TRAINER – WELDING INSTRUCTOR EDUCATION SERVICED BUREAU DEER LODGE, MT MISSION - *Montana Department of Corrections is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in the community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you! *JOB OVERVIEW - *Montana State Prison is a multi-classification correctional institution for adult male felons. This position is responsible for the supervision and training of the inmate work force for career opportunities in the Metals Technology field, which includes but is not limited to, Welding, Machine Tool Operation, Metal Fabrication, Mechanical Drawing, Blueprint Reading, tool use and safety, general shop and work area safety. The training by the incumbent provides consistent inmate staffing for the OJT part of the program at the Motor Vehicle Maintenance (MVM) Shop. American Welding Society AWS standards will be used so that current welding practices are taught. The position will: * Be responsible for classroom instruction and lab activities in AWS current industry procedures, repair and maintenance standards and the support work required of an instructor in a correctional institution. * Coordinate training efforts, ensuring classes are scheduled, attendees are tracked, and charges are billed. * Prepare training environment and ensure necessary materials are available. * Researches, evaluates, and prepares recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and materials to ensure that current ideas, technologies, and best practices are being presented and implemented within the training curriculum. * Trains a variety of students, employees, or attendees with differing learning styles and needs. * Consult with agency leaders and work teams to determine present and future organizational needs. * Consult with agency management concerning individual or unique learning and development improvement needs. * Develop or revise materials to achieve training goals. * Evaluate success of training and development curriculum, adjusting content as needed. * Develop and administer projects, programs, and goals that support the division’s workplan. The hourly rate of this position will increase by $1.50 per hour or 4% whichever is greater starting July 1, 2024, in accordance with HB13. *REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – *State of Montana Application /Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered./ Materials submitted but not requested may not be considered in the selection process. If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position. *BENEFITS * Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify! *NOTICES * *Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 - * Any person who has been convicted of engaging in 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 any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position. *Tobacco Free - *Use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes in Department of Corrections buildings, is prohibited. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is also prohibited. *The Montana Department of Corrections is an EOE/M/F/D/V/SO (Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority, Female, Disabled, Veteran, Sex QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor’s degree in education organizational development, or related field * Two years of experience in training, teaching, or a related field * 5 years or 10,000 hours of welding and fabrication experience * Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted Title: Trainer - Welding Instructor Location: Deer Lodge Requisition ID: 24141369