Community Corrections Officer ; Or CCOIn-Training - Puyallup

Community Corrections Officer 2 (or CCO1 In‑training)

Location:

Puyallup, WA

Salary:
Monthly ranges for CCO1 and CCO2 vary with qualifications, with a minimum starting salary of $5,338/monthly for CCO
1. Additional information is provided during the application process.

The Community Corrections Officer 2 works full‑time, Monday‑Friday 0800‑1700, at the Puyallup Field Office. The officer supplements public safety by supervising individuals under community supervision, focusing on accountability, intervention, and safe reentry.

• Supervise criminal individuals (S/Is) under community supervision in accordance with state law.
• Conduct investigations, searches, issue warrants, and make arrests when required.
• Complete intake and administrative tasks, including electronic and hard‑copy file management.
• Administer risk, needs, and substance‑abuse assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Engage with S/Is using motivational interviewing and effective interventions to encourage positive change.
• Enforce supervision conditions, present accurate documentation, and provide sanction recommendations to courts and hearings.
• Collect, process, and maintain evidence and information, ensuring chain of custody and proper storage.
• Exercise sound judgment in accordance with department policies, including firearm maintenance, control tactics, and safety protocols.
• Assist with case management, resource referrals, and support services.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Must be able to carry and use a department‑issued firearm.
• Must possess an unrestricted driver’s license valid in Washington.
• Must be willing and capable of working with individuals who have criminal backgrounds, including reviewing graphic materials.
• Must have demonstrated ability in at least three of the following areas:
  • Written communication.
  • Critical thinking and analytical reasoning.
  • Conflict resolution.
  • Situational awareness.
  • Problem solving and organization.
  • Independence and flexibility.
• Education and experience requirements differ for CCO1 and CCO2 (see below).

• High school diploma/GED and at least four years of qualifying experience.
• Associate or technical degree and two years of qualifying experience.
• Associate/technical degree with experiential equivalence totaling four years.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

• One year experience as a Community Corrections Officer within the Washington State Department of Corrections.
• Associate or technical degree and three years of qualifying experience.
• Bachelor’s degree and one year of qualifying experience.
• Equivalent combination totaling five years of experience/education.

• Complete a felony disclosure form and background check.
• Pass a psychological screening (Battery Exam and Psychological Interview/Evaluation).
• Submit to drug testing as required.
• Complete all mandatory training, including orientation, annual, and in‑service training.
• Successfully complete the Firearms Academy and Control/Impedance Tactics (CIT) training and maintain qualifications.

• Paid vacation (14‑25 days per year based on service).​​
• Eight hours of paid sick leave per month.
• Twelve paid holidays per year.
• One personal leave day per year.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP).
• Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans (PERS and PSERS).
• Other benefits may be available at your dedicated benefits portal.

The WA State Department of Corrections (DOC) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, genetic information, or disability, including the use of service animals.