Academy Instructor

• DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION

Posted on

10/08/2026

• Full-time

Location

QUEENS

• No exam required

Department

Corr Academy (Staff) Civilia

Salary range: $62,868.00 – $72,298.00

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Job Description

The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is an integral part of the City’s evolving criminal justice system, participating in reform initiatives and strategies aimed to move the City towards a smaller jail system without compromising public safety. The DOC is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors, volunteers, and people in our custody. Importantly, safe jails enable DOC to provide people in custody with the tools and opportunities they need to successfully re-enter their communities. The DOC operates facilities and court commands across the five boroughs with more than 7,500 diverse professionals and knowledge experts.

The Training and Development Division is seeking New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (NYS DCJS) certified General Topics Instructors to serve as instructors/Trainers. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Training Operations the selected candidate(s) will be responsible for the planning and delivery of classes related to the Academy’s recruit and in-service training programs including and not limited to new hire orientation and professional development training programs. The selected candidate will also be responsible for ensuring classes are delivered within the specifications of DOC policies and procedures, NYS DCJS guidelines, and the Municipal Police Training Council established curriculum on the Basic Course for Correction Officers. The instructors will perform appropriate in class assessments to determine whether training programs meet and achieve goals and objectives: selected candidates will provide guidance and assistance with the creation and revision of training lesson plans and other relevant training materials; make recommendations to the directors in order to obtain optimum efficiency in the utilization of staff, equipment and technology and other operating resources; and support the work of the division leadership team as needed. Any other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook etc.) proficiency;
• Experience in a high-paced environment, with the ability to manage information and distribute

appropriately;

• Ability to establish positive working relationships with multiple units and different levels of staff;
• Excellent writing, communication, inter-personal, analytical, research, problem-solving, and

organizational skills;

• The candidate must be well-organized, proactive, resourceful, flexible, and able to

communicate with staff (at all levels) in a fast- paced environment, meet deadlines, and

perform with a high level of professionalism.

Additional Information

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his/her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

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Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or

2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or

3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

-Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook etc.) proficiency. -Experience in a high-paced environment, with the ability to manage information and distribute appropriately. -Ability to establish positive working relationships with multiple units and different levels of staff. -Excellent writing, communication, inter-personal, analytical, research, problem-solving, and organizational skills. -The candidate must be well-organized, proactive, resourceful, flexible, and able to communicate with staff (at all levels) in a fast- paced environment, meet deadlines, and perform with a high level of professionalism.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required for this position within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Job ID

804838

Posted until

11/07/2026

Title code

56058

Civil service title

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR

Title classification

Non-Competitive-5

Business title

Academy Instructor

• Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)

Job level

00

Number of positions

1

Work location

66-26 Metropolitan Ave., Queen

• Category: Administration & Human Resources

Academy Instructor