COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS OFFICER 2 - Pierce Co. SAU North (WFSE INTERNAL TRANSFER ONLY)

This internal transfer opportunity is for a permanent, full-time Community Corrections Officer 2 (CCO2) position within the Pierce County Special Assault Unit North, located in Tacoma, WA.

Schedule

The work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Work hours are determined by unit needs and are at the discretion of the unit supervisor. If you are currently working an alternate work schedule, this position may not be able to honor that schedule.

Qualifications

In accordance with WFSE Section 2 Supplemental DOC Article 4.7 of the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) 2025-2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), this job opening is available to internal transfer candidates only. Employees who meet the following criteria may apply:

• You are requesting a transfer under Section 2 Supplemental Article 4.7 of the WFSE CBA.
• You are a permanent DOC employee.
• You currently hold permanent status in the job class being recruited for in this job posting.
• You are currently in a position represented by WFSE.

Note: If you requested transfer under Section 2 Supplemental DOC Article 4.7 and refused the offer, you cannot request another Article 4.7 transfer for 12 months. If you have accepted a transfer under Section 2 Supplemental DOC Article 4.7, you are not eligible to request another transfer under this Article for 24 months.

Benefits

Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including:

• Insurance Benefits:
  • Medical (including vision), dental, and basic life insurance for employees and their families.
  • Multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums offering statewide coverage.
  • Eligibility to enroll in a medical flexible spending account for tax-deferred health care expenses.
  • Basic life and long-term disability insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage.
  • Dependent care assistance for pre-tax savings on child or elder care expenses.
  • Optional auto, boat, home, and renter insurance through payroll deduction.
  • Access to the Washington State Employee Assistance Program for health and well-being support.
• Retirement and Deferred Compensation:
  • Membership in the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) with two employer-contributed retirement program options.
  • Ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program similar to an IRA.
• Social Security and Medicare: Coverage under federal Social Security and Medicare systems, with equal contributions from the state and employee.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligibility for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for government or not-for-profit employees.
• Paid Leave:
  • Holidays: Full-time and part-time employees receive paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Additional personal leave may apply for certain union members.
  • Sick Leave: Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Part-time and overtime-eligible employees earn a proportionate amount based on hours in pay status.
  • Vacation (Annual Leave): Full-time employees accrue vacation leave according to WAC 357-31-165(1) or applicable CBA. Part-time employees accrue vacation leave on a pro-rata basis.
  • Military Leave: 21 days of paid military leave per year for armed forces members.
  • Bereavement Leave: Five days of paid bereavement leave for the death of a family or household member, or loss of pregnancy. Additional leave types may be approved.
  • Other Leave: Includes leave sharing, parental leave, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave, and leave without pay.

Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or work schedule (e.g., part-time). For more details, visit the State HR Website.