Correctional Sergeant

Full Job Description

CORRECTIONS AND CUSTODY OFFICER 3 - SERGEANT

MONROE CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX

THIS RECRUITMENT WILL BE USED TO FILL PERMANENT FULL TIME POSITIONS.

The Department of Corrections is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals for the position of Correctional Sergeant at the Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) located in Monroe, WA.The Department of Corrections (DOC), 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, Health Services Division, Communications Department and Risk Management Department.Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) is a 1500 bed male/transgender all-custody level facility located 30 miles northeast of Seattle.

The complex consists of five major units: Washington State Reformatory Unit (WSRU), Twin Rivers, Unit (TRU), Minimum Security Unit (MSU), Sky River Treatment Center (SRTC) a large mental health inpatient treatment unit, and the Intensive Management Unit (IMU).

MCC provides care for the sickest and most complicated patients in our system and is considered the hub of medical and psychiatric care for DOC.

It is located close to University of Washington and Harborview Medical Center.

Requirements

The Correctional Sergeant (Corrections and Custody Officer 3) supervises and assists correctional officers as they perform custody work to ensure the safety and security of an adult correctional facility, unit, incarcerated individuals, staff, and the public. The incumbent will assign posts and duties to correctional officers, give instruction and training, maintain discipline, and make inspections to maintain proper safety and security. Key duties of the correctional sergeant include, but not limited too:

• Performing custody work including controlling, directing, and monitoring the activities and movement of adult incarcerated individuals.
• Supervising and assisting in the transport of incarcerated individuals, providing custody to incarcerated individuals on authorized leave for medical appointments, court orders, or other transport.
• Providing on-the-job training and monitoring completion of the on-the-job training requirements of in-training corrections and custody officers.
• Recording and evaluating officer performance.
• Assessing training needs of staff and arranging for or providing instructions.
• Taking emergency actions and intervening in/controlling acts of negative behavior and violence by incarcerated individuals by following prescribed procedures and guidelines.
• Using verbal de-escalation, physical and lethal uses of force.
• Completing written reports, keeping logs and other records.
• Ensuring incarcerated individuals, staff, and public safety by restricting mail, inspecting packages for contraband, admitting authorized visitors, and enforcing visitor regulations.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess and maintain a driver's license valid in the state of Washington.
High school diploma or G.E.D

AND three (3) years' experience as a Correctional Officer in adult corrections.
OR
Two (2) years' experience as a Correctional Officer in adult corrections AND successful completion of thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) hours of accredited college-level course work 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.

In addition to at least one of the above, this position requires:

• Ability to observe and strategize personal actions based on environmental conditions and human behavior.
• Ability to learn and utilize computer-based applications in the performance of job duties.
• Ability to 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.
• Ability to know and apply relevant law, policy, procedure, and practice. Adhere to productivity standards and timelines established by law and policy. Identifies own training needs and proactively seeks training opportunities.
• Ability to incorporate new information into an existing framework of understanding and accepts change and supports the Agency through changes in law, policy, and procedure.
• Demonstrated ability to write clearly, factually and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability to recall detailed instructions and to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
• Demonstrated effective oral communication skills in routine and emergent situations.
• Committed to develop and promote positive and professional interpersonal relationship skills.

Additional Information

'The mission of DOC is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives.'
For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Please ATTACH a letter of interest and resume. (This is in addition to completing the online application). A professional reference is defined 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. Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
Failure to provide the above information may result in your application not being considered for this position.

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.

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 may also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.

• This position may be represented by a Union Shop.

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.

https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.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.

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.

PSERS: Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they actually retire under two different systems/plans. For more information, please contact the Department of Retirement System at: 1-800-547-6657.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email jrbollinger@doc1.wa.gov, or call us at (360)794-2715. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.