Corrections & Custody Officer - Crew - Seattle

Overview

Corrections & Custody Officer 2 – Community Corrections Division – Seattle, WA

DOC WFSE Monthly Salary Range 53: $5,074.00 to $6,832.00

DOC's mission is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

We are recruiting to fill one full-time, non-permanent Corrections and Custody Officer 2 (CO2) position within the Community Corrections Division. This position works for the Western Washington Workcrew Unit located at 1550 4th Ave South, Seattle, WA 98134. This non-permanent appointment is expected to last about nine months.

• Supervise individuals who are performing community restitution (work crew/community service) and be responsible for safety and security, directing and monitoring work, and the direct supervision of participants performing general labor tasks in the community.
• Operate state vehicles safely to transport supervised individuals to and from work sites.
• Monitor activities and movements at the work site through visual observation; maintain worker safety and provide safety rules and orientation.
• Issue and account for equipment, tools, safety gear, and weather gear used by work crew.
• Apply appropriate, constructive, and professional authority by communicating with supervised individuals and staff.
• Use de-escalation skills in stressful or potentially dangerous situations; serve as a positive and motivating role model; collaborate with stakeholders and contractors to achieve project outcomes.
• Conduct inspections and searches of supervised individuals and their property if reasonable suspicion exists.
• Administrative duties to include maintaining and managing documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

• One year of experience as a Corrections and Custody Officer with the WA State Department of Corrections (DOC) including successful completion of the Correctional Officer training plan, and must possess and maintain a vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Washington.
• OR
• High school diploma or GED; two years of experience in law enforcement, security, corrections/community corrections (probation/parole), or related criminal justice position requiring security functions and/or regular contact with individuals suspected or convicted of crimes; and must possess and maintain a vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Washington.

• Complete a felony disclosure form prior to employment and submit to a criminal background check.
• Complete and pass the psychological screening (Battery Exam and Psychological Interview/Evaluation).
• Submit to drug testing in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement and agency policy.
• Complete employee orientation and all mandatory annual training within mandated time frames.
• Familiarize and comply with department policies, procedures, and applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.

• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, medical/dental/vision and other perks.
  • Fourteen to twenty-five paid vacation days per year (depending on years of service).
  • Eight hours of paid sick leave per month.
  • Twelve paid holidays per year (includes one personal holiday).
  • One personal leave day per year.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and other programs.
• Retirement options: PERS or PSERS with details available from the Department of Retirement Systems.

To apply, select the Apply button at the top right of this posting. A complete application packet includes:

• Online application (including the Work Experience section; resume alone does not satisfy this requirement).
• Cover letter describing interest in this position.
• Detailed and chronological resume.
• Three professional-level references with current contact information.

Additional notes:
Attach Veterans’ Preference documents if applicable. Do not include personal photos or sensitive data in your application. Incomplete applications may disqualify you.

• Work with or near incarcerated or supervised individuals; this position may operate in potentially hazardous settings.
• Background checks, pre-employment drug test, and I-9 verification are required.
• This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
• Other information related to job duties and conditions may be provided during the interview process.

Note: This is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics.