Community Corrections Officer 2 Or CCO1 - SAU - Lakewood
Community Corrections Officer 2 Or CCO1 - SAU - Lakewood
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- Community Corrections Officer 2 (or CCO1
Community Corrections DivisionLakewood WA
DOC WFSE CCO2 Monthly Salary Range 54: $4979.00$6692.00
DOC WFSE CCO1 Monthly Salary Range 47: $4189.00$5628.00Salary depends on qualifications.Minimum starting salary for a CCO1 placement begins at Step G $4850.00/monthly).- If you are viewing this posting from an external job site(such as Indeed) copy/paste the following link to search and apply to this and other WA State Department of Corrections (DOC) positions: We are reopening this recruitment and extending the deadline to apply. If you previously applied to this recruitment you do not need to again.
We are actively recruiting for a fulltime nonpermanent Community Corrections Officer 2 (CCO2 vacancy within the Community Corrections Division. This position works for the Pierce County Special Unit (SAU)located at 10109 South Tacoma Way Lakewood WA 98499. This nonpermanent opportunity is expected to last about six months.
The North and South Pierce County SAUssupervise Level 1 2 and 3 sex offenders who are currently under supervision for a sex offense. In addition the units will supervise those individuals convicted of kidnapping if they are required to register with the Sheriff.
Depending on your qualifications you may be appointed at the CCO1 level or directly at the CCO2 level.As a CCO2 (or CCO1 you will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and contribute to the agencys mission to improve public safety by supporting the effective supervision and accountability of supervised individuals (S/Is) under agency jurisdiction. Supervision efforts will focus on S/I accountability and intervention to enhance and support a safe reentry into the community. Shift hours:MondayFriday.
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!
HOW TO APPLY
Select the Apply button located at the top right corner of this posting. A complete application packet will include the following:- Online application.You must complete the online application including the Work Experience section. Your resume will not substitute for this requirement.
- Cover letter. Regarding your interest in this position.
- Resume. Detailed and chronological.
- Three professionallevel references. Current and recent supervisors are preferred with a valid phone number and email for each. Review the Supplement Information section for the requirements and definition of. References are contacted after the interview process.
- Unofficial transcripts (if applicable).If your qualifying experience is less than four years or if you are not sure if your experience qualifies you must attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts from an accredited higher education institution to supplement for the required minimum qualifications.
- Credential evaluation report (if applicable). If your degree was awarded outside the United States you must also attach a credential evaluation report. Review the Supplement Information section for more information.
Do not include any personally identifiable information within your application packet such as personal photos drivers license or social security number.
Incomplete application packages or statements such as see resume in lieu of the requested information may disqualify you from the process. Duties
Supervise criminal S/Is (supervised individuals) ordered to supervision in the community in accordance with Washington State law Interstate Compact Rules/Regulations and agency policy and within prescribed timeframes.
- Conduct investigations searches issue warrants and make arrests.
- Complete intake.
- Administer assessments (risk needs substance abuse).
- Manage electronic and hardcopy files and reports.
- Motivational Interviewing to enhance the S/Is intrinsic motivation to change.
- Principles of Effective Interventions to interact with S/Is and to manage behavior.
- Present accurate written documentation and oral testimony and make appropriate sanction recommendations for courts and/or hearings.
- Identify collect document process and maintain evidence and information ensuring proper chain of custody and storage.
- Exercise sound judgment and follow Department policies procedures and protocols regarding the appropriate maintenance security handling and discharge of departmentissued firearms.
- Ensure proper safety and security measures are in place while armed and having S/I contact outside of the office environment to include wearing a safety vest as outlined in policy.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR BOTH LEVELS LISTED BELOW
- Must have the ability to carry and properly utilize a departmentissued firearm.
- Must possess and maintain an unrestricted vehicle operators license valid in the State of Washington.
- Must have the willingness and ability to work with individuals with criminal backgrounds and antisocial behaviors; review graphic materials; and to remain objective when dealing with individuals under supervision.
In addition to the requirements listed above for both levels you must also possess the following for a CCO1 placement:- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Total of four years of work or volunteer experience in adult or juvenile corrections counseling social work social services law enforcement or closely related field.
- And the additional requirements listed below.
- Associate or technical degree from a recognized college or educational institution.
- Total of two years of work or volunteer experience in adult or juvenile corrections counseling social work social services law enforcement or closely related field.
- And the additional requirements listed below.
- 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 or foreign equivalent.
- And the additional requirements listed below.
- Equivalent combination of qualifying education and/or experiencetotaling four years.
- And the additional requirements listed below.
- Written Communication skills: Clear factual concise grammatically correct work.
- Critical Thinking: Evaluate and interpret assess the situation evaluate risk separate fact and opinion make informed conclusions formulate courses of action implement sound decisions.
- Analytical Reasoning: Interpret data weigh the risks break down larger issues identify solutions make decisions or recommendations.
- Conflict Resolution: Observe and strategize personal interactions based on environmental conditions and human behavior identify behaviors/needs engage in a positive and constructive manner acknowledge opposing opinions/thoughts recognize issues seek collaboration communicate feedback identify resources promote a positive outcome.
- Situational Awareness: Remain calm and rational during difficult situations proactively assess volatile threatening or other crisis/emergency situations recall facts document details.
- Problem Solving: Identify problems identify causes seek input assess outcomes implement solutions. Organizational Skill prioritize plan minimize distraction assess progress manage timeframes detail orientation time management.
- Work independently: Learn duties understand job expectations comply with policy/procedure meet productivity standards/timelines identify training need/opportunities engage team members/mentors seek guidance/help when needed.
- Flexibility: Incorporate new information into an existing framework of understanding. Accept change and support the Agency through changes in law policy and procedure.
In addition to the requirements listed above for both levels you must also possess the following for a CCO2 placement:- One year experience as a Community Corrections Officer (CCO) within the Washington State Department of Corrections.
- Associate or technical degree from a recognized college or educational institution.
- Three years of work experience in adult or juvenile corrections counseling social work social services law enforcement or closely related field.
- And the additional requirements listed below.
- Bachelors degree or higher from a college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the US Department of Education or foreign equivalent.
- One year of work experience in adult or juvenile corrections counseling social work social services law enforcement or closely related field.
- And the additional requirements listed below.
- Equivalent combination of qualifying education and/or experience totaling five years.
- And the additional requirements listed below.
- Making field visits.
- Preparing written correspondence reports and/or documents.
- Assessing cases and making recommendations.
- Referring people to appropriate resources.
- Presenting cases in court or hearings.
- Completing assessments of risk factors.
- Designing monitoring and/or facilitating treatment plans.
- Determining and making referrals to resources as appropriate (chemical dependency substance abuse family counseling job training assistance etc..
- Maintaining official records and tracking supervised individuals/residents progress and compliance.
- Assisting supervised individuals/residents who are unable to independently access support systems or community resources such as those providing food clothing or monetary assistance and shelter.
- Making sound case management decisions under stressful conditions and to understand and interpret detailed legal documents accurately.
- Using computer and software to enter retrieve and store data.
- Managing caseloads with conflicting priorities.
- Identifying communitybased resources for treatment and programming to help supervised individuals/residents meet their needs.
- Communicating clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with program participants staff at all levels within the agency and with a broad range of system and communitybased external stakeholder organizations.
- Work independently and in close collaboration with system and communitybased stakeholders.
- 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.
- Successfully complete within mandated timeframes employee orientation and all other mandatory annual inservice and other required training.
- Become familiar and comply with all department policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
- Successfully complete the Firearms Academy and Control/Impedance Tactics (CIT) training within prescribed timeframes. This requirement includes:
- Maintaining eligibility to possess and use a firearm under federal and state laws.
- Maintaining qualifications per department training standards with departmentissued firearms and with Intermediate Force options (e.g. OC pepper spray or electronic immobilization devices).
- Maintaining CIT qualifications.
- Completing all agency requalification training and an annual criminal history clearance to remain armed.
Supplemental Information
Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race creed color national origin sex marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age honorably discharged veteran veteran status genetic information or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
VisitMission & Vision Washington State Department of Corrections for more information about our agency.
IMPORTANT NOTES:- The hiring process and required training for each position within DOC can vary. Click here for more information.
- References:A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance technical skills and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references include nonrelated professionals such as educators or other professional associates. Within your online application (or attachment) you must include a minimum of three professional references with a valid email and phone number for each. Current/recent supervisors are preferred. Make sure youcomplete the following fields for each reference:
- First and Last name
- Title (include their relationship to you for example: Field Administrator former supervisor)
- Phone
- Address Line 1 (list the name of the organization where you worked with the reference)
- DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirementsfor the federal employment eligibility verification form I9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. does not use EVerify:We are not able to extend STEMOptional Practice Training (OPT). For information please visit .
- Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United Statesmust have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from and . Until this documentation is provided you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
- Employment eligibility verification requirements:DOC complies with the requirements for the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
- A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- You may work directly with or near individuals who have committed a crimein a potentially hazardous setting. Consider this when deciding to apply.
- Preemployment Drug Test: We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcoholfree work environment and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A preemployment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process; applicants who test positive for any controlled substances may be disqualified from consideration.
- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of selfdefense and/or deescalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
- Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time an offer of employment is made. The salary listed in the job posting includes Steps AM. Step M is a longevity step and is typically gained six years after being assigned to Step L in your permanent salary range.
- Represented Position: This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
- Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other (permanent or nonpermanent) positions within 60 days after the listed position(s) have been filled.
Telework Details
This position may be allocated for telework for up to one day each week. If approved work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hot spot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner; to take proper care of all stateissued equipment; and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite.Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a drop in area available however a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility may not be provided.
What We Offer
As an employee of the Department of Corrections your worklife integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides a generous retirement plan and a comprehensive family insurance for medical dental and vision these perks also may include:- Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
- Up to 25 paid vacation days a year in accordance with the CBA
- 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement options for public safety employees:
- PSERS: Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position they will retire under two different systems/plans. For more information please contact the Department of Retirement System (DRS) at.
- PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information check out the Department of Retirement Systems website.
- Visit our benefits page to see more!
For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Recruiter at or. Make sure you reference the requisition/job # listed above it begins with 2025.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
