CORRECTIONS SPECIALIST 2 - FACILITY SECURITY SPECIALIST

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Corrections Specialist 2 (Teamsters) – Facility Security Specialist

Full-Time | Permanent

Location: Cedar Creek Corrections Center (CCCC) - Littlerock, WA

**This recruitment is open to current full time permanent DOC employees**

Please carefully read this posting in its entirety, as it contains important information for candidates.

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Corrections Specialist 2-Facility Security Specialist at Cedar Creek Corrections Center in Littlerock, Washington.

If you are excited to make a difference in the lives of others and join a team that works towards a meaningful purpose, apply to be an Administrative Assistant 4at CCCC with the Department of Corrections (DOC).

AGENCY PROFILE:

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 Department employs over 7,600 staff and has a biennial budget of approximately $1.6 billion.

CCCC is a 480-bed male facility. The facility is located in the Capital Forest 20 miles south of Tumwater.

CCCC is co-located with the Department of Natural Resources and is a minimum-security facility.

This facility houses minimum security incarcerated individuals and offers treatment, work, and vocational programs to help ready incarcerated individuals to transition back into the community.

CCCC is a sustainability prison; some of the many programs include rehabilitation of ailing Western Pond Turtles, raising bees, training service dogs, and composting.

The site includes two living units, a health clinic, education buildings, a gymnasium and support facilities.

All incarcerated individuals work at this facility either on an off-site work crew or within the facility grounds.

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 I/I’s can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.

For additional information about our agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.

Join our team to be part of an organization that is dedicated to offering opportunities for career advancement and personal growth! DOC offers:

• Flexible schedules
• Comprehensive compensation packages
• Benefits package
• Training and development opportunities to continue building your career with us.

Apply today to join our team and start making a real difference in your community!

Application Process

Begin your application process online at www.careers.wa.gov:

• Click the green 'Apply' button on the job posting and sign in or create an account.
• Complete your application.
• Please be sure to attach the following to your application:
  • A cover letter outlining how you meet the qualifications for this position,
  • A detailed chronological resume,
  • A copy of your unofficial college transcript (if using college credits or degree to qualify for position) and

  At least (3) three professional references - A professional reference is identified 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.

  • Click "Accept & Submit" to submit your application.

  Incomplete application packages may disqualify an applicant from the application process.

  We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting.

  Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to interview. Carefully review your application before submitting.

  All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted.

  
  

  This position contributes to the agency's mission to improve public safety by developing, implementing, monitoring, correcting and assessing security management system policies, operational memorandums, procedures, and practices at an adult correctional facility.

  This position has institution wide program responsibility for the facility staff accountability process which includes procedures to account for employees assigned to isolated or single person posts.

  This position works closely with the Chief of Security Captain to ensure adherence to security management system policies and procedures as well as to ensure compliance with Department directives, facility operational memorandums, WACs and RCWs.

  This position will ensure staff accountability and radio duress alarm exercises are conducted on a regular basis and recommend process improvement as necessary.

  
  

  Requirements

  This position has institution wide program responsibility for the facility Place Safety Muster process and will report best practice and deficiencies to the Chief of Security and Appointing Authority.

  This position has a lead role in the Local Security Advisory Committee (LSAC) and chairs the meeting in the absence of Chief of Security.

  This position will manage the security concern/suggestion process at the facility level and will process and forward LSAC approved suggestions and concerns to the Statewide Security Advisory Committee.

  This position resolves complex and difficult security management system issues that may have broad impact.

  Under the direction of the Chief of Security, this position collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to promote a culture that fosters and inspires staff safety and facility security throughout the Department.

  This position serves as the expert resource for all facility employees in matter related to staff safety and facility.

  As a Corrections Specialist 2 – Facility Security Specialist, some of your duties will include:

  Management of Staff and Facility Security Procedures.

  Provide expert level consultation, advice, guidance and support to managers, supervisors, and employees regarding multiple, complex security management related issues and processes in the area of RCW’s, Policy, Operational Memorandum, and local procedures.

  Work with the facility Chief of Security to develop and implement targeted interventions based on information collected through logs, staff reports, observations, and other materials.

  • Collect, track and monitor information regarding security management policies and procedures.
  • Participates in the annual review and update process of custody post orders.
  • Audit the post order sign off process monthly.
  • Contribute to the development of local security processes. Review security related policies and operational memorandums, provide timely recommendations for necessary updates.
  • Work with the facility Chief of Security to develop and implement targeted interventions based on Information collected through logs, staff reports, observations and other materials.
  • Creates measurable, outcome-based goals to strengthen the safety and security of employees.
  • Follow up to ensure interventions and goals are meeting the desired expectations.
  • Adjust and implement changes when measurements reflect poor or neutral performance of imposed strategies.
  • Test security related processes and procedures, provide recommendations for improvement needed to ensure the integrity of facility security.
  • Attend quarterly Security Specialists meetings as scheduled by the Security Management Unit.
  • Participate in Operational Inspections, Emergency Management System Assessments, and Critical Incident Reviews at facilities as assigned.

  Lead role on the Local Security Advisory Committee (LSAC).
  

  • Attend and schedule committee meetings, advise the facility Chief of Security on the status of concerns/ suggestions brought to LSAC, new concerns/suggestions and the progress of LSAC, related projects, keeping the facility chair apprised of all security related concerns and issues.
  • Chairs the LSAC and represents the Chief of Security priorities and agenda when she/he is not able to attend.
  • Communicate in-person with employees who submit security concerns, provide timely periodic updates of progress made in regard to status of implementing the improvement or suggestion.
  • Establish and lead LSAC charter teams, lending leadership and expertise to solidify the purpose of the local committee.
  • Collaborate with Security Specialists at other facilities (including the Department's Security Management Unit) on matters concerning LSAC, concerns, suggestions, and best practices.
  • Coordinate with facility staff and committee members to implement concerns/ suggestions approved by LSAC.
  • Assign committee members duties when appropriate.
  • Communicate with both the Local and Statewide Security Advisory Committee to ensure the completion of concerns/ suggestions.
  • Follow up implemented concerns and suggestions and present results to LSAC.

  Develop, implement, monitor, and test the facility Staff Accountability process.

  • Establish, conduct, and document random checks for accountability of all single person posts to include custody, non-custody, contract staff, and volunteers.
  • Establish, conduct and document random checks for accountability of off-hour custody posts.
  • Establish and maintain the Staff Accountability process with regular testing of the plan.
  • Observe the Staff Accountability process on each shift quarterly, provide leadership and guidance in all matter concerning the process.
  • Establish and coordinate contact points for staff check-in/checkout at their work location or Assigned areas per 420.160 Staff Accountability.
  • Monitor, track and analyze duress alarm activations and responses.
  • Conduct quarterly tests of radio alias information by verifying unique identifier from facility base station.
  • Conduct monthly drills to test staff response to panic button, duress alarms, personal body alarms and keying of a radio with no audible message.
  • Provide guidance resources, and instruction, for all staff pertaining to proper use and handling of personal portable facility radios, panic buttons, area duress alarms, and personal body alarms where applicable.

  Coordinate track and respond to Place Safety Muster related topics.

  • Report and monitor Place Safety Muster compliance to the facility Chief of Security and Appointing Authority.
  • Ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements regarding Place Safety Muster.
  • Act as a resource for facility employees and Place Safety Muster topics and plans.
  • Create and publish Place Safety Muster schedules for the Chief of Security, quarterly.
  • Other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications

  What we need (required qualifications):

  Graduation from high school or equivalent. AND Four (4) years of corrections and/or security experience in adult corrections, juvenile, law enforcement or related field.

  OR Formal education in Criminal Justice or closely allied field 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), may be substituted year for year of required experience.

  ANDDemonstrated competency in the following areas (competency may be gained through education, experience, or a combination thereof):

  • Demonstrated skills to write clearly, factually, and concisely.
  • Demonstrated ability to recall detailed instructions, maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
  • Demonstrated effective oral and written communications skills in routine and emergency situations.
  • Observation - Observe and strategize personal action, based on environmental conditions and human behavior.
  • Technology- Learn and utilize computer-based applications in the performance of job duties.
  • 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 - Know and apply Corrections related law, policy, procedure, and practice.
  • Adhere to productivity standards and timelines established by law and policy. Identify own training needs and proactively seek training opportunities.
  • Adaptability - Incorporate new information into an existing framework of understanding. Accept change and support the Agency through changes in law, policy, and procedure.
  • Consulting: Provides advice on situations requiring immediate attention; exercises knowledge of Security Management issues, leadership principles, and organizational behavior; exercises conflict resolution, proactive intervention, group facilitation, and contract and negotiation skills.

  Analysis and Problem Solving: Facilitates the problem-solving process; anticipates problems; acts as a mediator, facilitating effective outcomes for all parties; influences new ways of thinking; understands work group concerns and problems; develops statistical or other data.

  Problems encountered are complex with potential broad impact.

  Communication and Interpersonal Interaction: Uses independent judgment during challenges.

  Presents complex ideas and information in a way that is understandable and appropriate for the audience; uses appropriate channels of communication; fosters effective working relationships among divergent groups by proposing solutions to resolve conflict; builds consensus.

  • Customer Focus and Business Orientation: Understands customers' organization and mission and provides proactive guidance; exercises knowledge and understanding of processes and proposes efficiency changes; provides services related to diversity issues.
  • Change Leadership: Assesses problems and proposes actions and resources needed to accomplish changes; supports organizational change by facilitating the implementation of appropriate change strategies; assists others in dealing with changes.
  • Teamwork: Develops and leads or coaches teams using appropriate process planning to achieve goal; applies coaching principles and performance understanding and analysis.
  • Research and Analysis: Researches and verifies information; identifies the type of information needed and where to obtain it; applies analytical skills to data and formulates a determination and recommendations; conducts investigations.
  • Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook.
  • Other duties as assigned.

  What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):

  • Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Public Administration, Criminal Justice or similar field from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Accreditation (CHEA).

  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.
  
  

  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.
  
  

  The 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 on the first day of employment.

  Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your 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.

  **Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. 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 near 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 will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.

• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visitwww.uscis.gov.
• Employment is not contingent upon test results.
  Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other (permanent or non-permanent) positions within 60 days after the listed position(s) have been filled.

Telework Details:

This position may be allocated for telework.

Work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time.

Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite.

Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the onboarding process.

Some offices will have a “drop in” area available, however, a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.

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 comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email kimberly.pena@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 360-359-4062. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.