Community Corrections Officer 3 - REENTRY Longview

State of Washington; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Washington is hiring a Community Corrections Officer 3 for its Reentry Division. This full-time role involves supervising adults in partial confinement, ensuring compliance with reentry guidelines, and facilitating positive change in residents' lives. The position requires a strong background in corrections or social work, and offers a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Generous vacation and leave accrual

Comprehensive family insurance

Retirement benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• Requires 2 years as Community Corrections Officer or 3 years in related fields.
• Must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated competency in community relationships and observation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise residents in a Reentry Center per Washington State Law.
• Conduct screenings and intake for new residents.
• Enforce placement conditions and manage inmate behavior.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Decision Making

Crisis Intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree

Community Corrections experience

Relevant master's degree

Job description

Community Corrections Officer 3 - REENTRY Longview

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Salary Range: $5,362 - $7,207

Salary range does not reflect 7/1/2025 increase

Our agency is looking to hire a full-time non-permanent Community Corrections Officer 3 within the Reentry Division. This position is based at Longview Reentry Center in Longview, WA. The working schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Description

DOC INTERNAL RECRUITMENT

Community Corrections Officer 3

Non-Permanent

Longview, WA

Salary Range: $5,362 - $7,207

Salary range does not reflect 7/1/2025 increase

Our agency is looking to hire a full-time non-permanent Community Corrections Officer 3 within the Reentry Division. This position is based at Longview Reentry Center in Longview, WA. The working schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Mission of the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

The Community Corrections Officer 3, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, contributes to the agency’s mission to improve public safety by positively changing lives by supporting the effective supervision and accountability of reentry center residents under agency jurisdiction.

Supervision efforts will focus on resident's accountability and intervention therein upholding the Reentry purpose statement of providing individuals with focused opportunities for success to successfully transition into the community thereby supporting a safe and successful reentry into the community. This position has arrest authority and staff who are not covered under the legacy provisions for arming are required to be armed and able to carry a department-issued firearm.

A Completed Application Packet Will Include:

• A cover letter regarding your interest for this position with our agency
• A detailed resume
• Three (3) Professional References (to include valid contact phone number and email address for each)
• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)
  
  

Duties

We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.

As a Community Corrections Officer 3, some of your duties will include:

Supervise adults placed in partial confinement at a Reentry Center in accordance with Washington State Law and agency policy and within prescribed timeframes

• Review all available information for each arriving resident; determine the resident’s documentation and initial programming needs.
• Conduct PREA screening within 72 hours of arrival; document in OMNI and in tracking sheet.
• Complete intake with residents to orient them to reentry center rules and processes.
• Administer assessments such as risk, needs, and substance abuse.
• Make sound decisions concerning resident’s financial obligations, loss of liberty, sanctions (negotiated, stipulated, etc.), resident living arrangements, and treatment and education referrals.
• Navigate within and maintain multiple electronic and hardcopy resident files
• Review and update resident plans and programming needs
• Conduct searches of residents, resident residences, and /or motor vehicles and other collateral locations
• Complete resident collateral contacts (e.g., field visits) as required by agency policy
  
  

Engage with residents to work towards positive change

• Use communication strategies, such as Motivational Interviewing to enhance the resident’s intrinsic motivation to change
• Use Principles of Effective Interventions to interact with residents and to manage behavior (such as effective interpersonal relationships, effective reinforcement, effective disapproval, effective use of authority, cognitive re-structuring, modeling, structural learning/skill building, and problem- solving techniques) and complete Behavior Observation Entries
• Make referrals to resident change interventions based on risk need assessment and review progress reports regarding resident participation to support the resident
• Counsel and inform residents regarding community resources
  
  

Enforce supervision/placement conditions and the law

• Staff not covered under legacy provisions, are required to be armed and able to carry a department-issued firearm
• Present accurate written documentation and oral testimony and make appropriate sanction recommendations for courts and /or hearings
• Transport resident to an incarceration facility or other designated area
• Identify, collect, document, process, and maintain evidence and information, ensuring proper chain of custody and storage
• Collect, test, evaluate, document, and maintain resident urine samples
• Conduct, evaluate, and document breathalyzer tests
• Issue and serve warrants
• Arrest resident in the reentry center, at their homes, employment sites, or other collateral locations in a safe manner for supervision violations and new law violations
• Investigate and respond to infractions/violations
• Investigate and respond to new law violations that occur in the presence of the CCO and take follow-up actions
• While armed, exercise sound judgment and follow Department policies, procedures and protocols regarding the appropriate maintenance, security, handling, and discharge of Department issued firearms
• Write detailed reports on new law violations and supervision violations
• Testify during trial/court hearings
• Partner with various law enforcement agencies on an as needed or requested basis
  
  

Attend and complete mandatory training and meetings as scheduled

Act as the reentry center manager designee when authorized and in accordance with agency policy

Other Duties as assigned and necessary

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ experience as a Community Corrections Officer within the Washington State Department of Corrections.
  
  

OR

• A bachelor’s 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 three (3) years of professional work experience in adult or juvenile corrections, counseling, social work, social service, or law enforcement or closely related field which includes at least three (3) 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.
  

OR

• Equivalent combination of qualifying experience and education totaling seven (7) years.
• A master’s degree in sociology, social work, psychology, criminology, or closely related field will substitute for five (5) years of qualifying experience.
• An associates degree will substitute for two (2) years of qualifying experience.
  
  

AND

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 laws, maintain firearm qualifications, and successfully complete ongoing training requirements associated with mandatory arming and potential use of force.

In Addition To The Above, This Position Requires Demonstrated Competency In The Following Areas (competency May Be Gained Through Education, Experience, Or a Combination Thereof):

• Community Relationships - Participates in the formation and maintenance of successful relationships with criminal justice partners and community resources.
• Observation - Observes and strategizes personal action based on environmental conditions and human behavior.
• Stress Tolerance - Remains calm and rational while handling difficult situations to include, but not limited to, volatile, threatening, or other crisis/emergency situations. Expertly intervenes in response to threats.
• Professional Standards - Knows and applies relevant law, policy, procedure, and practice. Adheres to productivity standards and timelines established by law and policy. Assist in identifying training needs and proactively seeks training opportunities.
• Adaptability - Incorporates new information into an existing framework of understanding. Accepts change and supports the Agency through changes in law, policy, and procedure.
  
  

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.

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.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• 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.
• 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, or A-U if a registered nurse (RN). Within your permanent salary range, step M (or step U if an RN) is a longevity step, it is typically gained six years after being assigned to step L (or step T if an RN).
• 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.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure you could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within sixty days of the date of hire. If the test result is positive, further information, testing, and treatment will be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• 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 you could expect in this position.
• Respiratory protection: This position may require a respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
• 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-9’s 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 States, you may be required to provide a credential evaluation report if your education is used to meet the minimum requirements. Request a report fromwww.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org.
• Represented position: This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
  
  

What We Offer

Your work-life 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 comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, additional perks might include:

• 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
• Eleven 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 Compensation Program (DCP)
• And more! Visit our benefits page for more information.
  
  

Retirement Options - This position is eligible for the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).

• 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 theDepartment of Retirement Systems(DRS) at 800-547-6657.
  
  

For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail] or 360-515-2470.

For TTY service, call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read About Our Benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation

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' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

01

Are you a current DOC employee?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

As stated in the required qualifications for this position, 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 laws, maintain firearm qualifications, and successfully complete ongoing training requirements associated with mandatory arming and potential use of force. Do you have the legal (Constitutional) right to carry a firearm?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you have a valid (unrestricted) WA State Driver's License?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Please Select The Option That Most Accurately Describes Both Your Education And Experience In Adult Or Juvenile Corrections Or Closely Related Field:

• Two (2) years' experience as a Community Corrections Officer within the Washington State Department of Corrections.
• An associates degree AND five (5) years of professional case management* experience in adult or juvenile corrections or closely related field.
• A BA/BS degree from a college whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the US Dept of Education AND three (3) years of professional case management* experience in adult or juvenile corrections or closely related field.
• A master’s degree in sociology, social work, psychology, criminology, or closely related field [will substitute for five (5) years of qualifying experience] AND two (2) years of professional case management* experience in adult or juvenile corrections or closely related field.
• Equivalent combination of qualifying experience and education totaling seven (7) years of experience.
• I do not have the experience listed
  
  

05

If applicable, please describe where you gained your professional experience in adult or juvenile correction or closely related field, including managing cases, making field visits, writing reports, assessing cases and making recommendations, referring people to appropriate resources, and presenting cases in court or hearings. If you do not have this experience, please write N/A.

06

Please briefly explain your experience in the following categories: Integrity, Leadership, Problem Solving, Communication, and Initiative.

07

Did you attach your resume, cover letter, transcripts (if applicable), and at least three (3) professional references to your application?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

If hired for this position, will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment search?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? The attached link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

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