https://harristownship.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Meeting-Notice.jpg300300Township Managerhttps://harristownship.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/ht-logo.pngTownship Manager2026-11-05 15:48:512026-11-05 15:51:06Board of Supervisors To Meet on 11/9/2026, 7pm
Harris Township is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Laborer within the Township Maintenance Department. This position performs a variety of public works duties involving the maintenance and repair of Township roads, parks, storm drainage systems, buildings, and equipment. Typical responsibilities include road maintenance, snow removal, brush and leaf collection, mowing and trimming, construction-related work, and operation of trucks and heavy equipment. The position requires outdoor manual labor in all weather conditions and participation in emergency call-outs and winter maintenance operations. Occasional overtime is required.
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in construction and maintenance of roads and/or experience in the operation of heavy equipment and machinery is preferred. Applicant should possess a valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B or have the ability to obtain it within 6 months of date of hire.
This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position with a starting wage of $21.99/hour. Harris Township covers 100% of employee premiums for health, dental, vision, and life insurance, pays the full cost of short-term disability coverage, and contributes to your retirement with no required employee match.
Letter of interest and personal resume to be submitted to: Harris Township, Attention: Mark Boeckel, Township Manager, PO Box 20, Boalsburg, PA 16827. Email applications may be sent to manager@harristownship.org.
The Township offices will be closed Wednesday, November 11th for Veterans Day and Thursday and Friday, November 26th and 27th for the Thanksgiving holiday.
On Thursday, November 26, 2026 Boalsburg Pike will be closed from 8:50 am to 9:20 am for a race. Motorists are asked to use an alternate route or expect delays.
The Township is seeking volunteers to serve on its various boards and commissions. You can learn more about our boards and commissions and access an application by clicking here.
Interested candidates should return the application to the Township Manager by email at manager@harristownship.org, by mail to 224 East Main Street, or by delivering the application to the Township offices. The deadline to apply is December 21st. The Board of Supervisors will consider candidates and make appointments at their meeting on January 4th.
https://harristownship.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Volunteers.jpg282320Township Managerhttps://harristownship.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/ht-logo.pngTownship Manager2026-11-05 15:30:012026-11-05 15:49:13Township Seeking Volunteers to Serve on Boards and Commissions
Our Liberty Bell replica is in place on the Diamond, and was dedicated October 25. The bell is the result of a cooperative effort between the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau and the Boalsburg Village Conservancy. The next time you are in town, we invite you to stop by and enjoy it. Other finishing touches will be added to the site as weather permits.
https://harristownship.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Liberty-Bell.jpg792640Township Managerhttps://harristownship.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/ht-logo.pngTownship Manager2026-11-05 15:25:312026-11-05 15:48:44Boalsburg’s Liberty Bell
Board of Supervisors To Meet on 11/9/2026, 7pm
/in Headlines, NotificationsThe Board of Supervisors will meet on Monday, November 9, 2026 at 7:00 pm. Items on the agenda include:
Regular Meeting:
a. ANNOUNCEMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION:
b. FREEMAN/OMBALSKI – LISKO MINOR SUBDIVISION PLAN:
c. CENTRE COUNTY METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (CCMPO) UPDATE:
d. DATA CENTERS DRAFT ORDINANCE:
e. 2027 TOWNSHIP BUDGET:
f. RESOLUTION 26-20: ADOPTION OF THE 2027-2031 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM:
g. RESOLUTION 26-21: LOCAL SHARE ACCOUNT GRANT FOR MUNICIPAL BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS:
h. RESOLUTION 26-22: LOCAL SHARE ACCOUNT GRANT FOR BOALSBURG FIRE COMPANY BRUSH TRUCK:
i. VILLAGE SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT UPDATE:
You can find the full agenda here: https://www.harristownship.org/supervisors/agendas/. A zoom link is available on the agenda as well as how to attend the meeting by phone.
Job Opening
/in Headlines, NotificationsHARRIS TOWNSHIP – MAINTENANCE LABORER
Harris Township is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Laborer within the Township Maintenance Department. This position performs a variety of public works duties involving the maintenance and repair of Township roads, parks, storm drainage systems, buildings, and equipment. Typical responsibilities include road maintenance, snow removal, brush and leaf collection, mowing and trimming, construction-related work, and operation of trucks and heavy equipment. The position requires outdoor manual labor in all weather conditions and participation in emergency call-outs and winter maintenance operations. Occasional overtime is required.
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in construction and maintenance of roads and/or experience in the operation of heavy equipment and machinery is preferred. Applicant should possess a valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B or have the ability to obtain it within 6 months of date of hire.
This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position with a starting wage of $21.99/hour. Harris Township covers 100% of employee premiums for health, dental, vision, and life insurance, pays the full cost of short-term disability coverage, and contributes to your retirement with no required employee match.
Letter of interest and personal resume to be submitted to: Harris Township, Attention: Mark Boeckel, Township Manager, PO Box 20, Boalsburg, PA 16827. Email applications may be sent to manager@harristownship.org.
Application Deadline: Tuesday, November 24, 2026.
Harris Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
___________________________________________________
Office Closings
/in Headlines, NotificationsThe Township offices will be closed Wednesday, November 11th for Veterans Day and Thursday and Friday, November 26th and 27th for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Road Closing
/in Headlines, NotificationsOn Thursday, November 26, 2026 Boalsburg Pike will be closed from 8:50 am to 9:20 am for a race. Motorists are asked to use an alternate route or expect delays.
Township Seeking Volunteers to Serve on Boards and Commissions
/in Headlines, NotificationsThe Township is seeking volunteers to serve on its various boards and commissions. You can learn more about our boards and commissions and access an application by clicking here.
Interested candidates should return the application to the Township Manager by email at manager@harristownship.org, by mail to 224 East Main Street, or by delivering the application to the Township offices. The deadline to apply is December 21st. The Board of Supervisors will consider candidates and make appointments at their meeting on January 4th.
Boalsburg’s Liberty Bell
/in Headlines, NotificationsOur Liberty Bell replica is in place on the Diamond, and was dedicated October 25. The bell is the result of a cooperative effort between the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau and the Boalsburg Village Conservancy. The next time you are in town, we invite you to stop by and enjoy it. Other finishing touches will be added to the site as weather permits.