Community Corrections Officer 2 (Or CCO1) - Special Needs Unit - Spokane

State of Washington • Spokane County – Spokane, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking to fill a full-time, non-permanent Community Corrections Officer 2 (CCO2) position within the Community Corrections Division in Spokane, WA. This position is part of the Spokane Special Needs Unit (SNU) and is expected to last approximately three months, with a possibility of extension up to twelve months. The SNU supervises individuals with serious mental illness, including those found Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity, Special Finding of Violent Felony cases, and those sentenced to the Mental Health Sentencing Alternative involved with the Spokane Mental Health Court or designated as Reentry Community Supervision Program individuals. This unit collaborates closely with community mental health providers. Depending on qualifications, the role may be filled at the CCO1 or CCO2 level. The CCO2 (or CCO1 In-training) will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support the effective supervision and accountability of individuals under agency jurisdiction, focusing on accountability and intervention to promote safe reentry into the community. The department's mission is to improve public safety by positively changing lives, and they are looking for candidates committed to public service, equity, inclusion, and excellence.

Requirements

• Ability to carry and properly utilize a department-issued firearm.
• Possess and maintain an unrestricted vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Washington.
• Willingness and ability to work with individuals with criminal backgrounds and anti-social behaviors; review graphic materials; and remain objective when dealing with individuals under supervision.
• Demonstrated ability through college-level coursework or experience in three or more of the following: Written Communication skills, Critical Thinking, Analytical Reasoning, Conflict Resolution, Situational Awareness, Problem Solving, Organizational Skill, Work independently, Flexibility.
• For CCO1: High school diploma or GED equivalent AND at least four years of qualifying experience OR Associate or technical degree from an accredited institution AND two years of qualifying experience OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and/or experience totaling four years.
• For CCO2: One year experience as a Community Corrections Officer (CCO) within the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) OR Associate or technical degree from a recognized college or educational institution AND three years of the professional work experience OR Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or institution AND one year of the professional work experience OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and/or professional work experience totaling five years.
• Complete a felony disclosure form prior to employment and submit to a criminal background check.
• Complete and pass the psychological screening (Battery Exam and Psychological Interview/Evaluation).
• Submit to drug testing in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement and agency policy.
• Successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service, and other required training.
• Become familiar and comply with all department policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements, as applicable.
• Successfully complete the Firearms Academy and Control/Impedance Tactics (CIT) training within prescribed timeframes.
• Maintaining eligibility to possess and use a firearm under federal and state laws.
• Maintaining qualifications per department training standards with department-issued firearms and with Intermediate Force options (e.g., OC ‘pepper’ spray or electronic immobilization devices).
• Maintaining CIT qualifications.
• Completing all agency requalification training and an annual criminal history clearance to remain armed.

Nice To Haves

• For CCO2: One year experience as a Community Corrections Officer (CCO) within the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC).
• For CCO2: Associate or technical degree from a recognized college or educational institution AND three years of the professional work experience.
• For CCO2: Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or institution AND one year of the professional work experience.
• For CCO2: An equivalent combination of qualifying education and/or professional work experience totaling five years.

Responsibilities

• Supervise criminal S/Is (supervised individuals) ordered to supervision in the community in accordance with Washington State law, Interstate Compact Rules/Regulations, and agency policy and within prescribed timeframes.
• Conduct investigations, searches, issue warrants, and make arrests.
• Complete intake.
• Administer assessments (risk, needs, substance abuse).
• Manage electronic and hardcopy files and reports.
• Engage with S/Is to work towards positive change by using communication strategies, Motivational Interviewing, and Principles of Effective Interventions.
• Enforce supervision conditions and the law.
• Present accurate written documentation and oral testimony and make appropriate sanction recommendations for courts and/or hearings.
• Identify, collect, document, process, and maintain evidence and information, ensuring proper chain of custody and storage.
• Exercise sound judgment and follow Department policies, procedures, and protocols regarding the appropriate maintenance, security, handling, and discharge of department-issued firearms.
• Ensure proper safety and security measures are in place while armed and having S/I contact outside of the office environment to include wearing a safety vest as outlined in policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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
• Twelve 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)
• Retirement plan (PERS or PSERS)
• Comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED