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Tattoo Artist Apprenticeship Program Instructor for Pennsylvania Department of Corrections

This opportunity from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (PA DOC) focuses on providing professional tattoo artist apprenticeship instruction at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) in Frackville. - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (PA DOC) - Program Overview: - Instructor sought to lead Tattoo Artist Apprenticeship Program for incarcerated individuals - Instruction covers disease prevention, tattoo design and application, customer service, shop operations, and compliance with industry standards and state regulations - Curriculum development, licensing compliance, equipment management, apprenticeship management, community engagement, and reporting are required - Instructor Requirements: - Must be a practicing professional tattoo artist with at least 3 years of experience - High school diploma or equivalent required - Current OSHA-compliant Bloodborne Pathogen certification - Must pass PA DOC background checks, including PREA - Portfolio and instructional video submission required - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Program aims to reduce illicit tattooing, provide employable skills for reentry, and cover symbols of hate or gang affiliation - Security protocols and compliance with PA DOC regulations mandatory - Contract Details: - Initial term of two years, with three optional one-year renewals - Performance is 32 to 40 hours per week - Price adjustments up to 3% may be negotiated at renewal - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned; opportunity is open to qualified individual instructors or businesses

Description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is seeking an instructor to lead a Tattoo Artist Apprenticeship program for incarcerated individuals at Frackville SCI, Frackville, PA. The program includes training on professional tattooing aspects such as disease prevention, design, application, customer service, and shop operations. The contract term is two years with an option for three one-year renewals. Proposals must be submitted electronically through JAGGAER by October 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

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