Are you looking for a career where you can make an impact by helping others reach their full potential? The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution at Rockview is seeking an highly motivated and experienced person who enjoys teaching to join our team as a Corrections Machinist Trade Instructor. If you are interested in this career opportunity, please apply today.

This is journey level machinist trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility.

An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the machinist trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by drawings, sketches, blueprints, or models. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates during vocational training and assignments. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed by a technical or administrative supervisor through conferences, reports, and inspection of completed assignments in accordance with industry and trade competency standards.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (NOTE: The examples of work are representative of the work, but every position classified to this job may not perform all examples of work listed. Conversely, this is not an all-inclusive list of work examples.):

• Instructs inmates in the practices, methods, and procedures of the machinist trade using appropriate lesson plans and training materials.
• Uses and explains drawings, sketches, blueprints, and models.
• Demonstrates, explains, and instructs on the methods, procedures, materials, and tools used in the shaping and fashioning of metal items by using lathes, shapers, planers, drill presses, milling machines, taps, dies, and reamers as well as the use of micrometers and other precision-type measuring devices.
• Plans and assigns work to inmates receiving machinist training and reviews and inspects work in progress and upon completion for adherence to machinist trade standards.
• Participates in work activities of the machinist trade at the journey level and assists inmate workers with complex assignments.
• Requisitions, issues, and collects tools, supplies, materials, and equipment required to carry out inmate training and work assignments.
• Searches inmates and work areas for contraband and ensures security of work area.
• Maintains order and discipline among inmate workers.
• Maintains records for maintenance, repairs, training progress, inventory, wage, and attendance.
• Work may be assigned and performed in areas other than the machinist trade in a manner consistent with organizational and operational requirements.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $48,425.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Five years of experience in the set-up and operation of varied equipment utilized in the fabrication of metal parts or tools; or
• Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the machinist trade; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the machinist trade.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• 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).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.