Community Corrections Officer 2 (Or Cco1 In-Training) - Okanogan

Community Corrections Officer 2 (or CCO1 In-training)
Community Corrections Division

Okanagan, WA

[DOC WFSE CCO1* Monthly Salary Range 49: $4,603.00 to $6,190.00]

[DOC WFSE CCO2 Monthly Salary Range 57: $5,610.00 to $7,540.00]

Salary depends on qualifications.

*Minimum starting salary for a CCO1 placement begins at Step G ($5,338.00/monthly).

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"Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety."

We are actively recruiting for a full-time, permanent Community Corrections Officer 2 (CCO2) vacancy within the Community Corrections Division. This position works for the Okanogan Field Office located at 243 Pine Street, Okanogan, WA 98840.

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.
5. Unofficial transcripts (if applicable). If your qualifying experience is less than four years or if you are not sure if your experience qualifies, you must attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts from an accredited higher education institution.
6. Credential evaluation report (if applicable). If your degree was awarded outside the United States and if your qualifying experience is less than four years, you must also attach a credential evaluation report. Review the 'Supplement Information' section for more information.

What is a Community Corrections Officer (CCO)?

• Conduct investigations, searches, issue warrants, and make arrests.
• Complete intake.
• Administer assessments (risk, needs, substance abuse).
• Manage electronic and hardcopy files and reports.

• Motivational Interviewing to enhance the S/I’s intrinsic motivation to change.
• Principles of Effective Interventions to interact with S/Is and to manage behavior.

• Present accurate written documentation and oral testimony and make appropriate sanction recommendations for courts and/or hearings.
• Identify, collect, document, process, and maintain evidence and information, ensuring proper chain of custody and storage.
• Exercise sound judgment and follow Department policies, procedures, and protocols regarding the appropriate maintenance, security, handling, and discharge of department-issued firearms.
• Ensure proper safety and security measures are in place while armed and having S/I contact outside of the office environment to include wearing a safety vest as outlined in policy.

• Must have the ability to carry and properly utilize a department-issued firearm.
• 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 remain objective when dealing with individuals under supervision.
• Must have the demonstrated ability through college-level coursework or experience in three or more of the following:
  • Written Communication skills: Clear, factual, concise, grammatically correct work.
  • Critical Thinking: Evaluate and interpret, assess the situation, evaluate risk, separate fact and opinion, make informed conclusions, formulate courses of action, implement sound decisions.
  • Analytical Reasoning: Interpret data, weigh the risks, break down larger issues identify solutions, make decisions or recommendations.
  • Conflict Resolution: Observe and strategize personal interactions based on environmental conditions and human behavior, identify behaviors/needs, engage in a positive and constructive manner, acknowledge opposing opinions/thoughts, recognize issues, seek collaboration, communicate feedback, identify resources, promote a positive outcome.
  • Situational Awareness: Remain calm and rational during difficult situations, proactively assess volatile, threatening, or other crisis/emergency situations, recall facts, document details.
  • Problem Solving: Identify problems, identify causes, seek input, assess outcomes, implement solutions. Organizational Skill – prioritize, plan, minimize distraction, assess progress, manage timeframes, detail orientation, time management.
  • Work independently: Learn duties, understand job expectations, comply with policy/procedure, meet productivity standards/timelines, identify training need/opportunities, engage team members/mentors, seek guidance/help when needed.
  • Flexibility: Incorporate new information into an existing framework of understanding. Accept change and support the Agency through changes in law, policy, and procedure.

• AND must have one of the following combinations of qualifying education and/or professional work or volunteer experience in adult or juvenile corrections, counseling, social work, social services, law enforcement, or closely related field:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent AND at least four years of the qualifying experience listed above.
  • Associate or technical degree from an accredited institution AND two years of the qualifying experience listed above.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • Or an equivalent combination of qualifying education and/or experience totaling four years.

• Must have the ability to carry and properly utilize a department-issued firearm.
• 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 remain objective when dealing with individuals under supervision.
• Must have the demonstrated ability through college-level coursework or professional work experience in three or more 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.
  • Completing assessments of risk factors.
  • Designing, monitoring, and/or facilitating treatment plans.
  • Determining and making referrals to resources as appropriate (chemical dependency, substance abuse, family counseling, job training assistance, etc.).
  • Maintaining official records and tracking supervised individuals/residents' progress and compliance.
  • Assisting supervised individuals/residents who are unable to independently access support systems or community resources such as those providing food, clothing, or monetary assistance and shelter.
  • Making sound case management decisions under stressful conditions and to understand and interpret detailed legal documents accurately.
  • Using computer and software to enter, retrieve, and store data.
  • Managing caseloads with conflicting priorities.
  • Identifying community-based resources for treatment and programming to help supervised individuals/residents meet their needs.
  • Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with program participants, staff at all levels within the agency, and with a broad range of system- and community-based external stakeholder organizations.
  • Work independently and in close collaboration with system- and community-based stakeholders.

• AND must have one of the following combinations of qualifying education and/or professional work experience in adult or juvenile corrections, counseling, social work, social services, law enforcement, or closely related field:
  • One year experience as a Community Corrections Officer (CCO) within the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC).
  • Associate or technical degree from a recognized college or educational institution AND three years of the professional work experience listed above.
  • Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or institution AND one year of the professional work experience listed above.
  • Or an equivalent combination of qualifying education and/or professional work experience totaling five years.

• 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.
• Successfully complete the Firearms Academy and Control/Impedance Tactics (CIT) training within prescribed timeframes. This requirement includes:
  • Maintaining eligibility to possess and use a firearm under federal and state laws.
  • Maintaining qualifications per department training standards with department-issued firearms and with Intermediate Force options (e.g., OC ‘pepper’ spray or electronic immobilization devices).
  • Maintaining CIT qualifications.
  • Completing all agency requalification training and an annual criminal history clearance to remain armed.

• References: 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. Please include a minimum of three professional references with a valid email and phone number for each. Current and recent supervisors are preferred. If you are entering your references in the online application, 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 their organization)
• 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: We are not able to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application, if required. You may request a report from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org.
• 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.
• Pre-employment Drug Test: 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; applicants who test positive for any controlled substances 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 they could expect in this position.
• Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time an offer of employment is made. The salary listed in the job posting includes Steps A-M. Step M is a longevity step and is typically gained six years after being assigned to Step L in your permanent salary range.
• Represented Position: This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
• 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.

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacation days a year (in accordance with the CBA)
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays each year (includes a personal holiday and a personal leave day)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation
• And more! Visit our benefits page for more information.

• PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, visit the Department of Retirement Systems' website or call 800-547-6657.
• 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 will retire under two different systems/plans. For more information, contact DRS.