CDOC - State Teacher I - Welding Instructor (Limon)
Colorado Department of Corrections, Limon, CO, United States
Overview
This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.
Department Information
Who May Apply: A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
Job Location: Limon, CO
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.
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. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;
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.
For more information, visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits.
Description Of Job
This position provides entry-level marketable job skills to inmate students by delivering career and technical welding educational instruction and assessment 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).
Job Duties
Teaches and mentors inmate students individually or in large and small group classrooms promoting occupational, academic and transitional performance skills;
Determines educational needs of inmate 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 welding theories, concepts, principles, and terminology;
Selects and administers appropriate oral, written and/or performance assessments to inmate students in order to measure progress, course completion requirements, and to evaluate training/testing effectiveness;
Ensures security, supervision and monitoring of inmate 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 inmate student grades, attendance rosters, and training activity details;
Observes and evaluates inmate students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement;
Documents inmate vocational achievements, competencies and contact hours towards completion of certification requirements;
Justifies accuracy and usage of budget requests;
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;
Actively contributes to the safety and security of the facility through effective inmate management and promoting conflict resolution and solutions;
Encourages and promotes critical thinking, self discipline and self motivation for the inmate student population in order to provide the skills necessary to reintegrate into society;
Other duties as assigned.
Safety & Security
Safety & security responsibilities include training inmates and, in emergent situations, performing inmate counts, shakedowns, searches, escorts, movement control, and inmate access to classrooms. Adherence to agency Administrative Regulations and the Code of Penal Discipline promotes a safe and secure work environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications, substitutions, conditions of employment and appeal rights apply. Ensure that the Work Experience section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position. “See resume” statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the closing date for compensation purposes. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may affect your application.
Minimum Requirements
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in welding or related field of study AND 4,000 hours of verified occupational experience in a welding related field within the last seven (7) years as per CCCS requirements. There is no substitution for the 4,000 hours. Experience MUST be described in detail on your application.
OR Substitution #1: In lieu of an Associate's Degree, possession of a current State of Colorado, national, industry, military, or union license/certification as appropriate for welding, plus 4,000 hours of verified occupational experience in a welding related field within seven years; experience MUST be described in detail.
OR Substitution #2: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in welding or related field AND 2,000 hours of verified occupational experience in a welding related field within seven years; experience MUST be described in detail. Paid/unpaid experience MUST be in the occupational field and does NOT include teaching experience.
There is no substitution for the hours referenced above.
Conditions Of Employment
Must possess or obtain a CCCS post-secondary credential in the welding field within six months of hire.
Must obtain a Colorado Community College Professional Teacher Credential within three years of hire and maintain it for the duration of employment.
A copy of college transcripts MUST be attached to the application to receive college credit. Transcripts must include name, institution, degree, date conferred, and be in pdf or jpg format.
For more information about CCCS credentialing, click HERE. If substituting with a license/certification, attach a copy to your application.
Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40 hours/week). Part-time is prorated.
Former CDOC employees rehired or reinstated within six months will return at their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level, or based on time in the class series; after six months, the same formula as new hires applies.
Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact age/date of birth on certifications and transcripts.
Required Competencies
Excellent interpersonal skills; strong self-motivation; highly effective organizational skills; attention to detail; excellent customer service; superb written and oral communications.
Excellent computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); experience teaching or training in welding and with adults; self-control in stressful situations; ability to communicate in English; ability to create accessible documents following plain language guidelines.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in welding; experience training and mentoring in welding; commitment to ongoing evaluation and improvements; strong industry connections.
Other Important Information
Applicants meeting minimum requirements by the closing date will be considered.
The Assessment Process and completion of a background investigation may be required. Applicants must pass a medical screening and drug test. Random drug screening will occur; exceptions apply for POST-certified and health care professionals as required.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States. E-Verify may be used.
All Department of Corrections facilities are tobacco free. We strongly encourage protected classes to apply.
Supplemental Information
After submitting an application you should receive an acknowledgement email. Include a working email address. If you have questions, contact Kayla Bartlett at kayla.bartlett@state.co.us. Scheduled assessment dates will not be rescheduled.
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion. The Department of Corrections will assist individuals with disabilities in reasonable accommodation requests related to employment processes where feasible.
ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE.
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.
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This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.
Department Information
Who May Apply: A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
Job Location: Limon, CO
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.
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. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;
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.
For more information, visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits.
Description Of Job
This position provides entry-level marketable job skills to inmate students by delivering career and technical welding educational instruction and assessment 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).
Job Duties
Teaches and mentors inmate students individually or in large and small group classrooms promoting occupational, academic and transitional performance skills;
Determines educational needs of inmate 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 welding theories, concepts, principles, and terminology;
Selects and administers appropriate oral, written and/or performance assessments to inmate students in order to measure progress, course completion requirements, and to evaluate training/testing effectiveness;
Ensures security, supervision and monitoring of inmate 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 inmate student grades, attendance rosters, and training activity details;
Observes and evaluates inmate students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement;
Documents inmate vocational achievements, competencies and contact hours towards completion of certification requirements;
Justifies accuracy and usage of budget requests;
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;
Actively contributes to the safety and security of the facility through effective inmate management and promoting conflict resolution and solutions;
Encourages and promotes critical thinking, self discipline and self motivation for the inmate student population in order to provide the skills necessary to reintegrate into society;
Other duties as assigned.
Safety & Security
Safety & security responsibilities include training inmates and, in emergent situations, performing inmate counts, shakedowns, searches, escorts, movement control, and inmate access to classrooms. Adherence to agency Administrative Regulations and the Code of Penal Discipline promotes a safe and secure work environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications, substitutions, conditions of employment and appeal rights apply. Ensure that the Work Experience section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position. “See resume” statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the closing date for compensation purposes. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may affect your application.
Minimum Requirements
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in welding or related field of study AND 4,000 hours of verified occupational experience in a welding related field within the last seven (7) years as per CCCS requirements. There is no substitution for the 4,000 hours. Experience MUST be described in detail on your application.
OR Substitution #1: In lieu of an Associate's Degree, possession of a current State of Colorado, national, industry, military, or union license/certification as appropriate for welding, plus 4,000 hours of verified occupational experience in a welding related field within seven years; experience MUST be described in detail.
OR Substitution #2: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in welding or related field AND 2,000 hours of verified occupational experience in a welding related field within seven years; experience MUST be described in detail. Paid/unpaid experience MUST be in the occupational field and does NOT include teaching experience.
There is no substitution for the hours referenced above.
Conditions Of Employment
Must possess or obtain a CCCS post-secondary credential in the welding field within six months of hire.
Must obtain a Colorado Community College Professional Teacher Credential within three years of hire and maintain it for the duration of employment.
A copy of college transcripts MUST be attached to the application to receive college credit. Transcripts must include name, institution, degree, date conferred, and be in pdf or jpg format.
For more information about CCCS credentialing, click HERE. If substituting with a license/certification, attach a copy to your application.
Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40 hours/week). Part-time is prorated.
Former CDOC employees rehired or reinstated within six months will return at their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level, or based on time in the class series; after six months, the same formula as new hires applies.
Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact age/date of birth on certifications and transcripts.
Required Competencies
Excellent interpersonal skills; strong self-motivation; highly effective organizational skills; attention to detail; excellent customer service; superb written and oral communications.
Excellent computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); experience teaching or training in welding and with adults; self-control in stressful situations; ability to communicate in English; ability to create accessible documents following plain language guidelines.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in welding; experience training and mentoring in welding; commitment to ongoing evaluation and improvements; strong industry connections.
Other Important Information
Applicants meeting minimum requirements by the closing date will be considered.
The Assessment Process and completion of a background investigation may be required. Applicants must pass a medical screening and drug test. Random drug screening will occur; exceptions apply for POST-certified and health care professionals as required.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States. E-Verify may be used.
All Department of Corrections facilities are tobacco free. We strongly encourage protected classes to apply.
Supplemental Information
After submitting an application you should receive an acknowledgement email. Include a working email address. If you have questions, contact Kayla Bartlett at kayla.bartlett@state.co.us. Scheduled assessment dates will not be rescheduled.
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion. The Department of Corrections will assist individuals with disabilities in reasonable accommodation requests related to employment processes where feasible.
ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE.
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.
#J-18808-Ljbffr