Correctional Lieutenant

Under the supervision of the Correctional Captain, this position supervises Correctional and support services personnel and is a member of the prison management team.

As the Incident Commander, manage/direct institution emergencies and coordinate response with outside agencies.  Maintain security of the institution in accordance with established department methods and procedures (i.e. managing staff, offender accountability, control facility movement, offender programs and work areas). 

In accordance with department policy and procedures, notify the Duty Officer of significant events and/or incidents of concern. 

Ensure appropriate safety and security measures are followed during transports to safeguard staff, offenders, and the community.

Manage Use of Force situations, utilizing all available resources to include mitigating alternatives such as directing the progressive use of force options.

Ensure compliance with all agency policies, applicable collective bargaining agreements, Merit System Rules, the Revised Code of Washington, Washington Administrative Codes, judicial procedures, Division Directive, Operational Memoranda, and post orders/operations manuals.

Manage the assignment of the workforce by ensuring position requirements are met and by filling posts for all areas of the facility.

Complete all required reporting through the Incident Management Report System (IMRS).

Respond to all emergency grievances filed by offenders during non-business hours.

• Graduation from high school or GED;
• Two years of correctional experience in adult, juvenile, law enforcement or related field;
• At least two years of supervisory experience (can be gained concurrently with other required experience);
• Demonstrated skills to communicate clearly, factually, and concisely both orally and in writing, in routine and emergency situations;
• Demonstrate ability to recall detailed information, and maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time;
• Ability to remain calm and acts professionally during all emergent conditions;
• Ability to use de-escalation skills to manage stressful situations that involve abuse or hostility.

• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of correctional administration.

• Three years experience as a Correctional Sergeant in adult corrections.

• One year of experience as a Correctional Sergeant with successful completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours of accredited college level course work.

Our Agency
Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and human corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.wa.gov   

 COVID 19 Vaccination Requirement 
 Pursuant to Emergency Proclamation 21-14, all Washington State executive branch employees, on-site contractors, and volunteers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by October 18th, 2021.  As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 Vaccination as part of the hire process for all positions within our agency.  If you have questions about this requirement, please contact the recruiter listed in the supplemental information section at the end of the job announcement. 

What We Offer:
As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation.
Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position) 
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 12 days of paid sick leave a year
• 11 paid holidays a year 
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts 
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

IMPORTANT NOTES:
 

• Please include a minimum of three professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies.  If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

 Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

 Additional Information:
A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• Employees may work directly with or in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self- defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a Union shop.

 
DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.   

Salary : $75,264 - $96,324