Correctional Trades Shop Supervisor Employment Register –MSP

Mainemuseums; Maine; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading correctional facility in Maine is seeking a Correctional Trades Shop Supervisor to oversee vocational training programs for residents. This role involves developing trade-specific training, ensuring safety, and supervising resident work activities. Candidates must demonstrate trade competence and possess necessary licenses. The position offers a chance to contribute to rehabilitation and community safety.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Vacation

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate competence in the trade through education, training, or experience.
• Must possess a valid Maine Driver’s License and Maine State Vehicle Inspection License.

Responsibilities

• Develop vocational training programs and teach residents trade skills.
• Monitor and inspect completed work to ensure quality standards.
• Manage resident counts for security and reporting.

Skills

Vocational Training

Supervision

Safety Procedures

Education

Trade Competence

Job description

Correctional Trades Shop Supervisor Employment Register – MSP

Job Class Code: 5004
Grade: 18
Salary: $23.95/hr to $31.27/hr

$1.00 Direct Care Stipend

Open: May 16, 2025
Close: May 30, 2025

MDOC is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the ‘Maine Model of Corrections’, we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities. We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justice-involved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release, including treatment, education, and job training.

We are committed to rebuilding lives and are searching for team players with a professional attitude, integrity, and strong ethics to join us in this mission.

The Bureau of Human Resources is accepting applications to establish a register to fill a vacancy at the Maine State Prison.

Job Description

This role involves structured work related to resident vocational programs. Responsibilities include developing vocational training programs, teaching residents trade skills, directing resident work activities, and ensuring security procedures are followed. The employee specializes in specific trades (e.g., wood shop, machine shop, upholstery, print shop) and may supervise assistants, instructors, or other trades staff. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Typical Duties

1. Monitor and inspect completed work to ensure quality standards.
2. Review and modify product designs to meet standards.
3. Estimate and evaluate production jobs for scheduling and cost.
4. Observe resident behavior, take action to maintain safety and security.
5. Report on resident work performance for good time evaluations.
6. Manage resident counts for security and reporting.
7. Develop and implement trade-specific training programs.
8. Instruct and monitor residents to develop skills.
9. Review and assign residents to appropriate training and work programs.
10. Implement production schedules to meet deadlines.
11. Control resident movement through passes.
12. Maintain records of materials and tools to prevent unauthorized access.
13. Adjust machinery and schedule maintenance.
14. Communicate with vendors regarding supplies and services.
15. Prepare daily time sheets and payrolls.
16. Evaluate subordinate personnel performance.
17. Investigate shop areas to prevent contraband.
18. Manage inventory of materials and tools.
19. Schedule and oversee delivery of products.
20. Participate in disciplinary processes related to resident behavior.

Full details of the job, including required knowledge, skills, and abilities, are available on the Bureau of Human Resources website.

Minimum Qualifications

Must demonstrate competence in the trade through education, training, or experience, including instructing or training others.

Licensing Requirement: Must possess a valid Maine Driver’s License and Maine State Vehicle Inspection License, Class A & D, or obtain them within 6 months.

Review Process

Your application will be evaluated against criteria established by experts. Qualified candidates will be placed on a register for this classification.

Certification to Vacancies

Eligible candidates will be referred to agencies in the following order: lay-off employees, current employees of the hiring agency, other state employees, reemployment candidates, and external applicants.

Benefits

State employment offers comprehensive benefits including paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health and dental insurance, and retirement contributions. Details are available on the agency website. Benefits may vary based on collective agreements and employment status.

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Application Encouragement

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, especially those from historically excluded communities. Your unique experiences and passion are valued here.