What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corrections Vocational Instructor position at State of Vermont?
Overview
The Vermont Department Of Corrections seeks a Vocational Instructor, to deliver vocational training in a correctional facility. Duties involve direct instruction on industry recognized credentials, hands on career technical training and classroom instruction related to workforce development.
Considerable knowledge, methods and techniques within a variety of manufacturing, trades, culinary, and/or other career pathways. Considerable skills in organizing and delivery of vocational skills programs.
Experienced vocational instructors with a proven track record - highly desired. Certification in OSHA and NCCER a plus. Will train the right candidate.
This position will be located at Northwest State Correctional Facility primarily and will also have instruction responsibility at Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility. reports to the Workforce development coordinator at the Northwest State Correctional Facility in St. Albans Vermont.
Who May Apply
This position, Corrections Vocational Instructor (Job Requisition #52292), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Gerald.Schartner@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Environmental Factors
Work is performed in an institutional setting with constant exposure to and interaction with Incarcerated Individuals residents. Incumbents must be able to operate shop machinery, lift and carry moderately heavy equipment, and supervise correctional facility inmates. An incumbent should possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation AND five (5) years or more experience with at an apprenticeship level in trades
OR
High school graduation and experience work with a vocational training program, experience in delivering vocational training AND one (1) year or more of experience as described above. Certified in training i.e. NCCER.
Special Requirements
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
The Vermont Department Of Corrections seeks a Vocational Instructor, to deliver vocational training in a correctional facility. Duties involve direct instruction on industry recognized credentials, hands on career technical training and classroom instruction related to workforce development.
Considerable knowledge, methods and techniques within a variety of manufacturing, trades, culinary, and/or other career pathways. Considerable skills in organizing and delivery of vocational skills programs.
Experienced vocational instructors with a proven track record - highly desired. Certification in OSHA and NCCER a plus. Will train the right candidate.
This position will be located at Northwest State Correctional Facility primarily and will also have instruction responsibility at Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility. reports to the Workforce development coordinator at the Northwest State Correctional Facility in St. Albans Vermont.
Who May Apply
This position, Corrections Vocational Instructor (Job Requisition #52292), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Gerald.Schartner@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Environmental Factors
Work is performed in an institutional setting with constant exposure to and interaction with Incarcerated Individuals residents. Incumbents must be able to operate shop machinery, lift and carry moderately heavy equipment, and supervise correctional facility inmates. An incumbent should possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation AND five (5) years or more experience with at an apprenticeship level in trades
OR
High school graduation and experience work with a vocational training program, experience in delivering vocational training AND one (1) year or more of experience as described above. Certified in training i.e. NCCER.
Special Requirements
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
