Tacoma CCO2: Safely Reintegrate & Supervise Communities

Washington State Department of Correction; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation (CBA dependent)

Excellent retirement benefits

Training and in-training plan

Job summary

Washington State Department of Corrections is hiring a Community Corrections Officer 2 (or CCO1 in-training) for the Pierce County Special Needs Unit in Tacoma. The role supports supervision, risk assessment, and collaboration with mental health providers to promote safe community reentry.

Shift is 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday. Qualifications include a valid driver’s license and the ability to carry a firearm; a background in corrections or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus four years of qualifying experience.
• Ability to carry and properly utilize a department-issued firearm.
• Unrestricted vehicle operator’s license valid in Washington state.
• Willingness to work with individuals with criminal backgrounds and anti-social behaviors.
• Demonstrated ability in three or more: written communication, critical thinking, analytical reasoning, conflict resolution, situational awareness, problem solving, independent work, and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations, searches, issue warrants, and make arrests.
• Complete intake and administer assessments (risk, needs, substance abuse).
• Manage electronic and hardcopy files and reports.
• Engage with individuals supervised to promote positive change using motivational interviewing.

Skills

Written communication

Critical thinking

Analytical reasoning

Conflict resolution

Situational awareness

Problem solving

Work independently

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent combination

Job description

Washington State Department of Corrections is hiring a Community Corrections Officer 2 (or CCO1 in-training) for the Pierce County Special Needs Unit in Tacoma. The role supports supervision, risk assessment, and collaboration with mental health providers to promote safe community reentry.

Shift is 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday. Qualifications include a valid driver’s license and the ability to carry a firearm; a background in corrections or related field is preferred.