Classification Specialist - Corrections - Civil Service

BASIC FUNCTIONThis class performs work in areas of inmate classification, risk assessment, housing program assignment, inmate discipline, inmate access to mandated services, and development and implementation of programs to meet the social service needs of inmates under the care and supervision of Snohomish County Sheriff's Office – Corrections Bureau.STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIESAssess inmates and determine proper custody level, presenting risk factors, violence potential, special needs, program needs, and life safety issues; conducts assessments through face-to-face interviews, review of official records, databases, and contacts with other professionals to ascertain prior and present in-custody behavior, criminal history, current offense information, and special needs factors such as medical and mental health.Assign inmate housing within facilities and custody alternatives based on custody level, risk factors, and special needs.Periodically conduct reassessments of inmates and adjust custody level based on changes in behavior, legal status, and special needs.Monitor inmates that must be kept separate from other inmates and ensure safety and protection of all parties.Maintain detailed electronic and paper files and documentation regarding inmate behavior, custody level, risk factors, housing/program assignments and special needs for inmates on assigned caseload or program.Create, present for approval, oversee implementation, and review administrative segregation and behavior management plans for inmates who present a danger to the safety and security of the facility.Screen inmates for placement to inmate work status such as inmate worker module, minimum security facilities, work release, home detention, work program, and other alternatives to incarceration.Conduct inmate discipline hearings within the scope of department policies, applicable laws, rules, and codes.Review inmate requests (KITES) and respond within the scope of department policy and procedure.Provide Notary Services to inmates as needed.Refer inmates to in-house and community resources/programs as necessary and appropriate, based on needs.Advocate on behalf of inmates with other department staff, courts, and criminal justice agencies regarding issues such as delayed release, property, conflicts, etc.STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIESMay conduct needs assessment of inmate population to determine appropriate in-house programs and/or community resources to be made available to inmate population; facilitates inmate access to programs; leads, teaches, and/or facilitates classes, programs, and seminars with groups of inmates; cultivates and develops partnerships with social service agencies, non-profits, community groups, religious organizations, and individuals; educates and trains department staff regarding various programs available to inmates.May be assigned to coordinate the inmate grievances.Responds to inquiries from attorneys, other agencies, and families regarding inmate welfare.Provides crisis counseling, intervention, and mitigation as needed.Performs related duties as required.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSA Bachelor’s degree; AND, one (1) year of work experience in a correctional facility; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate. Must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient as per RCW 41.14.100.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSCandidates must successfully pass a criminal history background investigation, a polygraph examination, a psychological evaluation, and pre-employment drug screening. Candidates must be at least 18 years old at the time of application. No maximum age.KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESKnowledge of:offender classification and risk assessment techniquesinterviewing and counselingindividual and group behaviormental attitudes, common needs, and assets of socially, culturally, and economically disadvantaged personslaws, codes, and court decisions regarding correctional operations specifically in areas of inmate due process, classification, discipline, and programmingjudicial and criminal justice systemcontemporary practices in correctional programming and offender changefunctions and resources of Seattle-Everett area social and health service agenciescomputer keyboarding, data entry, and word processing, database, and spreadsheet programsAbility to:effectively interview inmates, analyze information from multiple sources, determine courses of action and evaluate individual progressapply abstract principles, guidelines, and concepts to concrete work situationswork independently, manage multiple priorities and timerelate to and communicate with persons of diverse ages, social, economic, cultural, and educational backgroundsestablish and maintain rapport with inmates, guide them toward positive goals, and communicate with them in both supportive and confrontive modesdiffuse hostile and angry individuals using communication skillsrespond effectively in crisis and emergency situationsexpress ideas and recommendations clearly and effectively both orally and in writingestablish and maintain effective working relationships with criminal justice system officials, social service organizations and agency staff, associates, other county employees, and the publicfollow oral and written instructionsmaintain detailed records and prepare clear, concise written reportsexercise initiative and judgment and make decisions within the scope of assigned authorityread, interpret and apply work-related laws, rules, and other regulationsSUPERVISIONEmployee in this classification reports to the Corrections Classification Supervisor or Community Corrections Lieutenant. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed for quality, adequacy of professional judgment, and compliance with established goals and policies through conferences, reports, and appraisal of results obtained.WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed in a maximum security jail facility or minimum security facility. As these facilities are operated 24 hours per day / 7 days per week, employees in this class may be required to work shifts including days, evenings, and nights including weekends and holidays.Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.EEO policy and ADA notice

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