Correctional Sergeant - WSP

Corrections and Custody Officer 3 (Correctional Sergeant) | WSP

Location:

Washington State Penitentiary, Walla Walla, WA

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals for the Corrections and Custody Officer 3 (Correctional Sergeant) positions at the Washington State Penitentiary. The Washington State Penitentiary is staffed 24‑hours a day, 7‑days a week. As a partner in the criminal justice system, DOC 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 Washington State Penitentiary is comprised of 4 Close Custody Units, 3 Special Housing Units, 2 Intensive Management Units, 2 Medium Units, 2 Minimum Housing Units and a Hospital. In all, WSP houses approximately 2,200 incarcerated individuals and approximately 1,100 staff. DOC is an organization that respects individuals for their unique qualities and strives to create a safe environment for individual uniqueness.

• A detailed resume
• A cover letter regarding your interest for this position with our agency
• Three (3) professional references

* This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that may occur.

The Corrections and Custody Officer 3 (Correctional Sergeant) supervises and assists correctional officers as they perform custody work to ensure the safety and security of an adult correctional facility, unit, incarcerated individuals, staff, and the public. The incumbent will assign posts and duties to correctional officers, give instruction and training, maintain discipline, and make inspections to maintain proper safety and security.

• Performing custody work including controlling, directing, and monitoring the activities and movement of adult incarcerated individuals.
• Supervising and assisting in the transport of incarcerated individuals, providing custody to incarcerated individuals on authorized leave for medical appointments, court orders, or other transport.
• Monitoring and assisting Field Training Officers (FTOs), CO2s, and CO1s participating in the Correctional Officer Field Training Program (COFTP).
• Recording and evaluating officer performance.
• Developing, providing, and evaluating curriculum and the delivery of continuous training.
• Taking emergency action and intervening in/controlling acts of negative behavior and violence by incarcerated individuals by following prescribed procedures and guidelines, using verbal de‑escalation, and physical and lethal uses of force.
• Completing written reports, keeping logs and other records.
• Ensuring incarcerated individual, staff, and public safety by restricting mail, inspecting packages for contraband, admitting authorized visitors, and enforcing visitor regulations.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Three (3) or more years of experience as a Correctional Officer in adult corrections.

OR

• Two (2) years of experience as a correctional officer in adult corrections.

AND

• Successful completion of thirty (30) semester or forty‑five (45) quarter hours of accredited college‑level coursework from a college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education or foreign equivalent.
  Please provide a copy of your college transcripts reflecting this information.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

In addition to at least one of the above, this position requires:

• Observations – Observes and strategizes personal action based on environmental conditions and human behavior.
• Technology – Learns and utilizes computer‑based applications in the performance of the 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 – Knows and applies relevant law, policy, procedure, and practice. Adheres to productivity standards and timelines established by law and policy. Identifies own training needs and proactively seeks…