Correctional Training Instructor

Description Of Work

If you desire a rewarding career that has a great work/life balance with benefits, please apply today!

The Office of Staff Development and Training (OSDT) provides training for employees across the Department of Public Safety. OSDT has a staff of 91 instructors and support personnel who deliver basic training to correction and probation officers. The office also leads firearms training, leadership education programs, general instructor training, and other specialized classes and manages the delivery of the annual in-service training for more than 16,000 certified employees.

The position is responsible for the delivery and instruction of Correctional Officer basic training for the Piedmont Region of NCDAC Prisons and Division I of NCDAC Community Corrections. The position also supports the delivery of training and instructs in other Regions/Divisions as necessary to meet the evolving needs of the agency. The position supports Prisons CO training in accordance with Community College Consortium agreements and supports and delivers Community Corrections and COB training.

This position performs other training related functions including training logistics and training material development. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, and instructing blocks of training for COBT, Career Development, Correctional Officer, Probation/Parole Officer, and/or Instructor Training for NCDAC. Employees in this position are responsible for writing course plans and objectives, reviewing, revising, and developing lesson plans and training materials. Work includes delivering instruction independently and instructing as a member of an instructional team in accordance with approved training materials and methodology. In addition, this position researches materials for course development, developing courses strategies and objectives, modifying course content, and participating in evaluation of courses. This position must establish and maintain effective communication in written and oral form with students, instructors, and supervisors. Work is performed both independently and as a member of a training team with minimum supervision. This position reports to a Correction Training Coordinator and is subject to review and evaluation through reports, student feedback and stakeholders.

The employee in this position will be required to obtain additional instructional certifications as required. Certification in Firearms and or CRDT specialty certification with the condition of attaining the remaining specialty within 6 months of the start date. This position is assigned to the Western Foothills Training Center located in Valdese, North Carolina and overnight travel is required.

This is an Anticipate Vacancy.

This is an Internal Posting ONLY for current employees or NC Department of Adult Corrections and eligible RIF Candidates from NC State Government.

This is a Repost. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to

re-apply.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits .

Note To Current State Employees

State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

About The Department Of Adult Correction (DAC)

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is responsible for the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons, Correction Enterprises, the Division of Community Supervision, and the Division of Rehabilitation & Reentry.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of the Experience and Education listed on the application.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Possession of current General Instructor Certification.
• Thorough knowledge of the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction policies and procedures.
• Proven experience developing and implementing PowerPoint presentations and composing Microsoft Word documents.
  
  

Management Preferences

• Four-year degree in Criminal Justice, Human Services, or related field
• Coordinator experience at least six months (classes/trainees)
• Management/supervisory experience, at least 1 year
• Knowledge and experience in researching, developing and writing lesson plans.
• Certification and Instructor certification in two or more of the following specialties: Corrections Specialized Firearms, Controls, Restraints, Defensive Techniques (CRDT), Wellness, CPR (American Heart or Red Cross), First Aid, Expandable Baton, or Fitness.
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

See https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree and two years of directly related instruction and training experience in the subject matter specialty; or graduation from high school and five years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have current required certification with the ability to maintain any and all certifications required by OSDT, NCDPS, and by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to the education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification .
• The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions (Download PDF reader) .
  
  

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help- Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Felicia Epps at 919-436-3046 or felicia.epps@dac.nc.gov .