Training Instructor; Vocational Training Instructor – Carpentry

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

Education:

• Undergraduate and Graduate
  
  Education:
  
  Major study – education or a subject area related to the position.

Specialized

Experience:

GL-09 and GS-11:
Experience that demonstrates practical knowledge of the subject area and methods/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 that requires teaching/instruction on a regular basis.

Education:

• GL‑09:
  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.
• GS‑11:
  Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M. if related.

Experience:

• GL‑09 and GS‑11:
  At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level, demonstrating practical knowledge of the subject area and instructional methods.

Some examples of qualifying experience could be:

• GL‑09:
  Experience in developing curriculum and individualized learning plans for higher levels of learning.
• Experience in assisting with program development and providing instruction to students from significantly varying backgrounds in a correctional setting.
• Experience following standardized curricula and lesson plans to meet student needs.

GS‑11:
Experience in teaching with full and primary responsibility for classroom instruction.

• Experience in supervising or administering a training program.
• Work in the occupation or subject‑matter field that required training or instruction of others on a regular basis.

Combination of

Education and Experience:

• GL‑09 and GS‑11: A combination of education and experience that equips the applicant to perform major duties of the position.

Certification Requirements (GL‑09):

• Must possess and maintain a current, valid industry‑recognized carpentry instructor credential (e.g., NCCER Instructor Certification, HBI Instructor Certification, UBC Instructor Credential, NAHB training certification) appropriate to the program’s instructional model. Instruction must be limited to the scope of competencies and curriculum standards authorized by the credentialing organization.
• Must hold current OSHA 10 (Construction) and OSHA 30 (Construction Safety) certifications.

Work Experience (GL‑09):

• Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable experience in the past four (4) years in the carpentry field, including residential/commercial construction, structural framing, interior/exterior finishing, blueprint reading, construction math, material layout, and compliance with building codes and OSHA regulations.

Certification Requirements (GS‑11):

• Must possess and maintain a current, valid industry‑recognized carpentry instructor credential as above.
• Must hold current OSHA 10 (Construction) and OSHA 30 (Construction Safety) certifications.

Work Experience (GS‑11):

• Minimum of three (3) years of verifiable experience in the past five (5) years in the carpentry field, including residential/commercial construction, structural framing, interior/exterior finishing, blueprint reading, construction math, material layout, and compliance with building codes and OSHA regulations.

Teaching Experience (GS‑11):

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in developing instructional activities and lesson plans for students pursuing a career pathway in carpentry or related construction trades, incorporating competency‑based training, industry safety standards, and hands‑on skill development aligned with workforce or apprenticeship expectations.

All applicants must clearly address the Selective Factor in their resume and upload any required documentation (e.g., licensure, certification, or transcripts) at the time of application.

Credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, applicants must show actual time spent in activities.

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