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CORRECTIONS SPECIALIST 3 - Graduated Reentry Section 3 (WFSE Internal Transfer Only)

State of Washington · Olympia, WA · 4 days ago
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This internal transfer opportunity is for a permanent, full-time Corrections Specialist 3 (CS3) position within the Graduated Reentry Section 3, located in Lacey, 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.

Requirements

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 DOC 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.

Qualifications

In addition to the above requirements for WFSE CBA Article 4.7 transfer requests, this position has the following qualifications:

  • Four years' experience as a Community Corrections Officer with the Washington State Department of Corrections.
  • OR a Bachelor’s degree from a college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the US Department of Education, AND three years of professional case management experience in adult or juvenile corrections or a closely related field, which includes at least three 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
    • Knowledge of electronic monitoring devices
    • Experience determining classification levels and/or requirements
  • OR an equivalent combination of qualifying experience and education equaling seven (7) years.

Professional case management includes activities such as:

  • Assessment 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 client progress/compliance
  • Assisting individuals who are unable to independently access support systems or community resources such as those providing food, clothing, or monetary assistance and shelter

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
  • Medical flexible spending account for tax-deferred health care expenses
  • Basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option 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
  • 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
  • Deferred Compensation Program (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program similar to an IRA
  • Social Security and Medicare coverage

Leave Benefits

  • Holidays: Full-time and part-time employees receive paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Additional personal leave days 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 at rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or applicable collective bargaining agreements. 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 leave for the death of a family or household member, or for loss of pregnancy. Additional leave types may be approved.
  • Other leave options include Leave Sharing, Parental Leave, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave, and Leave Without Pay.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligibility for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program if employed by a government or not-for-profit organization and meeting qualifying criteria.

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