Re-Entry Specialist, Security; Community Corrections

Position Overview

At NWRRC, our mission is to support individuals in their journey from incarceration back to community life. For 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to reducing recidivism and fostering safer, stronger communities. Founded in 1964 as the Oregon Halfway House, NWRRC has grown significantly, evolving to meet the complex needs of our residents with empathy, accountability, and proven resources.

NWRRC’s impact on the community is profound and lasting, supporting countless individuals in rebuilding their lives. Our team makes a meaningful difference every day, and we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join an organization that is making positive change.

• Monitor resident behavior and activities to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
• Maintain a secure and orderly environment through regular facility patrols, headcounts, and searches of resident rooms, property, vehicles, phones, and personal searches (pat-downs).
• Respond to emergencies swiftly and appropriately.
• Conduct observed urine collection and breathalyzer testing for residents and other contract clients.
• Control and dispense resident medications and manage self-carry medications and supplements.
• Track resident accountability while they are on approved absences from the facility (e.g., work, social passes).
• Monitor electronic monitoring (GPS) reports for residents in the community and on home confinement.
• Control all entry and exit into the facility to ensure security.
• Maintain accurate incident logs and documentation of all facility activities.
• Serve as the first point of contact for law enforcement, U.S. Marshals, U.S. Probation Officers, Bureau of Prisons personnel, and other related agencies.
• Hourly Rate:
  Starting at $26.97

• Healthcare: 100% medical, vision, and dental premiums covered for employees; 50% for spouses and dependents. Includes life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): up to 24 days of PTO and vacation annually (approx. 4.8 weeks).
• Sick Time: up to 12 days of sick time annually (approx. 2.4 weeks).
• Retirement: Employer-funded Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) plan with a 7% contribution of gross earnings, available after 1 year.
• Tuition Assistance: Up to 50% of tuition costs for related degrees or certificates, available after 6 months.
• Fitness Perks: up to $50 monthly for fitness
• Free Meals: Enjoy free meals during meal service from NWRRC's excellent cafeteria.
• Additional perks and benefits.

We're looking for candidates with a combination of relevant education and experience that demonstrates the ability to work effectively with individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to creating positive relationships with residents are essential.

• Experience or education in criminal justice, social work, psychology, or related fields is preferred but not required.
• We value candidates with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapt to the needs of the program and residents.
• Availability: NWRRC operates 24-hours a day, 365 days a year.
  Candidates must be available to work any shift and any day of the week. Shifts are as follows: day shift 7am-3pm, swing shift 3pm-11pm, and graveyard 11pm-7am. We have split day/swing and swing/graveyard shifts as well. To support work-life balance, we do offer consistent schedules with consistent days off.

By joining NWRRC, you'll play a key role in supporting individuals who are making significant life changes. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of residents while working within a professional, supportive environment.

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated team.

Each person on our team has demonstrated a passion for making a difference and offers unique and valuable experience.

Whether you’re an associate’s degree student seeking a challenging and rewarding first career, a recent retiree…