WATER AND SEWAGE PLANT SUPERVISOR (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California seeks a Water and Sewage Plant Supervisor at Sierra Conservation Center in Jamestown, CA. The role oversees water and wastewater plant operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Position is in-office with full-time status and a monthly salary between $6,696 and $8,477.

Final filing date is 10/15/2026; apply electronically via CalCareer. Must coordinate with external agencies and supervise offenders as required by facility operations and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water, sewage and mechanical systems/equipment used in operation and maintenance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with operators, supervisors and offenders on technical level.
• Ability to read plans, drawings, and specifications to perform daily duties.
• Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation of the wastewater and water treatment plants.
• Supervise adult/youthful offenders and maintain order and safety in the facility.
• Coordinate, plan, and work with craftspersons to service and repair equipment.
• Ensure compliance with SWRCB, DDW, RWQCB and related regulations.

Job description

Job Posting:Water and Sewage Plant Supervisor, Position 4

JC-534046 -

JC-534046 - Water and Sewage Plant Supervisor, Position 4
WATER AND SEWAGE PLANT SUPERVISOR (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

$6,696.00 - $8,477.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/15/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

This advertisement is for a Water and Sewage Plant Supervisorpositionlocated at Sierra Conservation Centerin Jamestown, TuolumneCounty. Please indicate the position number on your application: 099-216-6724-002.
CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Engineer I (CE I), CF-Water Treatment Plant/Wastewater Treatment Plant & Camps, the Water & Sewage Plant Supervisor (WSPS), CF oversees the operation of the wastewater and water treatment operations. These institution utility operations shall be in accordance with the standards and regulations of the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB); Division of Drinking Water (DDW), the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) and Tuolumne County Environmental Health Department, including the waste discharge and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System requirements. The duties of this position are to assume the normal and routine duties of the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) operations for the assigned watch. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 30, 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

About this location -- Sierra Conservation Center (SCC) is located in the foothills near Jamestown, California, in the heart of the Mother Lode Gold Country.It is adjacent to the Stanislaus National Forest, offering pine trees, mountain streams, and an abundance of recreational activities (fishing, swimming, camping, skiing, golfing, etc.).The prison is approximately 70 miles from Yosemite National Park.
The primary mission of SCC is to provide housing, programs and services for minimum and medium custody incarcerated individuals, to aid in their rehabilitation. SCC is responsible for the training and placement of male incarcerated individuals in the Conservation Camp Program. SCC administers male camps located throughout California.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• WATER AND SEWAGE PLANT SUPERVISOR (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

Water and Sewage Plant Supervisor, Position 4

Classification:

WATER AND SEWAGE PLANT SUPERVISOR (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY) $6,696.00 - $8,477.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

In Office

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

Vision We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.
Mission To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.

CDCR/CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.

CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.

Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services .

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov .

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge of: Water, sewage and other mechanical systems/equipment, methods, materials, and tools used in the operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment to ensure proper operation of a waste water and water treatment facility. Principles of water and sewage treatment to make field adjustments and ensure compliance of federal and state laws. The Department’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives to ensure a workplace free of discrimination. A manager’s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and the processes available to meet Equal Employment Opportunity objectives. Computers and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) in order to perform daily duties. Controls (e.g., electrical, electronic, digital, pneumatic, etc.) in order to provide economical and safe operation to various institution/facility systems.

Ability to: Communicate effectively with other operators, supervisors, and adult/youthful offenders on the technical level for the classification to instruct and provide accurate information and direction to maintain effective working relationships. Interpret chemical and physical laboratory tests to determine effectiveness of water and sewage treatment processes to ensure that finished water is in compliance. Prepare routine reports and keep accurate records for audits and inspections, in order to respond to regulatory agencies. Train and direct workers engaged in operating water and sewage treatment plants in order to comply with the Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Read, interpret, and work from plans, drawings, and specifications in order to perform daily duties. Think and act quickly in emergencies in order to effectively resolve issues. Analyze situations accurately and take effective action in order to produce safe and potable drinking water and compliant effluent waste water. Effectively contribute to the Department’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives to ensure a workplace free of discrimination. Coordinate, plan, and work with skilled craftspersons and semiskilled workers, adult/youthful offenders in order to service and repair equipment. Remain calm and focused on tasks while working in an environment of excessive noise, high voltage electricity, chemicals, and extreme temperatures in order to safely and properly maintain the physical plant. Supervise the conduct of adult/youthful offenders and take appropriate action to maintain order and protect personal and state property. Operate basic computer applications to perform daily duties.

Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://cdcr.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Coordinator
[phone] ext: 6208
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.