Hard Skills Trainer
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 10, 2026
Position Summary
The Hard Skills Instructor (HIS) is responsible for coordinating and delivering certified hard skills training to participants incarcerated at Rikers Island. This includes curriculum development, facilitation of OSHA/Flaggers and other industry-recognized certifications, and collaboration with jail-based staff and employment services. The instructor must be dynamic, engaging, and results-oriented, with a strong command of subject matter and the ability to motivate participants.
The HSI collaborates with cross-functional teams (i.e., education, job placement), supervisor, and senior leadership to monitor and track performance and find solutions to maximize outcomes for participants. This is a hands-on, relationship-driven role that requires strong engagement skills, effective case management and wraparound services competencies, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to providing excellence in service delivery.
Your Responsibilities Include:
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The Hard Skills Instructor (HIS) is responsible for coordinating and delivering certified hard skills training to participants incarcerated at Rikers Island. This includes curriculum development, facilitation of OSHA/Flaggers and other industry-recognized certifications, and collaboration with jail-based staff and employment services. The instructor must be dynamic, engaging, and results-oriented, with a strong command of subject matter and the ability to motivate participants.
The HSI collaborates with cross-functional teams (i.e., education, job placement), supervisor, and senior leadership to monitor and track performance and find solutions to maximize outcomes for participants. This is a hands-on, relationship-driven role that requires strong engagement skills, effective case management and wraparound services competencies, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to providing excellence in service delivery.
Your Responsibilities Include:
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