Training Instructor (Vocational Training Instructor - HVAC)

Bureau of Prisons / Federal Prison System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons / Federal Prison System seeks an instructor to develop and deliver HVAC training in a correctional environment. You will design curricula, create individualized learning plans, and provide instruction to diverse student groups to ensure practical mastery of essential HVAC concepts.

Required qualifications include a Master's degree or equivalent, experience in curriculum development, and a minimum two years of HVAC-related work.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent graduate education OR two years of progressively higher level graduate education toward such degree.
• Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study — education or a subject area related to the position to be filled.
• Experience developing curriculum and individualized learning plans for higher levels of learning.
• Experience assisting in developing programs and providing instruction to students from diverse backgrounds in a correctional setting.
• Experience following standardized curricula and lesson plans to meet the needs of students.
• Combination of education and experience to perform the major duties described above.
• Selective Factor: at least two years of related practical work experience in residential and/or commercial HVAC systems; EPA Universal Certification for Ozone Depleting Substances; minimum of one year instructing experience directly related to HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum and individualized learning plans for higher levels of learning.
• Assist in developing programs and providing instruction to students from significantly varying backgrounds in a correctional setting.
• Follow standardized curricula and lesson plans to meet the needs of students.

Skills

Adult education

Curriculum development

Instructional methods

HVAC knowledge

Education

Master's degree or higher in Education or related field

Two years of graduate study toward degree in education or related field

Undergraduate/Graduate Education in education or related field

Job description

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:

Basic Requirements:

Education:

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- education or a subject area related to the position to be filled.

OR

Specialized Experience:

Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:

• Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s).
• Supervising or administering a training program.
• Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results.
• Work in the occupation or subject‑matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis.

AND

Education:

A Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B OR J.D., if related.

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study - education or a subject area related to the position to be filled.

OR

Experience:

You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to perform successfully the duties of the position and demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position, and of the methods and techniques of instruction.

Some examples of this qualifying experience could be:

• Experience in developing curriculum and individualized learning plans for higher levels of learning .
• Experience in assisting in developing programs and providing instruction to students from significantly varying backgrounds in a correctional setting.
• Experience in following standardized curricula and lesson plans to meet the needs of students.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience:

A combination of education and experience. This experience must have equipped you with the qualifications to perform the major duties of this position as described above.

AND

Selective Placement Factor:

Applicants applying for this position MUST also possess the following Selective Factor. In the event that you do not possess the Selective Factor, you will be found ineligible for the position.

Applicants must have at least two (2) years of related practical work experience in residential and/or commercial HVAC systems;

Applicants must possess an EPA approved Universal Certification for Ozone Depleting Substances;

Applicants must have a minimum of one year instructing experience directly related to HVAC systems.

**NOTE:** All applicants MUST clearly address the Selective Factor in their resume and, if applicable, upload any required documentation (i.e., licensure, certification, or transcripts) at the time you apply.

If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities.

**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.**