CDOC State Teacher I - Part Time Machine Shop Instructor - Buena Vista

State of Colorado•Chaffee County, CO

48d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides entry-level marketable job skills to incarcerated students by delivering career and technical instruction on Machining and Fabrication coursework and performance based assessments within an adult educational correctional system/facility. Instruction is in accordance with the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) and/or the Colorado State Licensing Board (if applicable). This is a 20 hour per week teaching position and will not provide coverage of other positions.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in Machining Technology or related field of study ---AND--- the applicant must have completed 2,000 hours of occupational experience in the machining and fabrication industry related to the credential area within the last seven (7) years as per the requirements of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS).
NOTE: Relevant occupational experience includes any of the following: cutting, folding, forming, grinding, and/or shaping of metal or other material utilizing machine tools.
There is no substitution for the completed 2,000 hours as referenced above.
OR
In lieu of an Associate's Degree in Machining Technology or related field of study, the applicant must possess a current State of Colorado, national, industry, military, or union license/certification as appropriate for a machining and fabrication skill or related trade area ---AND--- the applicant must have completed 4,000 hours of occupational experience in the machining and fabrication industry related to the credential area within the last seven (7) years as per the requirements of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS).
NOTE: Relevant occupational experience includes any of the following: cutting, folding, forming, grinding, and/or shaping of metal or other material utilizing machine tools.
There is no substitution for the completed 4,000 hours as referenced above.
OR
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Machining Technology or related field of study ---AND--- the applicant must have completed 2,000 hours of occupational experience in the machining and fabrication industry related to the credential area within the last seven (7) years as per the requirements of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS).
NOTE: Relevant occupational experience includes any of the following: cutting, folding, forming, grinding, and/or shaping of metal or other material utilizing machine tools.
There is no substitution for the completed 2,000 hours as referenced above.
Must possess or obtain a CCCS post-secondary credential in the Manufacturing Production and Repair field in compliance with the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) within six (6) months of date of hire.
Must obtain a Colorado Community College Professional Teacher Credential within three (3) years of date of hire.
Must maintain a Colorado Community College Professional Teacher Credential through the duration of employment.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong self motivation skills
Highly effective organizational skills
Compelling attention to details
Excellent customer service
Superb written and oral communications skills
Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Experience teaching or training in a construction industry field
Experience teaching or training adults
Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations
Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift
Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction:
Ability to read and comprehend the English language
Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.
Must be 21 years of age
Possess a valid driver's license. Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards. Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.
Possess a high school diploma or GED
Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDOC uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. CDOC does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics
Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist
Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down
Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows
Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows
Swing a baton in a striking technique
Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic;
Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions
Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment
Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security
Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner
Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders
Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
Willing and able to travel
Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule
TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant's background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges.
The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in a Machine Technology field
CCCS Credential in Manufacturing Production and Repair
Experience teaching or training in a correctional environment.

Responsibilities

Teaches and mentors incarcerated students individually or in large and small group classrooms promoting occupational, academic and transitional performance skills
Determines educational needs of incarcerated students to develop short and long term goals
Plans course content and develops methods of instruction
Develops and implements competency-based teaching aids such as instructional software, multimedia visual aids, or study materials
Provides hands-on training to teach and demonstrate skills, techniques, methods and procedures
Lectures on Machining and Fabrication theories, concepts, principles, and terminology
Selects and administers appropriate oral, written and/or performance assessments to incarcerated students in order to measures progress, course completion requirements, and to evaluate training/testing effectiveness
Ensures security, supervision and monitoring of incarcerated students, the storage and inventory of tools, equipment, keys and hazardous material in accordance with CDOC regulations
Ensures tools and equipment are in proper working condition
Prepares reports and maintains records such as incarcerated student grades, attendance rosters, and training activity details
Observes and evaluates incarcerated student's work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement
Documents incarcerated student's vocational achievements, competencies and contact hours towards completion of certification requirements
Actively contributes to the safety and security of the facility through effective inmate management and promoting conflict resolution and solutions
Participates in conferences, seminars, and training sessions to keep abreast of developments in the field, and integrates relevant information into training programs
Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with fellow teachers in a cooperative effort to promote mutual and continued guidance and improvements
Encourages and promotes critical thinking, self-discipline and self-motivation for the incarcerated student population in order to provide the skills necessary to reintegrate into society
Other duties as assigned
Safety & Security - This position maintains safety and security by training inmates and will be required to work security posts, perform inmate counts, shakedowns, searches, escorts, movement control, and inmate access to classrooms. Through conscientious observation and adherence to agency Administrative Regulations and the Code of Penal Discipline, the position promotes a safe and secure work environment
Ensure that the 'Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.

Benefits

Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans;
Short and long term disability coverage;
Paid life insurance;
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.

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