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State of Washington lists this Correctional Lieutenant | CBCC opportunity in clallam bay, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Correctional Lieutenant | CBCCThe Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a dedicated leader to join the Clallam Bay Corrections Center team as a Correctional Lieutenant. The goal of this position is to direct, monitor and inspect correctional staff who perform custody work.In this role, you will oversee the activities and movements of adult incarcerated individuals, assume responsibility for coordinating and enforcing security regulations, and incarcerated disciplinary control throughout the correctional institution. You will be tasked with ensuring appropriate safety and security measures are followed and managing Use of Force situations with follow-up including reporting requirements, review of documentation, and providing recommendations to the chain of command.The Correctional Lieutenant provides leadership and guidance to Correctional Officers under their chain of command, ensuring compliance with all agency policies, applicable collective bargaining agreements, Merit System Rules, the Revised Code of Washington, Washington Administrative Codes, judicial procedures, division directives, operational memorandums, and post orders/operations manuals. You will facilitate employee development including training, coaching, mentoring, counseling, and conflict resolution.Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all incarcerated can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.If you are interested in applying and would like to be considered, a completed application packet will include:A cover letter regarding your interest for this position with our agencyA detailed resumeThree professional referencesDutiesWe are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.As a Correctional Lieutenant, some of your duties will include:Managing the Use of Force situations utilizing all available resources to include mitigating alternatives such as directing the progressive use of force options which could include:Completing reporting requirements, full review of documentation and providing recommendations to chain of commandActing as the Incident Commander, managing and directing institution emergencies at the Institution and coordinating responses with outside agenciesMaintaining security of the institution in accordance with established department methods and procedures by managing staff and incarcerated accountability, controlling movement into, out of, and within the institution, shift security, staff, incarcerated movement (adjusting as necessary), incarcerated programing and incarcerated work areasClearing the institution count and maintaining a high level of management visibility within the institutionNotifying the Duty Officer of significant events and/or incidents of concernInitiating incident specific packet documentation gathering to include specific emergency checklists, incident reports, etc., in support of Incident Command, Incident Review and Intelligence and Investigation gatheringEnsuring appropriate safety and security measures are followed during transports to safeguard staff, incarcerated and communityManaging Use of Force situations utilizing all available resourcesCompleting reporting requirements, full review of documentation, and providing recommendations to chain of commandProviding direct supervision to the correctional sergeants as they monitor correctional officers completing their day-to-day security operations to include:Ensuring compliance with all agency policies, applicable collective bargaining agreements, Merit System Rules, the Revised Code of Washington, Washington Administrative Codes, judicial procedures, division directives, operational memorandums and post orders/operations manualsDaily roster management for Correctional staff and staff accountabilityAdministrative Responsibilities/Roster ManagementQualificationsWhat we need (required qualifications):Graduation from High School or GEDANDTwo years of correctional experience in adult, juvenile, law enforcement or related fieldANDAt least two years supervisory experience (can be gained concurrently with other required experience)OROne year experience as a Correctional SergeantANDSuccessful completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours of accredited college level course workIn addition to the above education/experience, the below knowledge, skills and/or abilities are required:Demonstrated skills to communicate clearly, factually and concisely both orally and in writing, in routine and emergency situationsDemonstrated ability to recall detailed information and maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of timeRemains calm and acts professionally during all emergency conditionsAbility to use de-escalation skills to manage stressful situations that involve abuse or hostilityPossess and maintain a vehicle operator's license valid in the state of WashingtonEligible to use and/or possess a firearm under Federal Law 18 USC-Section 922 and RCW 9.41.040 and qualify annually with a rifle, pistol and shotgun as requiredWhat will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):Three years experience as a correctional sergeant in adult correctionsSupplemental InformationVision: Working together for safer communities.Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.Our Core Values:Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.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.IMPORTANT NOTES:DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.Please include a minimum of three (3) 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. **Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.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 near 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
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clallam bay, WA, 98326, US
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