NEOGOV · 6 hours ago
CORRECTIONS SPECIALIST 3 - Graduated Reentry Section 5 (WFSE Internal Transfer Only)
King County - Seattle - S. Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$6,043/mo - $8,123/mo
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Corrections Specialist 3 for the Graduated Reentry Section of the Dept. of Corrections. The role involves working with individuals with criminal backgrounds, maintaining community relationships, and managing cases effectively.
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Responsibilities
Participates in the formation and maintenance of successful relationships with criminal justice partners and community resources
Observes and strategizes personal action based on environmental conditions and human behavior
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
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 training opportunities
Incorporates new information into an existing framework of understanding. Accepts change and supports the Agency through changes in law, policy, and procedure
Earns others’ trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions
Promotes organizational mission and goals and demonstrates how to achieve them
Rapid problem-solving ability. Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations
Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately when providing and receiving constructive feedback/criticism
Ability to work and accomplish goals independently; takes ownership and accountability for own performance
Qualification
Required
You are requesting a transfer under 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
Four (4) years' experience as a Community Corrections Officer within the Washington State Department of Corrections
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
Three (3) years of professional case management experience in adult or juvenile corrections or closely related field which includes at least three (3) 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
Equivalent combination of qualifying experience and education totaling seven (7) years
Willingness to work with individuals with criminal backgrounds and anti-social behaviors; review graphic materials, ability to remain objective when dealing with individuals under supervision
Staff who do not qualify for legacy status under the provisions for arming are required to be armed and must be willing and the ability to: possess and use a firearm under federal and state law; maintain firearm qualifications; and successful complete ongoing training requirements associated with mandatory arming and potential use of force
Demonstrated competency in the following areas: Community Relationships, Observation, Stress Tolerance, Professional Standards, Adaptability, Integrity, Leadership, Problem solving, Communication, Initiative
Benefits
Free ORCA card to all employees who are permanently assigned work in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties.
Medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.
Medical flexible spending account.
Basic life and long-term disability insurance.
Dependent care assistance.
Washington State Employee Assistance Program.
Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
Deferred Compensation Program.
Social Security.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Eight hours of sick leave per month.
Vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165.
21 days paid military leave per year.
Five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.
Leave Sharing.
Parental Leave.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
Leave Without Pay.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
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