Correctional Manufacturing Skills Instructor at Decatur Correctional Center

Salary : $49,500.00 - $57,500.00 Annually
Location : Decatur Correctional Center-Decatur, Illinois
Job Type: Department of Corrections/Juvenile Justice
Job Number:
Division: DOC/DJJ
Department: Decatur Correctional Center
Opening Date: 03/11/2026
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A

Description

Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Manufacturing Skills Certificate program.
Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

Essential Job Functions:

In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the appropriate Administrator for review.

Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the College.

In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Associate Dean.

Prepare for the annual budget and equipment requests and submit to the Associate Dean for recommendation.

Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials books required commodities and supplies to Associate Dean for approval.

Complete attendance assist in registration and report grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.

Attend staff meetings training and development activities called by the administrative officers.

Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).

Notify the Associate Dean well in advance of absences.

Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift and be in the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.

Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.

Consider the general and special needs of the student. Use a variety of methods and teaching strategies that reflect the different learning styles and needs of students.

Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.

Conduct oneself in a professional manner and work as a member of a team.

Demonstrate commitment to teaching by focusing upon student retention and maintaining current in-class presentations.

Maintain inventory and control of flammable toxics and caustics.

Maintain accurate control of tools on assignment.

Prepare Program Service Credit forms task lists and other reports as required.

Maintain supervision of students in assigned areas.

Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.

Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections or Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice regulations and procedures

Maintain equipment assigned to area.

Maintain control of keys per DOC requirements.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

• Associate degree preferred.

Experience Requirements:

Teaching Experience Preferred. 3-5 years Manufacturing Experience Required.

Knowledge:

CNC programming-Computer Added Drafting-Robotics-Electrical Systems-and Logic Controllers.

Skills:

Must have good communication skills, basic math/algebra skills and be computer literate.

Personal Requirements:

Open minded, innovative, enthusiastic, positive attitude, and adaptive to new teaching technologies.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY

Department of Corrections

(For specific details, please refer to summary plan documents and/or board policy.)
Vacation Hours
Vacation hours for the Department of Corrections employees are loaded at the beginning of each fiscal year, although it is credited to the employees on a monthly basis. All vacation time has to be used prior to the end of the fiscal year, or it will be lost. The amount of time employees receive is based on the number of years of service.
Years of Service

Hours Per Year

Monthly Accrual Rate

1-8 years

135 hours

11.25 hours

9-14 years

150 hours

12.50 hours

15-20 years

187.5 hours

15.63 hours

21+ years

210 hours

17.50 hours
Vacation time will be prorated when employees are not on a paid status for the entire month.
Sick Hours
Full-time Department of Corrections employees will be granted 7.5 hours of sick time each month. Employees can accrue up to a maximum of 1350 hours.
Parental Leave
Paid parental leave of up to four…