Top 16 Correctional officer Jobs in Kent Wa

Corrections Officer - Entry Level
City of Issaquah —Issaquah, WA
- $75,434 - $99,266 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Corrections Officer
King County —King County, WA
- $87,262.14 - $107,930.60 a year
- 12 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Juvenile Detention Officer
King County —Seattle, WA
- $74,276.80 - $94,057.60 a year
- Overtime
- Serving
- 18 years or older
- Sanitation
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Corrections Officer (Lateral Entry)
City of Puyallup —Puyallup, WA
- $86,327.28 - $90,211.68 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Serving
- Writing skills
- English
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Corrections Officer (Advanced Entry-Level)
City of Puyallup —Puyallup, WA
- $78,312.72 - $90,211.68 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Serving
- Writing skills
- English
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Experienced/Lateral Corrections Officer
City of Kent, WA —Kent, WA
- $78,816 - $95,868 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Corrections Deputy - Entry Level
Pierce County Washington —Tacoma, WA
- Email
- Computer literacy
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Commuter assistance
CORRECTIONS OFFICER ENTRY LEVEL
Kitsap County, WA —Port Orchard, WA
- $68,681.60 - $97,073.60 a year
- Online Application
- Bachelor of Science
- High school diploma or GED
- Leadership
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
Community Corrections Officer 2 (Or CCO1 In-Training) - Northgate
State of Washington Dept. of Corrections —Seattle, WA
- $4,880 - $7,994 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Addiction Medicine
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Wellness program
JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER - ON CALL
Kitsap County, WA —Port Orchard, WA
- $29.67 - $37.96 an hour
- Full-time
- Current TB test
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
Community Corrections Officer 2 (Or CCO1 In-Training) - Burien
State of Washington Dept. of Corrections —Burien, WA
- $4,880 - $7,994 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Addiction Medicine
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Wellness program
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Corrections Officer - Lateral
City of Issaquah —Issaquah, WA
- $75,434 - $99,266 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Corrections Deputy - Lateral
Pierce County Washington —Tacoma, WA
- Call employer
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Commuter assistance
Juvenile Rehabilitation Counselor 1 (JRC1) - Snoqualmie
State of Washington Dept of Children, Youth, and Families —Snoqualmie, WA
- $55,596 - $74,748 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Serving
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Wellness program
Juvenile Rehabilitation Officer 2 (JRO2) on-call - Snoqualmie
State of Washington Dept of Children, Youth, and Families —Snoqualmie, WA
- $24.14 - $34.07 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Military
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Wellness program

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Corrections Officer - Entry Level

City of Issaquah -
Issaquah, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,434 - $99,266 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Bereavement leave
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Employee relationship building
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
First Aid Certification

Full Job Description

Summary

THIS JOB POSTING IS INFORMATIONAL ONLY. ENTRY-LEVEL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY AT PUBLICSAFETYTESTING.COM

Join the City of Issaquah as a Corrections Officer!

Are you passionate about public service and making a difference? Do you thrive in a role where you can ensure safety and security for your community? Then a career with the City of Issaquah could be for you!

The City of Issaquah is actively seeking dedicated, community-oriented individuals to join our team as Corrections Officers. Our department is known for its commitment to professionalism and public service, and we need people like you to help us continue this tradition.

As a Corrections Officer, you'll play a crucial role in the operations of our city jail. Your work will involve maintaining the security and welfare of jail inmates, supervising daily activities, and working closely with other law enforcement professionals.

This is a dynamic role requiring strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently. You'll need to understand and respect the cultures, languages, disabilities, and socio-economic situations of those you interact with.

To be successful, you should be comfortable with:

Assuring the security and welfare of jail inmates.
Supervising, observing, moving, escorting, and securing inmates during daily activities.
Performing duties such as fingerprinting, initial custody taking, and inmate booking and release.
Operating a control room, and monitoring closed-circuit television cameras and emergency monitors.

What's in it for you?

A supportive, professional working environment.
Excellent benefits package.
An opportunity to serve and make a real difference in your community.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and embark on a rewarding career with the City of Issaquah Corrections Department. Be part of our commitment to keeping our community safe! Application review is on-going.

The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.

Essential Functions

Assure the security and welfare of jail inmates; supervise inmates’ daily activities; screen items going in and coming out of inmate’s cells; make routine security checks; assure assigned area is maintained in an orderly manner.
Observe, direct, escort, move and supervise jail inmates during daily activities including meals, court appearances, work details, interviews, commissary, appointments, sick calls and other activities; lock down and secure inmates.
Supervise inmate visitation ensuring safety and security for all.
Perform fingerprinting duties for the Records division of the Police Department for concealed pistol license applications.
Take initial custody of prisoners; search prisoners to remove contraband and weapons; issue clothing; process, photograph, fingerprint and place prisoners in cells.
Communicate with other jail personnel regarding activities and incidents in the jail; respond to alarms and take appropriate action according to procedural guidelines;
Coordinate the release of inmates for court appearance or health needs; review documents such as court orders and physician’s orders; release inmates to law enforcement officers or other authorized transport personnel as appropriate.
Perform pre-booking, booking, pre-release and release functions to assure that information regarding inmates entering or leaving the jail is properly recorded.
Makes initial assessment of inmate for any medical, safety, or security reasons.
Maintains direct contact with inmates who may be mentally unstable, under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or potentially physically volatile.
Prepares and maintains records and logs related to daily activities, bookings, maintenance needs and inmates; shred and dispose of records as authorized.
Order and dispense supplies and maintain related records; dispense medication as needed and as specified by medical staff.
Operates control room; monitors and operates closed circuit television cameras and emergency monitors; controls all entrances, doors, and gates within the facility; and watches for potentially dangerous, suspicious situations, or activities within the facility.
Process court documents and provides inmate information to other law enforcement agencies, the courts and other jail personnel.
Assist with the laundry, kitchen, janitorial, medical and other functions in the jail as needed; supervise trustees in the accomplishment of assigned duties.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. Previous Corrections experience desired.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to pass a police background check including criminal history, credit history, drug exam, polygraph and psychological exam.
Must pass Cooper test (physical fitness) and complete Criminal Justice Training Corrections Academy.
Access certification
Maintain and operate a portable Breathalyzer unit.
Maintain and operate a taser.
Valid WA State driver’s license with a driving record free of serious or frequent violations.
Valid first aid and CPR certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:
- Applicable local, State and Federal laws and regulations relating to jail facilities and activities and the detention of individuals.
- Health and safety regulations.
- Record-keeping techniques, maintaining records and preparing reports.
Skill in:
- Performing legal and defensive driving practices.
- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
- Basic math: Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
- Computers and related software programs.
- Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Problem solving.
- Decision making and conflict resolution.
- Diffusing irate or combative individuals.
Ability to:
- Assure the safety and security of City jail inmates, as well as receive, book, process and discharge inmates.
- Supervise, observe, move, escort and secure inmates during daily activities and work effectively with potentially hostile and abusive inmates
- Learn, apply and explain laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, including health and safety regulations, and comply with safety standards.
- Carry out orders and work within scope of authority.
- Relate effectively to people of a variety of cultures, languages, disabilities and socio-economic situations.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, using tact, patience and courtesy.
- Work varied schedules and shifts.
- Work independently with little direction.
- Promote public trust and confidence.

In recognition of the value its employees deliver to the organization, the City of Issaquah offers a generous compensation and benefits package, which includes banked holiday pay, vacation and sick leave, medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, optional Flexible Spending Account, annual orthodontic care benefit, Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance, wellness program, bereavement leave, education tuition reimbursement, deferred compensation options with matching contribution and retirement benefits through the Washington State Retirement System. The City is a member of the Social Security System.

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