Correctional Sergeant - OCC

State of Washington; Forks (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington's Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Sergeant at Olympic Corrections Center in Forks, WA. This role directs lower-level staff to maintain safety, security and order, focusing on movement control and adherence to procedures.

The position emphasizes leadership, staff development, and effective communication with incarcerated individuals, staff, and visitors. Candidates should demonstrate scheduling, de-escalation, and policy-application abilities for daily

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in corrections or security settings.
• Ability to plan, supervise staff, and manage fluctuating workloads.
• Strong de-escalation, communication, and rule-enforcement skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign, and review the work of staff, adjusting assignments to maintain adequate staffing.
• Provide on-the-job training and monitor training completion for in-training officers.
• Evaluate employee performance and prepare appraisals.
• Resolve staff issues and counsel employees in work-related activities and career development.
• Ensure security of the institution and control movement in accordance with procedures.
• Use de-escalation skills in tense situations.
• Advise incarcerated individuals on rules, programs and behavior standards.
• Communicate effectively with inmates, staff and visitors in routine and emergent situations.

Job description

Full Time - Permanent

This posting may be used to fill multiple permanent and non-permanent positions.

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Correctional Sergeant at Olympic Corrections Center.

Location

Forks, WA

Description

Olympic Corrections Center is a 381‑bed male facility located near the Hoh Rainforest. This facility houses minimum custody incarcerated individuals and offers treatment, work, and vocational programs to help ready incarcerated individuals to transition back into the community. OCC also has outside work crews to serve the community as well as fire crews that work alongside Department of Natural Resources employees.

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.

We are looking for clear evidence in your materials that you possess the leadership experience, skills, and abilities required for this position.

A Completed Application Packet Will Include

• A detailed resume
• A cover letter regarding your interest in this position
• Three professional references

Duties

The Correctional Sergeant (Corrections and Custody Officer 3) position promotes safety and security by directing lower-level staff in controlling, directing, and monitoring the activities and movement of adult incarcerated individuals. By maintaining security of the institution and controlling movement into, out of, and within the institution in accordance with established department methods and procedures, the Corrections and Custody Officer 3 ensures the safety of incarcerated individuals, staff and the public. Key duties of the correctional sergeant include:

• Plan, assign, and review the work of staff, adjusting assignments and schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels and respond to fluctuating workloads.
• Provide on-the-job training and monitor completion of the on-the-job training requirements of in-training Corrections and Custody Officers. Serve as a positive role model for other officers.
• Evaluate employee performance and prepare performance appraisals.
• Resolve staff issues, recognize employees, and counsel employees in work-related activities and career development.
• Ensure security of institution and control movement into, out of, and within the institution in accordance with established department methods and procedures.
• Use appropriate de-escalation skills.
• Advise incarcerated individuals concerning rules, regulations, procedures, institution programs, policies, and behavior standards.
• Effectively communicate with incarcerated individuals, staff and visitors in routine and emergent situations.
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