Corrections Masonry Trade Instructor - SCI Forest

THE POSITION

Are you a motivated and enthusiastic self-starter who is ready to share your expertise in the masonry trade? The Department of Corrections is seeking a dynamic Corrections Masonry Trade Instructor to join our technical education team. In this vital role, you will provide hands‑on instruction and on‑the‑job training to inmates who are interested in pursuing vocational skills in masonry at the State Correctional Institution (SCI)  you are passionate about teaching, skilled in your trade, and interested in making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply and take the next rewarding step in your career!

In this position, you will instruct inmates in the principles, techniques, and procedures of the masonry trade through hands‑on demonstration, detailed explanation, and close supervision during training and assigned projects. Responsibilities include teaching masonry concepts using diagrams, charts, illustrations, manuals, and blueprints to support learning and skill development. You will demonstrate and explain the proper use of materials, methods, and tools involved in the installation, construction, repair, inspection, and maintenance of masonry structures and surfaces, including walls, floors, doors, partitions, steps, foundations, ramps, walkways, roads, curbs, chimneys, and storm drains.

Additionally, you will monitor and evaluate work in progress and completed projects to ensure compliance with established masonry trade standards.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full‑time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,868.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• Four years of experience in laying brick, blocks, and other types of building materials, and binding with mortar to construct or repair walls;
  or
• Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the masonry trade; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the masonry trade.

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
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