Community Corrections Officer - Reentry; Spokane

Community Corrections Officer 2

The Reentry Division within the Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to fill a full-time permanent Community Corrections Officer 2 position at Eleanor Chase House Reentry Center in Spokane, Washington. Working hours for this position is determined by unit needs and are at the discretion of the unit supervisor. This position typically works Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Mission of the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is to improve public safety by positively changing lives. This position, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, contributes to the agency's mission to improve public safety by supporting the effective supervision and accountability of reentry center residents under agency jurisdiction.

We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service and are committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our community and our agency. If you have a passion for service - review, decide, and apply!

A complete application packet will include all of the following attachments:
Cover letter regarding your interest in this position. Detailed chronological resume. Three professional references with valid phone number(s) and an email address for each. Copy of your unofficial transcripts (if applicable). Please note, an incomplete application package may disqualify you from the process.

DOC offers:
Flexible schedules, comprehensive compensation packages, training and development opportunities, and the fulfillment of public service.

Duties of a Community Corrections Officer 2 may include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise adults placed in partial confinement at the Reentry Center in accordance with Washington State Law and agency policy and within prescribed time frames.
• Engage with residents to work towards positive change.
• Enforce supervision/placement conditions and the law.

Required Qualifications for Community Corrections Officer 2:

• One year experience as a Community Corrections Officer within the Washington State Department of Corrections.
• OR Associate or Technical Degree from a recognized college or educational institution.
• AND Three years of work experience in adult or juvenile corrections, counseling, social work, social service, or law enforcement or closely related field.
• OR Bachelors degree from a college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the US Department of Education.
• AND One year of work experience in adult or juvenile corrections, counseling, social work, social service, or law enforcement or closely related field.
• OR Equivalent combination of qualifying education and/or experience totaling five years.
• Willingness to work with individuals with criminal backgrounds and anti-social behaviors; review graphic materials, ability to remain objective when dealing with individuals under supervision.
• Staff who do not qualify for legacy status under the provisions for arming are required to be armed and must be willing and able to: possess and use a firearm under federal and state law; maintain firearm qualifications; and successful completion of ongoing training requirements associated with mandatory arming and potential use of force.

Preferred Qualifications for Community Corrections Officer 2:

• In addition to the required qualifications, applicants who will be successful in this role will also have demonstrated ability through, coursework or work experience, in 3 or more of the following competencies:
• Written Communication skills– clear,…