Your application 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 and click on Veterans. 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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply. 01 Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension? Yes No 02 If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below. 03 Do you 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 are equal to or higher than Class C; Subclasses 1, 7, 8, 11? Yes No 04 If you are claiming certification, you must upload a copy of your certificate. You must attach your certificate prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add certificate(s) to the application after it has been submitted. 05 Do you possess a valid Class E certificate issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater System Operators? Yes No 06 If you are claiming certification, you must upload a copy of your certificate. You must attach your certificate prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add certificate(s) to the application after it has been submitted. 07 Do you possess one or more years of full-time experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant? Yes No 08 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04