Instructor, Seamanship Ordinary Seaman

MTC Corrections • Astoria, OR

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About The Position

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) operates the Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, Oregon. The Instructor, Seamanship Ordinary Seaman provides career technical training to students according to approved curricula and gives basic direction in compliance with government and management directives. The position follows a rotating schedule, works full time, and has an 8-hour shift Monday through Friday.

The instructor develops and prepares lessons, supports students’ learning and personal development, maintains a safe and organized training environment, and documents student progress. The role also involves managing training equipment and supplies, contributing to career exploration and work-based learning, developing community connections, and helping students with job searches and placement.

Requirements

• Certified, licensed, or accredited in the state of employment, or accredited by a professional trade organization.
• Current USCG MMC/OS credential.
• Experience with youth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide career technical training instruction, direction, and assistance in the designated area.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized training environment that supports learning.
• Motivate and counsel students regarding behavior, training, personal problems, and study habits; coordinate with counselors and other staff to address issues affecting training.
• Develop and prepare lessons, and recommend curriculum changes and supplemental materials.
• Participate on student assessment panels and prepare required documentation and evaluations using CIS and other documentation systems.
• Administer and correct tests, and maintain student progress and attendance reports.
• Control the use of equipment and supplies, make minor repairs, and recommend purchases.
• Provide hands-on activities as part of the career exploration program and give feedback to career preparation staff.
• Assist in developing community linkages and volunteers for career training programs.
• Develop work sites in the designated area and help monitor work sites and students assigned to work-based learning and work experience.
• Assist students with job searches and job placement before separation, and participate in graduate placement follow-up activities.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed