Computer/Technical Instructor I 2025-01968

Description and Functions

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Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Corrections contributes to public safety by exercising reasonable, safe, secure, and humane management while actively providing offenders opportunities to become law-abiding citizens.

The Wyoming Women's Center (WWC), located in Lusk, WY, was established in 1981. It serves as a primary education and treatment center for female inmates. The WWC provides programming, vocational, recreational, and educational programs to allow the WDOC to reduce recidivism through cognitive and behavioral intervention.

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nstructor will teach inmates computer skills to assist the inmates in re-entering society. Skills include general computer knowledge, typing, software applications, and the latest technology.

Human Resource Contact: erika.sanchez2@wyo.gov l 307-262-1664

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Works as an Adjunct Professor at Eastern Wyoming College (EWC), teaching a Computer Applications Program Course through Microsoft Office Programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  
• Develop course materials, training plans, curricula, lesson plans, student handouts, and audio/visual materials related to the Computer Applications Program.
  
• Assign work assignments to students, track their progress, and correct tests and work assignments.
  
• Must be able to complete certification to work as an adjunct professor with Eastern Wyoming College in order to teach the Computer Applications Certification Program through Microsoft Office Programs, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  
• Works with WDOC and Eastern Wyoming College in facilitating a Computer Applications Program Course through Microsoft Office Programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  
• Generate and submit course requests, course syllabi, and grades to EWC.
  
• Coordinate with the Education Manager about programs and other college courses offered in the facility through Wyoming Pathways from Prison and other postsecondary establishments.
  
• Update inmate information on the Wyoming Department of Corrections Information System (WCIS), such as Case Notes, inmate Job Pay, and Education Information.
  
• Create weekly reports and weekly activities to be submitted to the Education Manager.
  
• Respond to daily requests and questions from inmates.
  
• Assist security in day-to-day operations and activities in the facility.
  
• Counsel, encourage, and correct inmates' behaviors.
  
• Duties as otherwise assigned.
  

Qualifications

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PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to those candidates who hold a Bachelor's Degree, typically in Education.

MOS Certification (May be obtained within 6 months of hire date, with preference to those with current certification.)

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of the basic principles of education, psychology, human development and counseling techniques.
  
• Knowledge of federal and state job training.
  
• Knowledge of mainframe and personal computer systems.
  
• Knowledge of Wyoming State Statutes.
  
• Knowledge of teaching, training, research, making presentations, testing and other instructional methods.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Education)

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction)

OR
Education & Experience Substitution:

3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

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PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The ability to work inside a prison facility.
  
• Exposure to inside and outdoor environmental conditions, including inclement weather.
  
• Lifting and grasping up to 20 pounds without assistance on an occasional to regular basis.
  
• Walking on cement floors on an occasional to regular basis.
  
• Walking up and down stairs on an occasional basis.
  
• Typing/Repetitive motion frequently.
  
• Seeing: the visual ability to perform an activity such as analyzing data and figures and viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading.
  

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
  
• The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.
  
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. All staff are subject to drug testing while employed by the WDOC. The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Tobacco-Free Workplace and prohibits the taking, carrying, possessing, or introducing of smoking materials, smokeless tobacco, or tobacco substitutes on or into WDOC facilities and grounds.
  
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections complies with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) of 2003. It is the policy and practice of WDOC to protect inmates/offenders from personal abuse, corporal punishment, personal injury, disease, property damage, harassment, and the elimination of prison rape.
  
• Successful Applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check, medical evaluation, and drug test prior to appointment.
  
• WDOC has a strict dress code policy to include standards for facial hair, body art, and piercings/gauges. All applicants must meet the standards of this dress code to be considered for employment.
  
• WDOC offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement and 457 Deferred Compensation Program, longevity pay, and opportunities for advancement.
  

Supplemental Information

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Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

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