Human Resources - Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School

Welcome to Human Resources

We are pleased that you are considering a career at Blackstone Valley Tech, where teachers, administrators, and support staff share a passion for education and lifelong learning. We seek dynamic, inquisitive minds and aim to foster a spirit of independence and enterprise in both students and staff.

Candidates interested in joining a school culture of adaptability, reflection, mutual support, and ongoing professional development are strongly encouraged to apply for a position on the BVT team. Please review the current career opportunities by clicking on the School Spring links below. If you are invited to interview for a position, please follow the application process as described below.

We look forward to meeting you!

How to Apply to BVT

How to Apply to BVT

Individuals interested in a posted position should submit a letter of application, their current resume, a copy of DESE licensure (teaching positions), and copies of their transcripts (if applicable) to our Human Resources Department via e-mail: hroffice@valleytech.k12.ma.us or mail to:

Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District
65 Pleasant Street, Upton, MA 01568

Applicants are alerted that school systems are required to obtain all available criminal offender record information (CORI and SAFIS Background Check (fingerprint) per 603 CMR 51.00) from the criminal history systems board (CHSB) of any current or prospective employee or volunteer of the school department. We will need to make a copy of the appropriate state or federal ID with your picture for the CORI form if invited to the school for an interview.

Candidates who are invited to an interview should bring a completed Employment Application and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Acknowledgement Request Form to the interview. Please fill out the forms online, save them to your computer, and print the completed forms. Be sure to complete all sections of the employment application, especially the Employment History page with all previous employment, dates, and contact information. Do not list "see resume" on the second page of the application.

Note: These forms require Acrobat Reader.

SAFIS Fingerprinting

SAFIS Fingerprinting

Effective July 1, 2013, all school employees are required to submit fingerprints for the national criminal background check. To register for your SAFIS fingerprint appointment, follow the steps below:

Step 1

Go to the IdentoGo website to make an appointment.

Step 2

Click on "Online Scheduling" or call 866-349-8130 to schedule an appointment.
Type in your first and last name.
Select "PreK-12th Grade Education (ESE)."
Choose "Licensed Educator" or "All Other School Personnel."
You will need a credit card to pay, or you can pay by check onsite. The fee is $55.00 if you hold a DESE license and $35.00 for anyone who does not hold a DESE license.
You will need our district DESE code: 08050000 when prompted.
If you want your results sent to additional school districts, you need to enter their DESE codes. You can find additional school districts' DESE codes under School/District Profiles on the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education website under “Add Another Provider."
Be sure to enter all REQUIRED demographic information before submitting.

Step 3

Make note of your registration confirmation number to bring to your scheduled appointment.

Step 4

Go to your scheduled appointment. Be sure to bring back the receipt provided and give a copy of the receipt to the Human Resources Department. Your receipt has a unique tracking number on it. If the report is not received, the state will be able to track it using this number.

Important Information: IdentoGo Center, the state’s fingerprinting vendor, continues to add locations and hours. Consult their website for the latest information and locations. During the registration process, enter your zip code to find locations closest to you. Milford, Northborough, Framingham, W. Boylston, and Auburn are convenient locations for our staff, and all offer evening and Saturday appointments.

If you have any questions about the website, please contact IdentoGo at 866-349-8130.