Corrections & Custody Officer 2 - INTERNAL Work Crew - Seattle

Full Job Description

• This is an INTERNAL recruitment, open to current, permanent WA State Dept of Corrections (DOC) employees only.
• Be aware that interviews are expected to be conducted on or around 2/12/2026.

1. Online application. You must complete the online application, including the 'Work Experience' section. Your resume will not substitute for this requirement.
2. Cover letter. Regarding your interest in this position.
3. Resume. Detailed and chronological.
4. Three professional-level references. Current and recent supervisors are preferred with a valid phone number and email for each. Review the 'Supplement Information' section for the requirements and definition of. References are contacted after the interview process.

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans’ Preference should attach a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to your online application.

Requirements

Supervise, instruct, and monitor individuals ordered to perform community restitution (work crew/community service) to include safely operating state vehicles and maintaining worker safety.

• Transport supervised individuals to and from work site via a state vehicle.
• Monitor supervised individual activities and movement through visual observation of work site.
• Maintain worker safety and provide rules and safety orientation to work crew participants.
• Issue and account for all equipment, tools, safety and weather gear used by work crew.

Apply appropriate, constructive, and professional authority by communicating with supervised individuals and staff.

• Use appropriate de-escalation skills during stressful and potentially dangerous situations.
• Serve as a positive and motivating role model to work crew participants.
• Communicate and work collaboratively with stakeholders and contractors to achieve desired project outcomes.
• Conduct inspections and searches of supervised individuals and their property if reasonable suspicion exists.

Administrative duties to include maintaining and managing documentation.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Corrections and Custody Officer with the WA State Department of Corrections (DOC) which includes the successful completion of the Correctional Officer training plan.
• And must possess and maintain a vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Washington.
  

OR

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of experience in law enforcement, security, corrections/community corrections (probation/parole), or other related criminal justice position where the position requires security functions and/or regular contact with individuals suspected or convicted of crimes.
• And must possess and maintain a vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Washington.
  

If selected for hire, you may be required to meet the following SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS and CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• 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.

Additional Information

Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

For more information about our agency, visit our Mission & Vision.

The WA State Department of Corrections (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.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

The required training for each position within DOC can vary. Click here for more information.This recruitment may be used to fill more than one position.

If this position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE), this recruitment may be used to fill additional positions up to sixty days after all listed positions have been filled.

References: A minimum of three professional references with a valid email and phone number for each is required.

Although current and recent supervisors are preferred, 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, include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

If you are entering your references in the online application (preferred), complete the following fields: First and Last name

Title (include their relationship to you, for example: Field Administrator, former supervisor)

Phone

Email

Address Line 1 (list the name of the reference's organization)

Salary is based on skills and abilities that apply to the primary functions of the role and/or years of experience and is decided at the time a final offer of employment is made.

The salary range listed in the job posting includes steps A-M. Within a permanent salary range, step M is a longevity step, it is typically gained six years after being assigned to step L.

Work with or near incarcerated or supervised individuals: This position may work directly with or near incarcerated or supervised individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Take this into account before applying.

Background and criminal record history checks will be conducted prior to employment. Information gathered may not preclude employment, but it will be considered in determining your suitability for the position.

Pre-employment drug test: A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment process. Applicants who test positive for a controlled substance may 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 you could expect in this position.

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 Form I-9’s list of acceptable documents.

Note: DOC does not use E-Verify. We are not able to partake in STEM Optional Practice Training (OPT).

Foreign equivalent degrees: If your degree was awarded outside the United States, you may be required to provide a credential evaluation report if your education is used to meet the minimum requirements. Request a report fromwww.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org.

Represented position: This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

What We Offer
As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides a generous retirement plan and a comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• 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)
• And more! Visit our benefits page for more information.

Retirement Options

• 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.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Recruiter at christine.salvador@doc1.wa.gov or (360) 522-6304. Make sure you refer to the 2025- requisition/job # listed at the top of this posting.

For TTY service, call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.