Community Corrections Officer 2 (Or CCO1 In-Training) Spokane

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1. Online application.You must complete the online application including the Work Experience section. Your resume will not substitute for this requirement.
2. Cover letter.Regarding your interest in this position.
3. Resume.Detailed and chronological.
4. Three professional-level 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.
5. 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.
6. Credential evaluation report (if applicable). If your degree was awarded outside the United States and if your qualifying experience is less than four years you must also attach a credential evaluation report. Review the Supplement Information section for more information.

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 department-issued 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.

COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS OFFICER 1 (CCO1) MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have the ability to carry and properly utilize a department-issued 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 anti-social behaviors; review graphic materials; and remain objective when dealing with individuals under supervision.
• Must have the demonstrated ability through college-level coursework or experience in three or more of the following:
  • 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.

• ANDmust have one of the following combinations of qualifying education and/or professional work or volunteer experience in adult or juvenile corrections counseling social work social services law enforcement or closely related field:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent AND at least four years of the qualifying experience listed above.
  • Associate or technical degree from an accredited institution AND two years of the qualifying experience listed above.
  • Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.
  • Or an equivalent combination of qualifying education and/or experiencetotaling four years.

• Must have the ability to carry and properly utilize a department-issued 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 anti-social behaviors; review graphic materials; and remain objective when dealing with individuals under supervision.
• Must have the demonstrated ability through college-level coursework or professional work experience in three or more of the following:
  • 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 community-based 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 community-based external stakeholder organizations.
  • Work independently and in close collaboration with system- and community-based stakeholders.

• ANDmust have one of the following combinations of qualifying education and/or professional work experience in adult or juvenile corrections counseling social work social services law enforcement or closely related field:
  • One year experience as a Community Corrections Officer (CCO) within the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC).
  • Associate or technical degree from a recognized college or educational institution AND three years of the professional work experience listed above.
  • Bachelors degree from a recognized college or institution AND one year of the professional work experience listed above.
  • Or an equivalent combination of qualifying education and/or professional work experiencetotaling five years.

• 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 in-service 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 department-issued 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.

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.

For more information about our agency visit our Mission & Vision.

The WA State Department of Corrections (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.

• This recruitment may be used to fill more than one position.If this position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE)this recruitment may be used to fill additional positions up to sixty days after all listed positions have been filled.
• References:A minimum of three professional references with a valid email and phone number for each is required. Although current and recent supervisors are preferred 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 non-related professionals such as educators or other professional associates. If you are entering your references in the online application (preferred) complete the following fields:
  • First and Last name
  • Title (include their relationship to you for example: Field Administrator former supervisor)
  • Phone
  • Email
  • Address Line 1 (list the name of the references organization)
• Salary is based on skills and abilities that apply to the primary functions of the role and/or years of experience and is decided at the time a final offer of employment is made. The salary range listed in the job posting includes steps A-M. Within a permanent salary range step M is a longevity step it is typically gained six years after being assigned to step L.
• Work with or near incarcerated or supervised individuals:This position may work directly with or near incarcerated or supervised individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Take this into account before applying.
• Background and criminal record history checks will be conducted prior to employment. Information gathered may not preclude employment but it will be considered in determining your suitability for the position.
• Pre-employment drug test: A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment process. Applicants who test positive for a controlled substance may be disqualified from consideration.
• Verification Form I-9:The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of Form I-9s list of acceptable documents. Note: DOC does not use E-Verify. We are not able to partake in STEM Optional Practice Training (OPT).
• Foreign equivalent degrees: If your degree was awarded outside the United Statesyou may be required to provide a credential evaluation report if your education is used to meet the minimum requirements. Request a report from and .
• Represented position: This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

• Fourteen to twenty-five paid vacation days per year depending on years of service and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) if a represented position
• Eight hours of paid sick leave per month
• Twelve paid holidays per year (includes one personal holiday)
• One personal leave day per year (in accordance with the CBA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Deferred CompensationProgram (DCP)
• And more! Visit our benefits page for more information.

• 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 visit the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) or call .
• PSERS: Many positions within DOC are covered by the Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a PERS-eligible position to a PSERS eligible position they will retire under two different systems/plans. Contact DRS for more information.