Correctional Officer 1 CO2 Washington Corrections Center
Correctional Officer 1 CO2 Washington Corrections Center
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Correctional Officer 1 (CO2 Washington Corrections Center
Full time and OnCall positions available
Washington Corrections Center/WCC/Shelton WA
SAVE THE DATE!
Qualified candidates will be invited to inperson interviews
Date: 5/15
Successful candidates for this recruitment would attend the earliest Training Academy available.
About Prison Facilities:
The Washington legislature has established a comprehensive system of corrections for convicted law violators within the state of Washington to accomplish a primary objective of ensuring public safety. The system is designed and managed to provide the maximum feasible safety for the persons and property of the general public the staff and the inmates RCW 72.09.010.
The Department of Corrections (DOC) has 11 prison facilities withcustody levels ranging from minimum to maximum security.
Salary Information:
Corrections & Custody Officer 1 (TEAMSTERS Range 45 Step JM)- Fulltime $5710 $6150
- Oncall/Hourly $32.82 $35.34
Corrections & Custody Officer 2: (TEAMSTERS Range 48 Step HM)
- Fulltime $5855 $6623
- Oncall/Hourly $33.65 $38.06
To qualify at the Corrections and Custody Officer 2 (CO2 level you must meet the following qualifications:
- One year of experience as a Department of Corrections (DOC) Corrections and Custody Officer which includes successful completion of the CORE (Academy) and the Correctional Officer Field Training Program.
OR
- One year of experience as a Correctional Officer in adult or juvenile corrections where security functions equivalent to a DOC Corrections and Security Officer 2 were performed.
OnCall Positions
Oncall staff may have the opportunity to work an average of 3240 hours per week although the positions have no minimum hour guarantee. Incumbents will be required to attend 6 weeks of fulltime paid training immediately upon hire and will be considered for full time permanent and/or temporary vacancies as they occur. All correctional officers including those in oncall positions are provided with a benefits package including medical dental vision and retirement as well as paid sick leave holiday pay and paid vacation; provided they work at least 20 hours or more each week.
Please note: if you recently applied to this location within the last 90days no need to reapply.
Facility information:
The Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking highly motivated and talented individuals for the positions of Correctional Officer 1 and/or 2 at the Washington Corrections Center (WCC) in Shelton WA. WCC is staffed 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Custody Level:Medium Close & Maximum
Washington Corrections Center (WCC) is located 35 miles west of Olympia the state capital. WCC is the Reception and Diagnostic Center a closecustody facility with the primary responsibility to process test and classify all adult male felons sentenced to prison in Washington State. The facility has eight living units and houses 1500 offenders. There are about 600 offenders screened and assessed each month. WCC is also the major hub for transfer of offenders to and from facilities throughout the state.
To learn more click on the link:Washington Corrections Center (WCC) Washington State Department of Corrections
Whether the work is inside a prison in community corrections or in an administrative office the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all incarcerated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.
Click here to learn more about the Correctional Officer hiring process.
Duties
This job class is designated as intraining. The employee will advance to CO2 after satisfactory completion of the CO1 training requirements.
In an adult correctional facility Correctional Officers provide safety and security and assist in controlling directing and monitoring the activities and movement of incarcerated individuals. This includes maintaining security of the institution and controlling movement into out of and within the institution in accordance with established department methods and procedures.
Correctional Officers are expected to be a positive role model and work with the incarcerated individuals to help them become productive members of society from the day they arrive under supervision. Correctional Officers use interpersonal skills and good communication skills to correct and counteract criminal thinking while maintaining safe confinement environments for the individuals to pursue a successful reentry into communities. The successful candidates for Correctional Officer 1 will possess creative thinking selfconfidence strong rolemodeling and good physical and mental conditioning.
Overtime is an essential function of this position.
Correctional Officers must successfully complete Correctional Worker Core (CWC) a sixweek academy for all correctional workers employed in DOC prison facilities. We know that managing difficult people takes more than force. It takes observation knowledge skills and continual practice. Every DOC employee is provided with initial training designed to help assure safe working conditions and will continue to get onthejob training throughout their employment.
Click here to learn more about Training & Development at DOC.Qualifications
Graduation from high school or GED
Valid Drivers license
The legal (Constitutional) right to carry a firearm
Note: Preemployment process includes drug testing and psychological evaluation.
To qualify at the Corrections and Custody Officer 2 (CO2 level you must meet the following qualifications:
- One year of experience as a Department of Corrections (DOC) Corrections and Custody Officer which includes successful completion of the CORE (Academy) and the Correctional Officer Field Training Program.
- One year of experience as a Correctional Officer in adult or juvenile corrections where security functions equivalent to a DOC Corrections and Security Officer 2 were performed.
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.
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Important Notes:
- DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification 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. does not use EVerify; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEMOptional Practice Training (OPT). For information please .
- Please include a minimum of three 3 professional references with your application. 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 please include nonrelated professionals such as educators or other professional associates.
- Email address and phone numbers are required for all professional references.
- The work of a Correctional Officer and the required training can be physically demanding at times. Click here to review a description of the training youll receive and the associated requirements.
- Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. 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.
- Employees may work directly with or in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
- 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 will be administered as part of the selection process andapplicants who test positive for any controlled substances will 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.
- Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
- Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate will be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result further information testing and treatment may also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
- This position is included in a union shop.
- Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made. The salary range 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.
- Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire fit testing training and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer toWAC 296842to learn more.
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 comprehensive family insurance for medical dental and vision these perks also may include:
- Up to 25 paid vacation days a year
- 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
- 12 paid holidays a year
- Generous retirement plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Deferred Compensation
- Visit ourbenefits page to see more!
We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:
- Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.
- Work effectively with people of different perspectives abilities disabilities races religions ages lifestyle preferences and social ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
- Respectfully acknowledge peoples differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
- Promote inclusiveness.
- Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
- Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.
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.
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 may retire under two different systems/plans:- 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 actually retire under two different systems/plans. For more information please contact the Department of Retirement System at:.
Or
- 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 theDepartment of Retirement Systems web site.
For questions about this recruitmentor to request reasonable accommodation in the application process please email: or call.
For TTY service please call the Washington Relay Service at 711 or
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Gig
