Community Corrections Officer 3 | Reentry Seattle

State of Washington; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Washington is hiring a full-time Community Corrections Officer 3 for the Reynolds Reentry Center in Seattle. This role involves supervising residents, ensuring their successful transition into the community, and requires the ability to carry a firearm. Candidates should possess relevant experience or education and demonstrate a commitment to public service.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Comprehensive compensation packages

Training and development opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience as a Community Corrections Officer in Washington State or equivalent education.
• Must be willing and able to carry a firearm and complete ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise adults at a Reentry Center, conducting assessments and maintaining resident files.
• Engage with residents using communication strategies and enforce supervision protocols.

Skills

Community relationships

Observation skills

Stress tolerance

Professional standards

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Associate’s degree

Job description

Department of Corrections

Community Corrections Officer 3 (Non-permanent)

Reynolds Reentry Center | Seattle, WA

Reentry Division

This recruitment has been reopened to broaden the applicant pool and may be used to fill future permanent vacancies.

Our agency is hiring a full-time, non-permanent Community Corrections Officer 3 within the Reentry Division, based at Reynolds Reentry Center in Seattle, WA. The working hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

*Employees assigned to a permanent duty station in King County will receive a 5% premium pay calculated from their base salary.

*Our agency offers a free ORCA card to all employees whose permanent duty station is in King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties.

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 with internal and external stakeholders, contributes to this mission by supporting the effective supervision and accountability of reentry center residents, helping them transition successfully into the community.

This role involves arrest authority, and staff not covered under legacy provisions for arming are required to be armed and able to carry a department-issued firearm.

We seek team members who share our vision of public service and are committed to an inclusive culture that fosters excellence, innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better community and agency outcomes. If you're passionate about service, review, decide, and apply!

The complete application packet must include:

1. Cover letter expressing your interest
2. Detailed chronological resume
3. Three professional references with valid contact information
4. Copy of unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

Incomplete applications may disqualify you from the process.

For more about the Reentry Division, visit our webpage.

Our mission is to improve public safety by positively changing lives. With over 8,000 employees, we recognize staff as our greatest asset, and our efforts have received national recognition. Whether inside prisons, in the field, or in offices, DOC staff find personal reward in creating environments where incarcerated individuals learn to make choices contributing to safer communities.

DOC Offers:

• Flexible schedules
• Comprehensive compensation packages
• Training and development opportunities
• The fulfillment of public service

Responsibilities include supervision of adults at a Reentry Center, including:

• Reviewing resident information and needs
• Conducting PREA screening within 72 hours
• Completing intake and assessments
• Making decisions on resident obligations and referrals
• Maintaining resident files
• Reviewing and updating resident plans
• Conducting searches and collateral contacts

Engagement with residents involves:

• Using communication strategies like Motivational Interviewing
• Applying principles of effective interventions
• Making referrals and supporting resident change

Enforcing supervision and law:

• Armed staff must follow protocols for firearm handling
• Documenting and testifying on violations
• Transporting residents and collecting evidence
• Issuing warrants and making arrests

Additional duties include attending training, acting as a center manager designee, and other assigned tasks.

Qualifications:

• Two years’ experience as a Community Corrections Officer in Washington State OR
• Bachelor’s degree plus three years’ related experience OR
• Equivalent experience and education totaling seven years

A master’s degree can substitute for five years of experience; an associate’s degree for two years.

Staff must be willing and able to carry a firearm, maintain qualifications, and complete ongoing training.

Competencies include:

• Community relationships
• Observation skills
• Stress tolerance
• Professional standards
• Adaptability

Our vision is working together for safer communities, and our mission is improving public safety by positively changing lives. We are committed to operating a safe, humane system and partnering to transform lives.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on various protected categories.

Additional Notes:

• Provide three professional references with contact details.
• A background check will be conducted.
• Work may involve exposure to hazardous settings, including working with incarcerated individuals.
• Pre-employment drug testing may be required.
• Some positions involve exposure to OC pepper spray and animal care environments; ask about exposure levels if sensitive.
• TB testing may be required.

Benefits include:

• Flexible schedules
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plans
• Other benefits listed on our benefits page

This position is eligible for the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). For more information, contact the Department of Retirement Systems.

Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. is required on the first day of employment. We do not use E-Verify and do not extend STEM-OPT benefits.

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