Correctional Electronics Technician

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• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.  
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. 
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In a Department of Correction facility or district this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks and/or acting as a working supervisor for inmates in the repair, maintenance and installation of various electronic security systems and equipment.

• Performs technical duties in installation, maintenance, repair and testing of highly technical security surveillance and life safety and alarm systems and communication equipment; 
• Fabricates special electronic devices and systems as needed; 
• Uses a variety of testing/measuring equipment and data to locate electronic malfunctions, diagnose, troubleshoot and repair systems and equipment; 
• Trains, instructs and supervises inmates assigned to an electronics repair shop in repair, calibration and testing of electronic equipment and systems such as television cameras and monitors, telecommunication receivers and transmitters including AM and AM-FM radios and inter-institution telephone and public address equipment; 
• Acts as a liaison with outside vendors for purposes of ordering parts, troubleshooting problems and researching solutions to technical problems; 
• Maintains inventory of replacement parts; 
• May inspect and/or test fire alarm equipment to comply with Connecticut’s State Fire Prevention Code and State Fire Safety Code to ensure system integrity; 
• Performs daily key and tool control counts; 
• Keeps accurate and detailed records and makes necessary reports; 
• Works with Correctional Locksmiths and Correctional General Maintenance Officers on work assignment basis; 
• Maintains custody, evaluates performance of and disciplines inmates assigned to work areas; 
• May perform supplemental duties related to other trade disciplines based on experience, knowledge, skills and agency needs; 
• May physically restrain inmates, quell disturbances and otherwise assist security forces in emergencies; 
• May be required to operate a motor vehicle; 
• Performs related duties as required.

• Considerable knowledge of
  • concepts and principles of electronics; 
  • maintenance, installation and servicing of electronic security systems and equipment; 
  • specialized test equipment used in servicing of electronic equipment; 
  • materials, methods, tools and equipment involved in electronic repair and installation work; 
• Skills
  • interpersonal skills; 
  • oral and written communication skills; 
• Considerable ability to quickly and accurately analyze extent and cause of electronic malfunctions; 
• Ability to
  • read and interpret schematic diagrams and instruction manuals; 
  • operate and interpret computerized and automated control systems; 
  • maintain records and prepare reports; 
  • instruct inmates in techniques and skills of electronics maintenance; 
  • perform under stress and remain stable in pressure situations; 
• Supervisory ability.

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to danger of injury or assault by inmates and to the danger and discomfort of working with electrical equipment.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.