Snohomish County Planning and Development Services
Classification Specialist - Corrections - Civil Service
Snohomish County Planning and Development Services, Everett, Washington, us, 98213
Salary :
$72,096.84 - $87,611.40 Annually
Location :
Everett, WA
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
2024-COR-2179-OCT
Department:
Corrections
Division:
Corrections Special Detention
Opening Date:
10/23/2024
Closing Date:
11/15/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
BASIC FUNCTION
This 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.Job Duties
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIESAssess inmates and determines 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, data bases, 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.Assigns inmate housing within facilities and custody alternatives based on custody level, risk factors and special needs.Periodically conducts reassessments of inmates and adjusts custody level based on changes in behavior, legal status and special needs.Monitors inmates that must be kept separate from other inmates and ensures safety and protection of all parties.Maintains 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.Creates, presents for approval, oversees implementation and reviews administrative segregation and behavior management plans for inmates who present a danger to the safety and security of the facility.Screens 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.Conducts inmate discipline hearings within the scope of department policies, applicable laws, rules, and codes.Reviews inmate requests (KITES) and responds within the scope of department policy and procedure.Provides Notary Services to inmates as needed.Refers inmates to in-house and community resources/programs as necessary and appropriate, based on needs.Advocates 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 DUTIES
May 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 Qualifications
A 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 REQUIREMENTS
Candidates 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.
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge 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, data base and spread sheet 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 regulationsSUPERVISION
Employee 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 CONDITIONS
Work 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.
Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.Visit to learn more about the following benefits.
County Benefits
Medical InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsuranceRetirementBasic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) InsuranceLong Term Disability (LTD)Commuting BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Partners for Health Employee Wellness ProgramLeave & HolidaysVoluntary Benefits
Deferred Compensation 457(b)Supplemental Group Term Life InsuranceAdditional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Supplemental Individual Insurance PoliciesHealthcare Premiums
Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these for medical insurance. The County pays the for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's to learn more.
01
Following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process.A resume may be submitted, but it will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" will not be considered.Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application/work history and by your references?
YesNo
02
Are you United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient?
United States CitizenYes, Legal Permanent ResidentYes, DACA RecipientNo
03
Are you 18 years of age or older?
YesNo
04
Which of the following best represents your level of education?
High School Diploma or GEDAssociate's degreeBachelor's degree in related fieldBachelor's degree in an unrelated fieldMaster's degree or higher in related fieldMaster's degree or higher in unrelated fieldOther
05
Which of the following best describes your experience working in adult or juvenile corrections?
No experience to less than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 5 years5 or more years
06
Which of the following best describes your experience interviewing inmates to collect targeted information about presenting risks and needs?
No experience to less than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 55 or more years
07
Do you understand that this position is a full-time position that is staffed 7 days a week, including holidays, and you may be required to work weekends, holidays and evenings?
YesNo
08
This position will require you to undergo a number of pre-employment examinations including but not limited to a comprehensive background investigation, polygraph examination, a psychological evaluation, and pre-employment drug screening. If selected to move forward in this process, do you agree to these special requirements as documented in the job description?
YesNo
Required Question
$72,096.84 - $87,611.40 Annually
Location :
Everett, WA
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
2024-COR-2179-OCT
Department:
Corrections
Division:
Corrections Special Detention
Opening Date:
10/23/2024
Closing Date:
11/15/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
BASIC FUNCTION
This 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.Job Duties
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIESAssess inmates and determines 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, data bases, 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.Assigns inmate housing within facilities and custody alternatives based on custody level, risk factors and special needs.Periodically conducts reassessments of inmates and adjusts custody level based on changes in behavior, legal status and special needs.Monitors inmates that must be kept separate from other inmates and ensures safety and protection of all parties.Maintains 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.Creates, presents for approval, oversees implementation and reviews administrative segregation and behavior management plans for inmates who present a danger to the safety and security of the facility.Screens 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.Conducts inmate discipline hearings within the scope of department policies, applicable laws, rules, and codes.Reviews inmate requests (KITES) and responds within the scope of department policy and procedure.Provides Notary Services to inmates as needed.Refers inmates to in-house and community resources/programs as necessary and appropriate, based on needs.Advocates 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 DUTIES
May 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 Qualifications
A 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 REQUIREMENTS
Candidates 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.
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge 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, data base and spread sheet 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 regulationsSUPERVISION
Employee 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 CONDITIONS
Work 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.
Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.Visit to learn more about the following benefits.
County Benefits
Medical InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsuranceRetirementBasic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) InsuranceLong Term Disability (LTD)Commuting BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Partners for Health Employee Wellness ProgramLeave & HolidaysVoluntary Benefits
Deferred Compensation 457(b)Supplemental Group Term Life InsuranceAdditional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Supplemental Individual Insurance PoliciesHealthcare Premiums
Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these for medical insurance. The County pays the for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's to learn more.
01
Following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process.A resume may be submitted, but it will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" will not be considered.Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application/work history and by your references?
YesNo
02
Are you United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient?
United States CitizenYes, Legal Permanent ResidentYes, DACA RecipientNo
03
Are you 18 years of age or older?
YesNo
04
Which of the following best represents your level of education?
High School Diploma or GEDAssociate's degreeBachelor's degree in related fieldBachelor's degree in an unrelated fieldMaster's degree or higher in related fieldMaster's degree or higher in unrelated fieldOther
05
Which of the following best describes your experience working in adult or juvenile corrections?
No experience to less than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 5 years5 or more years
06
Which of the following best describes your experience interviewing inmates to collect targeted information about presenting risks and needs?
No experience to less than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 55 or more years
07
Do you understand that this position is a full-time position that is staffed 7 days a week, including holidays, and you may be required to work weekends, holidays and evenings?
YesNo
08
This position will require you to undergo a number of pre-employment examinations including but not limited to a comprehensive background investigation, polygraph examination, a psychological evaluation, and pre-employment drug screening. If selected to move forward in this process, do you agree to these special requirements as documented in the job description?
YesNo
Required Question