Trainer II

Trainer II

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Benefits EligibilityThis position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary $24.27 - $35.59 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Staci Ditzer
Application Deadline 8/31/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

The Reentry and Rehabilitation Division is seeking to hire a Trainer II (Correctional Educator) to provide classroom instruction to incarcerated individuals located at the Utah State Correctional Facility in Salt Lake City. Topics of instruction include but are not limited to life skills and addressing criminogenic risk factors. The Trainer II will develop curriculum deliver classroom instruction track student progress and collaborate with team members to facilitate organizational education processes.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience developing lesson plans for classroom instruction

• Experience using some type of Learning Management System (LMS)

• Experience with in-person classroom and e-learning delivery methods.

• The ability to measure and assess student education progress

• The ability to successfully manage a classroom of adult learners

• The ability to diversify instruction based on students needs

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A passion for continuous learning and engaging students in learning.

• A minimum of an Associates degree with an emphasis in education learning and development methods or criminal justice.

Qualifications

Responsibilities:

• Designs and/or prepares instructional materials teaching aids for classroom instruction

• Conducts in-person instruction to a class of incarcerated adults

• Implements learning objectives lesson plans and student progress tracking

Qualifications:

• Instructional methods and techniques

• Assessing organizational needs such as staffing training security etc

• Testing and/or examination methodologies

• Survey methodology and related tools

Supplemental Information:

This position is non-certified and does not require POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training Certification).

About the Role

Location
1480 N 8000 W
Salt Lake City Utah 84116
United States
Background Check Required A comprehensive background investigation which may include a polygraph may be required.
Drug Test Required Yes
Schedule Code B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency

The Utah Department of Corrections as a dedicated team of professionals ensures public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability treatment education and positive reinforcement within a safe environment.

For additional information about the Utah Department of Corrections please go to this link. Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

Required Experience:

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