Correctional Unit Supervisor

State of Washington•Snohomish County – Monroe, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Correctional Unit Supervisor (CUS) at Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) at Monroe, WA. This recruitment is open to Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) permanent employees only. The Department of Corrections, as a partner in the criminal justice system, enhances public safety, administers criminal sanctions and programs in accordance with the law, and provides leadership for the future of corrections in Washington State. The Department consists of the Office of the Secretary, Prisons Division, Community Corrections Division, Administrative Services Division, and Health Services. The Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) is a 2400-bed male all-custody level facility located 30 miles northeast of Seattle. Employing approximately 1200 staff, the complex consists of five major units: the Washington State Reformatory Unit (WSRU), Sky River Treatment Center (SRTC), Twin Rivers Unit (TRU), Intensive Management Unit (IMU), and the Minimum-Security Unit (MSU). Services provided at the Monroe Correctional Complex include custody and security, classification, education, incarcerated work programs, health care (both patient and outpatient), mental health care, sex offense treatment, food service, maintenance, personnel, recreation, volunteer services, religious services, library services, Incarcerated Individual records, visiting and extended family visits. 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. DOC offers: Flexible schedules, Comprehensive compensation packages, Benefits package, Training and development opportunities to continue building your career with us.

Requirements

Possess a valid driver's license.
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and two years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody or community corrections or professional counseling or casework experience.
OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and three years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody or community corrections or professional counseling or casework experience.
OR Satisfactory completion of two years of college (60 credits or 90 quarter credits) and five years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody or community corrections or professional counseling or casework experience
OR HS Diploma/GED Equivalent and six years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody or community corrections or professional counseling or casework experience
Two (2) years of experience as a supervisor. (This experience may be gained concurrently with the required experience above.)
A demonstrated ability to provide positive leadership in times of stress, conflict, and unforeseen events; remain calm and rational while handling difficult situations to include, but not limited to, volatile, threatening, or other crisis/emergency situations; expertly intervene in response to threats.
Corrections experience is defined as the focus of the work is supervising or counseling incarcerated individuals (I/I) a majority of the time.
All college degrees must be from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
IT IS A REQUIREMENT to provide a minimum of three professional references with your application.
The Department of Corrections defines a professional reference as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies.
If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
Failure to provide this information may result in your application not being considered for this position.
Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience section in your application or you may not be considered for this position.
Resumes will not replace the completed "Work Experience" section in your online application.
You may be disqualified if your work experience does not include information used to: 1) Meet the minimum qualifications of the job and 2) back up your answers to the supplemental questions.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Please be sure to answer all supplemental questions and attach all required documents.
Employees may work directly with or near Incarcerated Individuals in a potentially hazardous setting.
We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws.
A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation.
Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs.
Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees.
The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire.
When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required.
Employment is not contingent upon test results.
If this position is included in a Union Shop, employees will be required to become members within thirty (30) days of employment.
Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards.
Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds.
Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
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.

Nice To Haves

A working knowledge of DOC Policies, Revised Code of Washington (RCW's), Washington Administrative Code (WAC's), and facility Operational Memoranda (OM).
A working knowledge and Training towards the goals and visions of the Department of Correction's Washington Way program.
A working knowledge of I/I management and supervision, including behavior management, classification process, sanitation, and security and safety.
Understanding of evidence based I/I programs including the preparation of I/I for transition back into society.
A demonstrated ability to provide positive leadership in times of stress, conflict, and unforeseen events; remain calm and rational while handling difficult situations to include, but not limited to, volatile, threatening, or other crisis/emergency situations; expertly intervene in response to threats.
Supervisory Experience Prior supervisory experience is critical to deliver a full range of services effectively.
The Correctional Unit Supervisor position supervises, monitors, and directs the operations of an Incarcerated Individual living unit to include staff supervision, security practices, incarcerated program assignments, sanitation of units, and compliance with DOC custody policies and operational memoranda.
Duties require the exercise of full command authority in directing all shift operations of the living unit.
Supervision is exercised over subordinate correctional, classification and support services.

Responsibilities

Supervising incarcerated individuals, staff and daily operations of facility living units in accordance with Washington Administrative Code (WAC's), DOC policies and facility Operational Memorandum.
Providing direct supervision and leadership to Classification Counselors, support staff, and Correctional Sergeants who supervise Correctional Officers.
Continuous inspection and review of correctional and security procedures to ensure proper application of directives.
Analyzing operations and recommending solutions to problems and improvements for efficiency and economy; ensuring all sanitation and security requirements are met.
Assisting with the development and implementation of new or updated DOC policies, Operational Memoranda, and facility rules and procedures relating to facility functions and assigned tasks.
Knowledge of Administrative Segregation (Ad Seg), Classification and intake processes.
Supervise, monitor and direct the operations of a facility living unit to include security practices, incarcerated program assignments, sanitation of the units, and compliance with DOC custody polices and operational memoranda.
Direct the security and accountability of incarcerated individuals assigned to the unit.
Administer and facilitate the Facility Risk Management Team / Multidisciplinary Facility Risk Management Team in their review and implementation of classification discussion and recommendations for incarcerated programming, custody levels, and transition planning.
Ensure the living unit sanitation level is consistent with expectations that are mandated by local, State, County and Federal guidelines and local facility standards.
Ensure all safety standards associated with the living unit are consistent with expectations that are mandated by local, State, County and Federal guidelines and local facility standards.
Ensure all maintenance standards associated with the operation of the living unit are requested and completed in a timely manner that minimizes the impact on staff work areas and the incarcerated living conditions.
Ensure inspections/searches of the incarcerated, their property, and living unit, to include program and other areas of the unit, are completed in accordance with established Department policies and procedures.
Plan, direct, and supervise the work of living unit staff, which includes support staff, Counselors, Correctional Officers and Correctional Sergeants.
Establish and prioritize performance expectations for staff utilizing core correctional practices.
Assist with and participate in Incarcerated Individual Programming activities at the Monroe Correctional Complex Twin Rivers Unit.
Conduct timely employee performance evaluations and ensure proper training is provided.
Assess staff individually for career development, personal/professional goals, and provide them with training and/or rotational experiences.
Provide coaching and mentoring to staff and lead by example.
Monitor work performance, investigate and take appropriate corrective or recommend disciplinary action.
Participate in the recruitment process and submit recommendations to hire temporary or permanent staff.
Oversee and/or conduct infraction, Ad Seg and classification hearings.
Ensure all Incarcerated Individual due process rights are afforded and applied in an objective and impartial manner.
Oversee and/or conduct investigations pertaining to allegations of staff misconduct, incarcerated resolutions, tort claims, and administrative segregation placements.
Ensure all persons supervised by this position read and comply with Department policies, Operational Memoranda and Post Orders/manuals.