Corrections Teaching Assistant

About the Role

This position exists to provide support to the Education Department on meeting institutional educational goals. The position is located at a Minnesota Correctional Facility and will have contact with students who are incarcerated.

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

• Experience in an educational or office setting
• Ability to effectively operate office equipment
• Experience using email, calendar, presentation, word processing, database, and spreadsheet software applications (e.g. Microsoft Office or similar)
• Ability to read, speak, and write in English
• Ability to tutor students in reading, writing, math, and educational technology
• Skills in records management sufficient to gather and maintain statistical and other data for reporting purposes
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work successfully with a diverse population

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

• Completion of an Associate's degree or higher
• Experience and skill in educational program platforms sufficient to monitor and manage a computer lab
• Classroom experience, including teaching, conducting training classes/workshops, and/or tutoring
• Experience working in an educational setting
• Experience working in a correctional setting

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening prior to hire. For a copy of the PDA, please email Ali Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us.

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation. Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records. New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment. The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well. Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Support to help you reach your career goals: Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance. Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues.
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Work Schedule & Location

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Location: Red Wing
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Salary

$21.73 - $30.20 / hourly; $45,372 - $63,057 / annually

Contact Information

If you have questions about this position, contact Alicia Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us or 651-361-7307. To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Alicia Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us.

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