Digital Communications Specialist, GS-1001-13, FPL 13 (DE)
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Digital Learning Instructor
State of Michigan
Corrections - St. Louis Correctional Facility
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$27.32 - $49.41
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves teaching basic computer skills to inmates at a Michigan correctional facility using Microsoft's Digital Literacy program, along with guiding them through modules on financial literacy and workplace skills, and giving tests to track progress.
It's a great fit for someone with hands-on experience in computers or job training who enjoys educating others and wants to help people prepare for life after prison.
No prior teaching experience is needed, but a background in tech or coaching would be ideal.
Key Requirements
- Associate's degree in a relevant trade or occupation, or equivalent qualifications such as a bachelor's/master's degree, vocational teacher certification, or high school diploma plus four years of experience
- Four years of experience in computer applications like Microsoft Office Suite, word processing, spreadsheets, desktop publishing, presentations, or web-based programs
- Experience coaching or training others in job preparatory skills, such as using computers for resume writing, cover letter creation, job searching, and online applications
- Ability to teach technical Microsoft Digital Literacy (MDL) Computer Operations to entry-level learners
- Facilitation skills for Money Smart (financial literacy) and Work Skills Modules
- Proficiency in administering tests and assessments
- Submission of all required documents, including official transcripts if applicable, via NEOGOV application system
Full Job Description
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The employee in this position will teach a technical Microsoft Digital Literacy (MDL) Computer Operation trade, provide facilitation of Money Smart and Work Skills Modules, and administer appropriate tests/assessments. The MDL Computer Operations class will provide entry level computer skills and supplemental programming to qualified prisoners that reflect current and future labor market trends.
Requirements
Education
Possession of an associate's degree in an area of the specific trade or occupation to be taught.
Experience
No specific type or amount is required.
Qualifications
Possession of an appropriate bachelor's degree, master's degree, or vocational teacher certification may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.
OR
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of recent experience in the practice of the specific trade or occupation to be taught, including six months of experience training others in the trade or occupation may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.
Subclass Codes:
TRDBUSEDUC - Four years of experience in computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, or other word processing, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, presentation, or web-based programs), and/or experience coaching others in job preparatory skills using a computer for resume and cover letter writing, employment search, and submitting on-line applications.
TRDJOBDEV- Four years of experience in recruitment, job development, applicant selection, marketing job programs, and/or matching job seekers to employers.
Additional Information
All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration.
Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.Interested applicants who are attaching transcripts must attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date.
More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be found here.
(un-official or web based transcripts will not be accepted) If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-800-788-1766.
The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017.
Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.
**** REQUIRED INFORMATION: Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services.
All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards.
As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application.
Ethical Standards and Conduct (Note: you do not need to fill out the form)New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification.
All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.
This is a drug and alcohol test-designated position.
Some jobs require state certifications for the occupation.All positions are assigned subclass codes. Individuals appointed to positions that are subclass coded must possess the required specialized experience, training, or license. Subclass code definitions and requirements are published on the Civil Service web site.
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