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Small Engine Repair Instructor (35 Hour)

Recruitment # 250930-2515T4-001

Location Enfield, CT

Date Opened 10/9/2025 12:00:00 AM

Salary $68,792* - $104,174/year (*See Salary Note)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 10/20/2025 11:59:00 PM

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Experienced in Small Engine Repair? Check out this great opportunity with the State of Connecticut!

The Connecticut Department of Correction (https://portal.ct.gov/DOC) (DOC) Unified School District #1 is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Small Engine Repair Instructor (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=2515T4&R1=&R3=) to teach the basic principles of small engine repair including safety, tools and measuring instruments, the fundamentals of electricity and electronics and ignition and lubrication systems, to name a few. This course carefully details the many systems, tools, and parts involved in the successful repair of small engines, covering performance measurement and preventative maintenance. This position is located at Robinson Correctional Institution (https://portal.ct.gov/doc/facility/robinson-ci) in Enfield, CT. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU We take part in a competitive benefits plan which includes:

+ Option to maintain State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System;

+ A variety of medical and dental plans;

+ Participation in a hybrid retirement plan which provides a retirement benefit, that may include retiree health insurance;

+ Sick and personal leave;

+ Five (5) weeks of scheduled vacation time;

+ Annual $1,000.00 lump sum payment

+ Tuition reimbursement;

+ The State of CT is an eligible Public Services Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.

+ NEW: Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page to learn more about our medical and dental insurance plans, sick/vacation/personal leave accruals, state holidays, tuition reimbursement and more!

In addition, the State puts an emphasis on:

+ Providing limitless opportunities;

+ Hiring for diversity and fresh perspectives;

+ Performing meaningful work and;

+ Encouraging a healthy work/life balance!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS This is a full-time, 35 hour per week position. Schedule is on first shift, with a Monday-Friday schedule. The Unified School District (USD) #1 follows a 12-month school calendar. *Salary Note: Candidates new to the State of Connecticut will start on ‘Step one’ of the pay plan, in the tier that their highest level of education corresponds to. Salary details derived from the P-3B T1-T4 35 Hour Pay Plan are outlined below:

+ B.A. Degree $68,792

+ M.A. Degree $74,241

+ Sixth Year $77,294

The Connecticut Department of Correction Unified School District #1 is dedicated to providing quality educational programs for incarcerated individuals. Academic knowledge, vocational competencies and life skills integrated with technology are offered to students in a positive environment to foster lifelong learning, multicultural awareness and a successful transition to society. As a Vocational Instructor with the DOC, you will be responsible for:

+ Prioritizing safety and security as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens, and offenders;

+ Teaching early intervention, elementary, secondary, special subject, and/or special education curricula;

+ Developing educational plans for individuals and groups;

+ Setting short and long term goals and evaluating student progress;

+ Participating in planning team meetings and case review conferences to assess student behavior;

+ Holding conferences with parents or officials concerned with student performance;

+ Relating to professionals in ancillary educational roles;

+ Maintaining student records and writing reports; and

+ Modeling positive teaching practices.

We are seeking a candidate who possesses:

+ An understanding of the different types of learning styles of students and being able to teach to their ability levels.

+ The ability to work with a variety of different disciplines throughout the day.

+ Working knowledge of classroom routines and disciplines.

+ Outstanding personal and interpersonal skills.

+ The ability to follow the class schedule as provided by the school administration with the understanding that it may change unexpectedly.

ABOUT US USD #1 is dedicated to providing quality educational programs for incarcerated individuals. Students are offered academic knowledge, vocational competencies, and life skills integrated with technology in a positive environment to foster lifelong learning, multicultural awareness, and a successful social transition. USD#1 offers an array of academic programming, including:

+ K-12 High School Program

+ Adult Basic Education (ABE)

+ General Education Development (GED)

+ Credit Diploma Program (CDP)

+ English Second Language (ESL)/ Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), and;

+ A wide variety of Career-Technical Education (CTE) programs.

Our USD#1 motto is defined by the Latin phrase on the District's seal. The phrase, "Non Sum Qualis Eram," translates into English as "I am not what I once was." The hope is that returning citizens will be provided with some of the core tools required to change their path in life through education.

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Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

+ Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

+ Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.

+ Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

+ Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

+ Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

+ Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

+ Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

+ Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

+ Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

+ Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

+ The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

+ Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jake Ferrari at [email protected].

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a Department of Correction School District vocational education section and the Department of Children and Families this class provides instruction and supervision in vocational and occupational subjects to a group of inmates and/or residents.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Plans and conducts a vocational program in accordance with curriculum established for vocational education developed under guidelines established by the State Department of Education-Division of Vocational Education;

+ Conducts classes and shop sessions in vocational and occupational subjects;

+ Corrects papers and tests;

+ Counsels inmates and/or students and gives individual instruction;

+ Maintains tools and equipment;

+ Attends staff and other professional meetings;

+ Prepares reports on inmates and/or students as required;

+ Performs all the security functions necessary to maintain safety of inmates and/or students, associates and other members of the institution populations;

+ Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Knowledge of educational principles, methods and techniques;

+ Skill in a particular trade or occupation;

+ Ability to

+ work effectively with inmates and/or students;

+ express ideas simply and clearly, orally and in writing;

+ teach.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

High School graduation or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and eight (8) years of employment and/or teaching experience in the subject field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Incumbents in this class must meet the State Board of Education requirements to receive initial educator certificate to teach Vocational Education.

NOTE: Payment for employees on the extended schedule will be determined by the appropriate contract.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Experience with teaching a diverse group of people;

+ Experience working in a Correctional Institution setting;

+ Knowledge and experience in training operation and maintenance of small engines including lawn equipment, snow equipment, and personal watercrafts;

+ Knowledge and experience in training Small Engine Construction and Principles of Operation;

+ Knowledge and experience in training Small Engine Fuel and Emission Control Systems;

+ Knowledge and experience training Small Engine Preventative Maintenance and Troubleshooting.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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