Library & Archives Professional 4
Full Tine | Permanent
Location: Washington Corrections Cetner for Women | Gig Harbor, WA
Salary Range: $4,968 - $6,673 Monthly
This position is represented by the Teamsters 117 bargaining unit.
The candidate of choice will be required to work in the WCCQ facility daily.
Are you passionate about ensuring equitable access to information and supporting individuals in navigating complex legal systems? The Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW) is seeking a knowledgeable and service-oriented Library and Archives Professional 4 (LAP4) to join our team and play a vital role in supporting constitutional legal access rights for incarcerated individuals.
As a key member of the Statewide DOC Legal Library System, the Library and Archives Professional 4 serves as the facility’s subject matter expert for legal access services. This position applies advanced professional knowledge to provide incarcerated individuals with access to legal resources, research materials, and information necessary to support legal case preparation and personal legal matters in accordance with constitutional requirements and Department of Corrections policies.
The LAP4 is responsible for delivering high-quality legal library services that promote access, fairness, and accountability while fostering a respectful and inclusive environment. Through expert guidance, resource management, and customer-focused support, this position helps individuals effectively navigate legal research processes and obtain the information needed to address their legal concerns. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to professionalism, integrity, and public service while supporting agency initiatives and contributing to the Department’s mission of improving public safety and positively changing lives.
A completed application packet will include:
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A cover letter regarding your interest in this position with our agency
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A detailed resume
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Three professional references
We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service and are 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 Library & Archives Professional 4, some of your duties will include:
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Providing delivery of law library services which could include:
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Processing and maintaining records of law library materials and delivery of law library services
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Ensuring access to the law libraries is maintained in accordance with DOC Directives, Policy, and local Operational Memorandums
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Providing research resources and resolving research inquiries
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Monitoring researchers to assure adherence to collections use and security procedures
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Guiding researchers to other sources for records, publications, and information
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Responding to inquiries from incarcerated individuals, staff and other DOC law libraries
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Providing resources for researching case law, etc. and remaining knowledgeable about legal, departmental, and institutional changes affecting operation of the law library and other incarcerated individual legal access procedures
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Providing access to legal photocopy services for legal pleading and/or exhibits and opportunities to send legal mail
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Providing services for e-filing to the Courts
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Ensuring timely responses to requests from individuals housed in segregation unit for information, materials and books
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Providing instruction and information to incarcerated individuals pertaining to the use of the legal resource computers and visit cell fronts as needed during periods of restricted movement lockdowns
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Providing direction to the incarcerated population on services of the law library
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Inspecting and processing legal mail
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Scheduling time in-between movement periods when the law libraries are closed to assist with legal requests in maximum custody and infirmary areas
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Planning, organizing, and supervising the day-to-day operations of the assigned facility’s law library services
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Supervising, training and evaluating incarcerated individual law clerks in their assigned work areas
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Other duties as assigned
What we need (required qualifications):
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High School Diploma or Equivalent
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Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in office/clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting, or general administrative work
- Formal education may substitute year for year for experience
What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):
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Four years’ experience in the functional operations of a library and/or archives including at least one year at the senior level or equivalent.
Vision: 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:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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:
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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. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
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DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
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This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
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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.
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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.
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Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
Telework Details
This position may be allocated for telework. If authorized for the role, work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite. Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a “drop in” area available, however, a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.
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:
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Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
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Up to 25 paid vacation days a year
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8 hours of paid sick leave per month
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12 paid holidays a year
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Generous retirement plan
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Flex Spending Accounts
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Dependent Care Assistance
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Deferred Compensation and so much more!
PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email
[email protected] or call us at 509-630-9160. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
