The State of New Hampshire, Department of Corrections, Division of Administration, has a full-time vacancy for an Electronic Technician.

Summary:

Performs installation, testing and repairs on electronic security systems for the Department of Corrections and performs related work as required, working in close and immediate contact with prisoners on a daily basis, having responsibility for security.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS - Under a recent change to the rules, an applicant's relevant experience now counts towards formal education degrees referenced below! See Per 405.1 .

18 Months of additional relevant experience = Associate's degree

36 Months of additional relevant experience = Bachelor's degree

54 Months of additional relevant experience = Master's degree

Other information:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School diploma, G.E.D. or its equivalent, supplemented by appropriate trade school training in electricity plus a standard apprenticeship under a Master Electrician or completion of a two year college or technical institute course or equivalent education with major study in the field of electronics. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: Three years of experience in the field of electronics, electronic security systems, electricity, radio, wire communications or similar activity, sufficient to provide a good technical knowledge of electronics equipment. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of formal education.

License/Certification: Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Special Requirements:

1. Successful completion of the Corrections Academy and continuing Certification as correctional line personnel as established by the certifying authority.

2. Must be available for on-call through rotating schedule for off hour’s coverage to respond to emergencies and requests for timely assistance, in accordance with departmental policy.

3. Must be willing to work an extended and/or flexible schedule, to include nights and weekends for emergency response to needs at the facilities. May be required to report for work with little notice due to emergencies.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

Responsibilities:

· Provides security, training and supervision for inmate maintenance workers in the electronics trades.

· Detects electronic deficiencies or mechanical malfunctions and takes appropriate action to effect repairs or service and insures all work is in accordance.

· Conducts weekly testing on a portion of the electronic security system and maintains a record of testing and repairs.

· Provides technical support to the Electronic Technician II in repairing, installing, maintaining and testing of electronic security, communication and control system.

· Demonstrates possession of knowledge required to read blue prints and schematics and interprets drawings for repairs.

· Required to adhere to safety regulations as mandated by Safety Codes and departmental policy.

Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

For further information please contact DOC Recruitment at DOC-RECRUITMENT@DOC.NH.GOV.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay

Other Benefits:

* Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964