Corrections & Custody Officer 2 - Transport (Internal Only)

Washington State Health Care Authority; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote options

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement plan

FSA

Dep Care

Deferred compensation

Job summary

Department of Corrections (DOC) in Everett, WA, seeks two non-permanent Corrections and Custody Officer 2 (CO2) roles in the Transportation Unit. Positions run 12 months, Monday–Friday 7:00 am–3:00 pm, with scheduling per unit needs, located in Everett.

Requirements include at least one year as a DOC Corrections and Custody Officer, a valid driver’s license, firearms qualifications and use-of-force certifications, respirator requirements, and the ability to de‑escalate and communicate

Qualifications

• At least one (1) year experience as a DOC Corrections and Custody Officer, including successful completion of the Correctional Officer training plan.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
• Carry a firearm, Taser, OC, and wear a protective vest while on duty.
• Must wear a respirator and remain clean shaven in the respirator fit area with medical clearance.
• Must have firearms qualifications and use of force equipment certifications.
• Must be lawfully able to possess a firearm.
• Use control and impedance tactics as needed to control a resistive individual.

Responsibilities

• Transport offenders, in custody and out of custody, with and without restraints.
• Verify offender identity and destination prior to transports and releases.
• Pat-search and restrain as needed; secure inventory of personal property.
• Seize dangerous items and contraband; search vehicles for contraband.
• Monitor offender activities and movement; complete transport documentation.
• Arrange repairs with vehicle maintenance shops and drive safely following traffic laws.
• Apply professional authority and de-escalation techniques; communicate with offenders and staff.
• Assist in booking/release processes and coordinate with jail/prison staff.
• Complete administrative duties and incident/disciplinary reports.

Job description

Corrections and Custody Officer 2

*Internal Appointment Only*

Non-Permanent - 12 Months Expected

Comprehensive Case Management Unit (CCM)

Capacity & Transportation (Statewide Transportation)

Everett, WA

The Department of Corrections (DOC) has two, non-permanent, full time Corrections and Custody Officer 2 (CO2) - Transport openings available in the Transportation Unit. These positions are located in Everett, WA. These openings are only available to current DOC employees. These positions are expected to last 12 months, The work schedule for these positions is Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Work hours are determined by unit needs and are at the discretion of the unit supervisor. If you are currently working an alternate work schedule, please be aware that these positions may not be able to honor that schedule. For questions, please contact the Human Resource Office.

This position contributes to the Department of Corrections (DOC) mission to improve public safety by securely, safely, and humanely transporting incarcerated and/or supervised male and female individuals to and from prison facilities, work release facilities, field offices, jails, and other secure holding facilities (including out-of-state locations) as directed by the Department and/or other criminal justice partners.

Conduct transports, monitor individuals' behavior, and assist in controlling and directing individuals (up to and including use of appropriate force options) during transportation activities.

• Transport of male and female offenders, in custody and out of custody, both restrained and unrestrained.
• Verify offender identity and destination prior to beginning transports and releases.
• Securely pat search and restrain in-custody offenders prior to transporting to secure environments (i.e. jails or prison facilities).
• Securely pat search offenders not in custody prior to transporting.
• Follow universal precautions when conducting offender searches/transports.
• Document and secure inventory of offender personal property when applicable.
• Seize dangerous items, evidence, contraband and controlled or unauthorized substances.
• Search transport vehicles for contraband prior to transporting offenders.
• Monitor offender activities and movement during entire transport process.
• Complete necessary documentation prior to, during, and after each transport.
• Monitor transport vehicles for routine maintenance needs and mechanical defects.
• Arrange and facilitate repairs with vehicle maintenance shops.
• Drive in a safe manner to and from each location obeying all traffic laws.

Apply appropriate, constructive, and professional authority.

• Effectively and professionally communicate with offenders and staff in all types of situations.
• Use appropriate de-escalation skills during stressful and potentially dangerous situations.
• Advise offenders concerning rules and regulations and provide clear direction.
• Work collaboratively with jail and prison staff.
• Follow individual facility rules and directives regarding booking/release processes.

Administrative duties

• Brief Supervisor/Duty Officer on pertinent information to make aware of current and potential situations that may require action.
• Track/log all transports of offenders per local practice.
• Write incident reports or disciplinary reports detailing individuals' behavior and violations of rules and regulations.

Other duties as assigned

Required:

• At least one (1) year experience as a DOC Corrections and Custody Officer, which included successful completion of the Correctional Officer training plan.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
• Carry a firearm, Taser, OC, and other related equipment and wear a protective vest while on duty.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear a respirator. Incumbent must remain clean shaven in the area of the respirator fit and have medical clearance to wear a respirator.
• Must have and maintain firearms qualifications and use of force equipment certifications.
• Must be lawfully able to possess a firearm.
• Use control and impedance tactics as needed to control a resistive individual

Core Competencies for All Employees

All staff entering into employment with the Department of Corrections must possess the following competencies at the time of hire: Safety, Treats Others with Respect and Courtesy, Dependability, Accountability, Judgement and Problem Solving, Leadership, Communication, Relationship Building, Ethos and Integrity, and Embracing Diversity and Cultural Differences.

The mission of DOC is Improving public safety by positively changing lives

For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.

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, genders, sexual orientations, and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.-Respectfully acknowledge people’s differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.-Promote inclusiveness.-Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.-Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

What we offer

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (dependent on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 11 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

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.

The DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility 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 that form on the first day of employment.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Alaina Olson, Human Resource Consultant, at [e-mail]. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.