Employment         Compensation         Equal Opportunity and              Non-Discrimination Policy         New Jersey Department of Personnel         Employment Application         Administration         Recruitment and Exam              Certification and Appointment         Safety     Employment Passaic Valley Water Commission is a municipal entity, which employs over 175 people. It has more than 80 job classifications ranging from maintenance work at the reservoirs to water treatment and laboratory facilities and pipeline installation and associated  pressure regulation. The operational aspects are supported by a variety of technical and professional staff, including business, engineering and legal professions. Compensation Passaic Valley Water Commission compensation is geared to attract and retain highly qualified individuals. Pay and benefits are kept competitive. Equal Opportunity and Non - Discrimination Policy Passaic Valley Water Commission shall not discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment  because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, mental or physical disability. Passaic Valley is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination. Actions, words, jokes, or comments based on an individual's sex, race ethnicity, age, religion and/or other legally- protected characteristic will not be tolerated. New Jersey Department of Personnel Passaic Valley Water Commission Employees are within the jurisdiction of the New Jersey Department of Personnel which regulates employment with State, County and Local government through a merit system. Employees of Passaic Valley Water Commission are subject to the rules and regulations of the New Jersey Department of Personnel. Recruitment and Examination Certification and Appointment Recruitment, selection, and promotion at Passaic Valley Water are based on New Jersey Department of   Personnel guidelines. Individuals with physical or mental disabilities are employed on the same terms and conditions as other applicants so long as they can perform the essential functions of the job being filled as provided through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). As part of the post-offer process, successful applicants will be required to complete a physical examination which includes a drug screen and a thorough background check, verification of education and work references. The appointment of all persons to Passaic Valley Water Commission shall be made and approved by official  action of the Commissioners only. The Executive Director shall carry out all of the decisions of the Commissioners. Employment Application All applicants for employment shall complete the Passaic Valley Water Commission employment application form as approved by the Commissioners-resumes are accepted in lieu of applications. Completed application forms should be forwarded to the Personnel Director. For more information, please contact the: Personnel Department 973-340-4309 Passaic Valley Water Commission 1525 Main Avenue, Clifton, New Jersey 07011   Administration James Gallagher is the Personnel Director who furnishes orientation for new employees, a union contract  (where applicable) and explains and discusses such matters as the following to the new employee: · Salary and classification plan · Pay system, including base pay and overtime · Fringe benefits · Pension plan and life insurance · Sick leave/vacations · Probationary period · Workers Right to Know · Smoking in the workplace · Employee Assistance Program · Introduction to supervisor · Absence notification · Work hours · Overtime policy · Break periods · Safety · Job description · Work responsibilities · Work area location · Channels of communication · Introduction to fellow employees Safety Passaic Valley Water Commission makes every effort to provide employees with a safe place to work. PVWC monitors safety standards of Commission procedures and facilities. The  Commission makes available safety films and  seminars to all employees and complies with Federal, State and Local Safety Regulations. In conformity with the "Worker and Community  Right-to-Know Act" the Commission maintains a complete file of "Material Safety Data Sheets" on potentially hazardous substances utilized on the premises. It is available to all employees from the Personnel Director. _________________________________ Copyright © 2005 Passaic Valley Water Commission. ¤ 1525 Main Avenue ¤ Clifton, New Jersey 07011  Tel. (973) 340-4300 Fax. (973) 340-5598