Community Corrections Officer 3 - INTERNAL - Everett

State of Washington • Everett, WA

39d • $6,043 - $8,123 • Onsite

About The Position

Our agency is looking to INTERNALLY fill a full-time, non-permanent Community Corrections Officer 3 (CCO3) position within the Community Corrections Division. This position works for the Everett Field Office 225 located at 8625 Evergreen Way, Everett, WA 98208. This non-permanent appointment is expected to last four to six months. CCO3s work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and contribute to the agency's mission by improving public safety. As a lead CCO, this position provides training and coaching to other CCOs. Shift hours: 0800-1700 Monday-Friday. We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service and are committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our community and our agency. If you have a passion for service - review, decide, and apply!

Requirements

• Armed staff must have the ability to carry and properly utilize a department-issued firearm.
• Note: Staff who do not qualify for legacy status under the provisions for arming are required to be armed and must be willing and able to possess and use a firearm under federal and state law; maintain firearm qualifications; and successfully complete ongoing training requirements associated with mandatory arming and potential use of force.
• Must possess and maintain an unrestricted vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Washington.
• Must have the willingness and ability to work with individuals with criminal backgrounds and anti-social behaviors; review graphic materials; and to remain objective when dealing with individuals under supervision.
• Two years as a Community Corrections Officer within the Washington State Department of Corrections.
• Bachelor's degree from a college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the US Department of Education, or foreign equivalent.
• And three years of professional work experience in adult or juvenile corrections, counseling, social work, social service, or law enforcement or closely related field which includes at least three of the following:
• Making field visits
• Preparing written correspondence, reports, and/or documents.
• Assessing cases and making recommendations
• Referring people to appropriate resources
• Presenting cases in court or hearings.
• Equivalent combination of qualifying experience and education totaling seven years.

Nice To Haves

• Community Relationships: Participates in the formation and maintenance of successful relationships with criminal justice partners and community resources.
• Observation: Observes and strategizes personal action based on environmental conditions and human behavior.
• Stress Tolerance: Remains calm and rational while handling difficult situations to include, but not limited to volatile, threatening, or other crisis/emergency situations. Expertly intervenes in response to threats.
• Professional Standards: Knows and applies relevant law, policy, procedure and practice. Adheres to productivity standards and timelines established by law and policy. Identifies own training needs and proactively seeks training opportunities.
• Adaptability: Incorporates new information into an existing framework of understanding. Accepts change and supports the Agency through changes in law, policy, and procedure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise individuals who have committed a crime and have been ordered to supervision in the community in accordance with Washington State law, Interstate Compact Rules/Regulations, and agency policy within prescribed timeframes.
• Engage with supervised individuals (S/Is) to work towards positive change.
• Enforce supervision conditions and the law.
• Lead other Community Corrections Officers.
• Act as the Unit Duty Officer.
• Other duties as assigned or necessary.

Benefits

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year, in accordance with the CBA
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation
• PERS: State employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer-contributed retirement programs within PERS. For additional information, refer to the Department of Retirement Systems or call 800-547-6657.
• PSERS: Many positions within DOC are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a PERS-eligible position to a PSERS-eligible position, they will retire under two different systems/plans. Contact DRS for more information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees