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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Automotive Maintenance Instructor in Eldora, Iowa
Automotive Maintenance Instructor
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Automotive Maintenance Instructor
Salary
$49,961.60 - $74,692.80 Annually
Location
Eldora - 50627 - Hardin County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
25-00372
Agency
400 Health & Human Services - State Operated Specialty Care - State Training School
Opening Date
08/22/2024
Closing Date
9/25/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
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Point of Contact
Joel Weeks, jweeks1@dhs.state.ia.us
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Job Description
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking an Automotive Maintenance Instructor to join the team at the State Training School (STS) in Eldora. Our Vocational Programs teach students vital skills for success in their trade. Students can leave STS with skills that they can use to obtain employment or further their education. Vocational Education is at the heart of the mission of STS. It is an irreplaceable piece in the successful development of young men within the facility. Basic Automotive is an important piece of our program.
STS provides an environment rich in educational challenges that will allow you to practice your craft in a meaningful manner. You will have an opportunity to fine tune your skills by addressing the educational challenges that come from working with a diverse group of young men. This is a close-knit environment with a strong professional learning community structure. There are no extra duties beyond the 7:00am – 3:30pm schedule and you can request to use your vacation time as soon as it accrues. We offer several days throughout the year to work on curriculum development and courses for re-licensure are provided as part of the workday. There is approximately 1 month of orientation to become familiar with the school and facility.
The qualified candidate must possess a Career and Technical License or be eligible and able to obtain a Career and Technical License through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners, meeting all endorsement requirements for the teaching assignment: 5-12 Automotive (Career and Technology) License. If you have experience in the auto maintenance industry, you may qualify for the Career and Technology License.
The programs available for residents include:
General education studies
Special education programs
Title I
High School Equivalency Diploma (formerly GED)
Competency-based Special Education programs
Counseling
STS provides a holistic social, behavioral, psychiatric, academic, and vocational program that utilizes counseling, treatment and consequences paired with praise for young men, ages 12-18 years old, who were adjudicated delinquent. You will be well served by the existing structure which provides you with administrative office staff and security. If you enjoy rewarding yet challenging work helping young men find stability in their lives and security in their future, this is a great opportunity to consider. Your work at STS has the potential to help pull these young men together and change their future.
If you are proficient in:
handling a diverse caseload of emotionally disordered students with mild to moderate needs
teaching in an individualized manner to reach the students
providing both individual and classroom instruction
a career at STS is definitely something to consider!
We have a great total compensation package, including:
Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) (Employee contributes 6.29%/State of Iowa contributes 9.44%)
Retirement Investors Club (RIC) (Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan) (State of Iowa matches up to $75/month)
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (See below for additional information)
Vacation Leave (96 hours/year to begin, and increases with years of service)
Sick Leave (144 hours/year)
Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance ($20,000 paid for by the State of Iowa)
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Free On-Campus Workout Facilities
For additional information on benefits click here (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3766/download?inline=) .
Click hereto see how we compare with other employers or offers by using our Total Compensation Calculator.
Working at STS comes with a special perk! This location offers access for staff to the impressive on-campus gym during off student hours. This includes 3 full size basketball courts, two fully stocked weight rooms with machine and free weights, showers, and lockers. We also provide a cardio roomfor staff onlyfeaturing exercise mats and advanced treadmills and stationary bikes. Usage of these resources is completely free for all STS staff.
Eldora Highlights
STS is located in Eldora, a quaint community with a population of approximately 2,800 residents, located in north central Iowa. Eldora is an Iowa River Greenbelt Community and the Iowa River Greenbelt Scenic Drive winds through a picturesque landscape of valleys, woods, and streams. With easy access to the Iowa River and Pine Lake, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, kayaking, canoeing, hunting, and fishing, as well as the many educational opportunities, cultural activities, and entertainment events nearby, including a picturesque 9-hole golf course surrounded by Pine Lake State Park.
Eldora is 45 minutes away from Ames and Cedar Falls, 30 minutes from Marshalltown, and only 20 minutes from Iowa Falls. Des Moines, Iowa’s capital, is just 1 hour and 15 minutes away.
Ames, Iowa is the home of Iowa State University, featuring one of the nation’s premier Engineering schools and leading Veterinary and Agricultural programs.https://www.iastate.edu/
Cedar Falls is the home of the University of Northern Iowa,https://uni.edu/
Iowa Falls is the home of Ellsworth Community College.https://ecc.iavalley.edu
Des Moines has one of the nation’s finest State Fairs and is home to the Iowa Cubs, Wells Fargo Arena host site of NCAA Basketball, premier concerts, and Lauridsen Skatepark, the nation’s largest skatepark.
The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer
HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Certification or eligibility for certification as a Vocational Instructor by the Iowa Department of Education in an occupational area offered by a state institutional vocational program, which are as follows:
agriculture
auto body
auto mechanics
auto servicing
baking
building maintenance
building trades
cooking
computer programming
computer service/repair
electrical work
horticulture
household repairs
housekeeping
machine tools
painting
printing
small engine repair
welding
woodworking
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/CertifiedVocationalInstructor-01037.pdf)
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Competitive Compensation:
Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.
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Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
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Are you certified - or eligible for certification- as a Vocational Instructor by the Iowa Department of Education in one or more of the following areas?
Agriculture
Auto Body
Auto Mechanics
Auto Servicing
Baking
Building Maintenance
Building Trades
Cooking
Computer Programming
Computer Service/Repair
Electrical Work
Horticulture
Household Repairs
Housekeeping
Machine Tools
Painting
Printing
Small Engine Repair
Welding
Woodworking
**All applicants are passed for this class. 'Eligible" for certification requires us to pass all applicants.
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Agency
State of Iowa
Agency
400 Health & Human Services - State Operated Specialty Care - State Training School
Address
State Training School for Boys
3211 W Edgington
Eldora, 50627
Website
http://dhs.iowa.gov/mhds/mental-health/in-patient/juvenile-facility/eldora
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