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Corrections & Custody Officer 3 - Workcrew - Seattle

State of Washington

Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Full-time, Permanent
Posted Sep 11, 2025
Onsite

About the role

Corrections & Custody Officer 3 - Workcrew - Seattle

Responsibilities

  • Supervise Corrections and Custody Officers
  • Plan, assign, and review the work of staff
  • Provide on-the-job training and monitor completion of training requirements
  • Evaluate employee performance and prepare evaluations
  • Authorize and monitor usage of all types of leave
  • Maintain confidential supervisory files
  • Work with Program Manager, Human Resources and Recruitment Team to fill vacant positions
  • Complete administrative duties
  • Direct officers in the preparation of logs and reports
  • Recall detailed observations and write reports
  • Act as Program Manager Designee when necessary
  • Coordinate with City, County and other Washington State agencies, non-profit organizations, contract recipients and their designees
  • Monitor and maintain Workcrew tools, vehicles and equipment
  • Ensure safety and security of the offices, staff and supervised individual workers
  • Provide subordinate staff with the tools, training and skills needed to perform duties
  • Strictly adhere to established staff safety practices
  • Advise supervised individuals concerning rules, regulations, procedures, policies and behavior standards
  • Operate communication devices to convey information among personnel
  • Effectively communicate with supervised individuals, staff and visitors
  • Use appropriate de-escalation skills
  • Review and complete safety and accident/injury reports
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Three years of experience as a Correctional Officer in adult corrections
  • Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license
  • OR Two years of experience as a Correctional Officer in adult corrections
  • Successful completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours of accredited college-level coursework
  • Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Paid vacation days
  • Paid sick leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Dependent care assistance
  • Deferred compensation

About the Company

The State of Washington Department of Corrections is committed to improving public safety by positively changing lives

Job Details

Salary Range

$54,790 - $73,600/monthly

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Employment Type

Full-time, Permanent

Original Posting

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