Physical Plant Supervisor, Construction & Facility Maintenance Manager 1 (Salem) For current state employees only

Oregon Department of Corrections; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 76,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Vacation and sick leave

11 paid holidays

Military leave

Disability insurance

Term life insurance

Retirement plan

Oregon Savings Growth Plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking a Physical Plant Supervisor, Construction & Facility Maintenance Manager 1 at Oregon State Penitentiary in Salem. The role involves overseeing development, maintenance, and upgrades of facilities, utilities, and grounds, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include managing staff, coordinating AIC crews, and ensuring efficient operations while supporting rehabilitative programs and disciplined work environments.

Qualifications

• Five years of lead or supervisory work in related trades.
• Three years with vocational or construction training in the class concept.
• Two years of related experience plus a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Equivalent mix of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, supervise maintenance, repairs, and improvements of buildings, utilities, and grounds.
• Provide management and oversight of skilled and semiskilled staff and coordinate AIC crews.
• Manage preventive maintenance, budgets, and compliance with laws and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities maintenance

Project management

Safety compliance

Work planning

Emergency response

Communication

Accountability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Vocational training program

Job description

Position Title Physical Plant Supervisor, Construction & Facility Maintenance Manager 1 (Salem) For current state employees only

Initial Posting Date 10/07/2026

Application Deadline 10/18/2026

Agency Department of Corrections

Salary Range $6,834 - $10,569

Position Type Employee

Position Title Physical Plant Supervisor, Construction & Facility Maintenance Manager 1 (Salem) For current state employees only

Physical Plant Supervisor, Construction & Facility Maintenance Manager 1 - For current state employees only

Are you looking to join a team of passionate professionals? This exciting employment opportunity is with the Oregon Department of Corrections at Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP) in Salem, Oregon.

This recruitment is open to current State of Oregon employees only. Contractors are not eligible to apply.

About The Job – Your Role

The primary purpose of the Physical Plant Supervisor is to plan, coordinate, supervise, and direct the maintenance, repair, and improvement of Oregon State Penitentiary’s buildings, utilities, equipment, infrastructure, and grounds.

This position provides management and technical oversight of skilled and semiskilled trades personnel and coordinates the assignment, training, and supervision of AIC work crews assigned to Physical Plant operations.

The Physical Plant Supervisor is responsible for maintaining safe, efficient, and effective institutional operations through preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, construction projects, personnel management, budget administration, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

The position also supports the institution’s rehabilitative mission by providing structured work opportunities that develop occupational skills, reinforce positive workplace behaviors, and promote accountability among AIC workers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Five (5) years of lead work, foreman work, or supervision related to the class concept; OR


• Three (3) years of experience related to the class concept AND completion of an accredited vocational‑training or construction‑training program related to the class concept; OR


• Two (2) years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR


• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Requested Skills

• Leadership and Staff Supervision – Ability to lead, supervise, and coordinate the work of employees and AIC work crews.


• Facilities Maintenance Management – Knowledge of building systems, mechanical systems, utilities, equipment, security systems, and grounds maintenance.


• Preventive Maintenance Planning – Ability to develop, implement, document, and monitor preventive maintenance programs and schedules.


• Project Management – Ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee construction, renovation, repair, and capital improvement projects.


• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making – Ability to evaluate maintenance and operational issues, identify appropriate solutions, and take corrective action.


• Work Planning and Prioritization – Ability to establish work priorities, assign resources, and coordinate projects based on operational and institutional needs.


• Emergency Response – Ability to respond effectively to equipment failures, utility disruptions, maintenance emergencies, and other urgent operational needs.


• Safety and Regulatory Compliance – Knowledge of safety practices and the ability to ensure work is performed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.


• Communication and Collaboration – Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate work with staff, institutional departments, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.


• Security and Accountability – Ability to incorporate institutional security requirements into maintenance operations and maintain accountability and control of AIC work crews.

Required

• Must be a current State of Oregon employee to apply. Contractors are not eligible for this recruitment.

Working Conditions

This position is located inside the Oregon State Penitentiary and works in close contact with adults in custody in the institution setting and may be exposed to hostile situations or incidents. Inherent custodial duties include the responsibility for personally handling AIC incidents in the employee’s immediate work area. The employee is responsible to prevent escapes from confinement by proper control of keys, tools, and contraband and documenting unusual incidents as they occur. The employee is subject to call back in the event of an emergency at which time he/she would be placed in any post in the institution.

About The Department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives.

The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti‑racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non‑PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance


• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays


• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components


• Optional short and long-term disability


• Term life insurance


• Fully paid retirement program


• Oregon Saving Growth Plan


• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare


• And more

About The Process – What To Expect

• After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.


• Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.


• The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.


• Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.


• Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.


• A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.


• A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!

Requirements For Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint‑based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility. Please note – if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application. You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Recruiter: Maria Arellano, [e-mail]

Reference Number: Req-207842

• Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You may lose progress on your application.


• Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours.


• ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.


• This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.


• This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.