Correctional Fiber Optics Instructor at Logan Correctional Center



Correctional Fiber Optics Instructor at Logan Correctional Center

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Logan Correctional Center - Lincoln, Illinois

Job Type

Department of Corrections/Juvenile Justice

Job Number

202300056

Division

DOC/DJJ

Department

Logan Correctional Center

Opening Date

07/19/2023

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Description

Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Fiber Optics Certificate program.

Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

Essential Job Functions:

  1. In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the appropriate Administrator for review.
  2. Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the College.
  3. In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Associate Dean.
  4. Prepare for the annual budget and equipment requests and submit to the Associate Dean for recommendation.
  5. Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials books required commodities and supplies to Associate Dean for approval.
  6. Complete attendance assist in registration and report grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.
  7. Attend staff meetings training and development activities called by the administrative officers.
  8. Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).
  9. Notify the Associate Dean well in advance of absences.
  10. Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift and be in the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
  11. Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.
  12. 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.
  13. 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.
  14. Conduct oneself in a professional manner and work as a member of a team.
  15. Demonstrate commitment to teaching by focusing upon student retention and maintaining current in-class presentations.
  16. Maintain inventory and control of flammable toxics and caustics.
  17. Maintain accurate control of tools on assignment.
  18. Prepare Program Service Credit forms task lists and other reports as required.
  19. Maintain supervision of students in assigned areas.
  20. Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.
  21. Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections or Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice regulations and procedures
  22. Maintain equipment assigned to area.
  23. Maintain control of keys per DOC requirements.
  24. Perform other duties as assigned.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

  • Associate degree preferred.

Experience Requirements:
3-5 years Fiber Optics/Cabling Experience Required. Teaching Experience Preferred.

Knowledge:
Communication Systems-Copper, Fiber and Wireless Fiber Optic Systems-Network Cabling Design-Termination--Splicing-Testing-Fiber Optic Installation.

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 ServiceHours Per YearMonthly Accrual Rate
1-11 years135 hours11.25 hours
12-17 years150 hours12.50 hours
18-23 years187.5 hours15.63 hours
24+ years210 hours17.50 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.

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).

(403)b/457(b) Retirement Savings Plans

Lake Land College offers a voluntary 403(b) plan and a 457(b) plan.  Employees have the option of choosing from a variety of investment funds and can contribute on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.  Employees can elect to enroll in a 403(b) and 457(b) plan at any time.

Life and AD&D Insurance

Lake Land College provides full-time Department of Correction employees with $40,000 in life and AD&D insurance.  Employees may also elect to purchase additional supplemental insurance for themselves, as well as spouse or civil union partner, and their dependent children.  Spouses and dependents cannot exceed the amount of the employee’s optional benefit.
Voluntary Benefits

Lake Land College offers Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance at group rates paid by employees. 

Flexible Spending Account

Full-time employees can elect through payroll deduction to establish a flexible spending account for qualified medical or dependent care expenses incurred during the plan year.  These elections are made on a pre-tax basis to save the employee federal and state income taxes.  Employees enrolled on a medical flexible spending account can carry over up to $500 from one plan year to the next.

Medical Insurance

Lake Land College offers two health plan options -one Traditional PPO health plan and one High Deductible health plan with a compatible Health Savings Account.  Employees can elect coverage for their dependents defined as a spouse, civil union partner, or child under the age of 26.  Dependent verification is required.  Spouses who are able to obtain insurance through his or her full-time employment are not eligible for the College Insurance.
   
   Current Monthly Rates
SingleEmployee + 1Family
Plan A (Traditional)See table below$591.91$739.18
Plan B (HDHP)See table below *$344.40  *$531.59 *
* Lake Land College will also contribute to a Health Savings Account on behalf of the employee.

DOC Premium
 Salary RangeMonthly RatesSalary RangeMonthly Rates
$27,300 or less$36.00$54,801-68,600$46.00
$27,301-$41,200$41.00$68,601 and over$48.50
$41,201-$54,800$43.50


Health Savings Accounts

A HSA is a tax-favored savings account which allows funds to be accumulated tax-free to pay for current and future qualified healthcare expenses. A HSA account is only available if a HDHP, or Plan B is chosen.   Lake Land contributes an amount equal to the difference in premiums between Plan A and Plan B.  Please refer to the DOC Health Insurance Rate Sheet for Monthly Contributions.

Dental Insurance

Lake Land College offers Dental Insurance to employees and their qualified dependents at the following monthly cost:
 
SingleEmployee + 1Family
Dental Insurance$0.00 + DOC Premium*$16.23 + DOC Premium*$25.66 + DOC Premium*
*If employees have both Medical and Dental Insurance, the DOC premium will only be charged once if employee has the same coverage level on both medical and dental.

Vision Insurance

Lake Land College offers Vision Insurance to employees and their qualified dependents at the following monthly cost:
 
SingleEmployee + 1Family
Dental Insurance$5.59$10.62$15.51
 

Agency
Lake Land College
Address
5001 Lake Land Boulevard

Mattoon, Illinois, 61938-9366
Phone
2172345410