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.
DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on 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:
- 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 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 bargaining unit.
Telework Details
This position may be allocated for telework. 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:
- Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
- Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
- 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
- 11 paid holidays a year (12 in 2022 for Juneteenth)
- Generous retirement plan. This position is covered by PERS (Public Employees’ Retirement System) 2 and PERS 3 retirement plans. It is not covered by PSERS (Public Safety Employees’ Retirement System).
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Deferred Compensation and so much more!
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application
process, please email dochrsecdepops@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 360-515-2453. For TTY service, please
call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
The 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 on the first day of employment.