Correctional Horticulture Instructor at Western Correctional Center

Correctional Horticulture Instructor at Western Correctional Center

Salary

$49,500.00 - $57,500.00 Annually

Location

Western Correctional Center - Mt. Sterling, Illinois

Job Type

Department of Corrections/Juvenile Justice

Job Number

Division

DOC/DJJ

Department

Western Correctional Center

Opening Date

04/02/2026

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

* Description

* Benefits

Description

Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Horticulture 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.

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

* Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.

* Attend faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.

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

* Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift.

* Arrive at 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.

* Assist in registration as needed.

* Consider the general and special needs of the student.

Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services.

* 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.

* Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.

* Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics.

* Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment.

* Prepare EGGC forms task lists and attendance reports as required.

* Maintain hourly count check on students.

* Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.

* Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections regulations and procedures.

* Maintain equipment assigned to area.

Specific Functional

Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

* Associate Degree Preferred.

Experience Requirements:

Teaching Experience Desired.

Experience in Horticulture Required.

Knowledge:

Operation of Computerized Green house.

Skills:

Must be able to perform landscaping,compute landscape material requirements,design landscapes,propagate and maintain green plants and shrubs.

Must have good communication skills.

Personal Requirements:

Good Interpersonal Skills.

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 (4) weeks for approved full-time employees with one (1) or more years of service.

Holidays

The Department of Corrections provides for the following paid holidays:
January 1, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Columbus Day, General Election Day (every other year), Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.

Tuition Waiver

Lake Land College offers tuition waivers for credit courses to current full-time employees, employee's spouse or civil union partner, and their unmarried dependents under age 23. Any fees associated with the classes are the responsibility of the employee.

Tuition Reimbursement

Full-time employees are entitled to a tuition reimbursement of $200 per credit hour with a maximum of $1200 a fiscal year to advance their education with a baccalaureate, masters, or doctoral degree. Reimbursement is available for courses in which a grade of C or better is received with verification through official transcripts.

Retirement

Lake Land College employees are members of the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). In addition, all SURS eligible employees…