JOB The Corrections Electrical Trade Instructor with the Department of Corrections (DOC) offers a powerful opportunity to guide others toward a brighter future while supporting the smooth operation of the facility. This role allows you to use your skills to teach, mentor, and inspire real growth at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Dallas. You will help students gain confidence as they learn hands-on electrical skills that can open new doors in their lives. Each day brings the chance to make a lasting and meaningful impact.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position focuses on teaching and overseeing inmates who are learning the electrical trade in both classroom and hands-on settings. The work supports the efficient operation of the facility and provides vocational training to inmates. As a Corrections Electrical Trade Instructor, you will perform the following duties:
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Classroom Instruction: Provide lessons that teach electrical trade principles and standard practices and work methods
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Hands-On Training: Guide students in completing electrical installations, repairs, and maintenance tasks
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Work Crew Oversight: Direct inmate work crews, assign daily tasks, and inspect completed projects
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Documentation Management: Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, tools, materials, and work assignments
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Tool and Material Control: Track, issue, and account for all tools and supplies used in training and work details
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Custody and Discipline: Maintain order, ensure proper work practices, and enforce facility rules
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
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Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
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This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
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Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,868.00 (before taxes).
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
