Electronic Technician Trainee, Technician, Or Advanced at State of Louisiana

About this Job Louisiana Department ofPublic Safety & Corrections Corrections ServicesLOUISIANA STATE PENITENTIARYAngola LAAt the Louisiana Department of Corrections our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair professional and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity accountability and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.This is an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety working in a correctional facility where professionalism resilience and teamwork are essential.The incumbent of this position serves as an Electronic Technician primarily responsible for the installation maintenance and repair of communication equipment and related technology at LSP. Louisiana State Penitentiary (LSP) is the states only Class 1A facility and the only correctional facility providing custody and control of adult male inmates who have been sentenced to death. Why work for DOCCulture:DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs creating a sense of community prioritizing internal promotional opportunities clear communication and professional development.Growth:Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.Benefits:DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan health insurance that is also available post retirement at least 10 paid holidays sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week a deferred compensation plan a flexible benefits plan alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.Please visit our website by clicking here to learn more about DOC our facilities and our mission.Minimum Qualifications One year of experience or training in the maintenance or repair of mechanical or electronic office equipment precision machinery or electronic/electrical systems; OROne year of experience or training in the installation repair or maintenance of computer equipment or systems (hardware and/or software); ORPossession of a CompTIA A Certification.EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:Every six semester hours earned from an accredited college or university in electronics or computer science will substitute for one year of the required experience.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:Must possess an appropriate Federal Communications Commission (FCC) radio-telephone license when working with marine and aviation transmitting equipment or with radar.Job Specification The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:Installs maintains and repairs all two-way portable and mobile radios security alarm beeper system and portable beepers transfriskers metal detectors closed-circuit security cameras and monitors and all related components of communication or security technology. Installs updates and expands components and systems to equipment and checks for proper operation. Consults with Control Center and users of communication equipment daily regarding equipment submitted for repair use of equipment and/or problems. Adjust system equipment to utilize resources in the proper use in accordance with applicable departmental regulations and institutional policies. Position-Specific Details:Appointment Type: PROBATION or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEECurrent permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.This posting may also be used to fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment should a permanent position become available the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.Career Progression Group: ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN TRAINEE OR ADVANCEDFilled at the highest level of experience of the selected applicantCompensationSalary depends on level of experience.To see minimum qualifications and salary ranges clickHERE.Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make at each level over their career andnotthe amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.Other Important Information:IMPORTANT:In the supplemental questions section applicants must authorize the HR Office of DPS&C-Corrections Services to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment by answering YES to the PREA question.Any degree certificate special license or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.This is a 24-hour facility.This Agency is a Drug Free Workplace.How to Apply:No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be acceptedin lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. The hiring supervisor/manager has 90 days from the closing date of the announcement to make a hiring decision. Specific information about this job will be provided to you in the interview process should you be selected.To view and apply to any of our other postings we currently have available clickHERE.The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor including disability.For further information about this vacancy contact:Chassity RheamsHuman Resources DepartmentPh: Fax: Required Experience:Intern Key Skills IDS,Electronic Warfare,PCB,Military Experience,Mobile Devices,Surface Mount Technology,Assembly Experience,Schematics,Security System Experience,Soldering,Programmable Logic Controllers,Troubleshooting Employment Type : Trainee Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 3649 - 6566