Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator Sr.

Title: Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator Sr.

State Role Title: Utility Plant Specialist II

Hiring Range: $47,721- $69,916

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: DJJ Training Academy

Agency Website: www.djj.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing court-involved youth to be successful citizens. DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth.

DJJ is seeking a Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator Sr. This role will serve as domestic water and waste water plant operator for DJJ Virginia Public Safety Training Center (VPSTC) and Barrett Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP), and strives to protect the existing high quality of state water and maintain an effluent of discharge of such quality that will provide for health, welfare and safety of the community and protection of fish, game and other aquatic life.

Must have a valid driver's license.

We are offering a $5,000.00 sign-on bonus to eligible hires (upon licensure obtained). 

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard waste water practices licensing and trades.
  
• Knowledge of standard domestic water supply practices, licensing and trades.
  
• Knowledge of general maintenance, repair and grounds/landscaping duties.
  

Additional Considerations

• Domestic Water and Waste Water License Operator Class 1, 2 or 3 certifications.
  
• Knowledge of maintenance department-mowing, trimming and maintaining a safe environment.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Lay off Policy 1.3: If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans: DJJ is committed to hiring and retaining veterans. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application. Please include your name and the position number in which you are applying along with the DD-214.

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Status Updates/Confirmation: Once you submit your online application, you will instantly receive an application confirmation number. You may use this number to track the status of your application during the recruitment process. Please refer to your account for the status of your application. Updates will not be provided via telephone.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Bianca D. Stewart Williams, Talent Acquisition Consultant

Phone: 804-588-4410

Email: djjrecruit@djj.virginia.gov

 

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Co