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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Corrections Painting Trade Instructor - SCI Frackville in Frackville, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4708877 THE POSITION The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Frackville is seeking a creative and highly motivated painter to join our team as a Corrections Painting Trade Instructor. You will have the unique opportunity to teach inmates the skills and techniques of painting while also providing a positive and productive outlet for their time in prison. We are seeking someone who is passionate about art and rehabilitation, and who can bring creativity and enthusiasm to their teaching. This position offers a rewarding and fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the lives of incarcerated individuals. Become an integral member of our team, apply with us today.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Corrections Painting Trade Instructor, you will have an important role in providing on-the-job training instruction to inmates in painting methods. You will be responsible for demonstrating and explaining various painting techniques, as well as teaching about the necessary materials and tools used in hanging wallpaper and vinyl wall coverings. Additionally, you will provide instruction on the proper coating, inspecting, and maintenance of walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, and fixtures. You will also be responsible for creating a safe and positive learning environment for inmates. This includes enforcing rules and regulations, monitoring behavior, and addressing any issues that may arise.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment (40-hour work week) Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday. This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Four years of experience in mixing and applying paint, stain, and other finishes to a variety of building surfaces; or
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the painting trade; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the painting trade.
Other Requirements: Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the linkand click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement: You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
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). 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.
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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations d e to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
EXAMINATION 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). 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. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
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.
