Corrections Officer

Job Summary Join Our Team and Protect Our Community : Are you seeking a career that truly matters, one where your dedication directly contributes to the safety and well‑being of your community? Clark County Jail Services is dedicated to protecting our community from the inside out. As a Corrections Officer, you will be an essential member of our team, playing a vital role in maintaining a safe, secure, and humane environment within our facilities. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to serve your community, uphold the highest standards of public safety, and embark on a rewarding career path with opportunities for advancement. Why Choose a Career with Clark County Jail Services? Make a Difference: Contribute directly to the safety and well‑being of your community. Essential Role: Be part of an essential service that underpins the justice system. As a Corrections Officer, you are the backbone of our jail system, providing essential public safety services 24/7. You will be responsible for the supervision, custody, and care of inmates, ensuring the security and order of our facilities, and preventing disturbances and escapes. Your vigilance and professionalism directly contribute to the safety of our community. Career Growth: Benefit from a career path with opportunities for advancement, including potential roles in training, specialized units, and leadership. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid leave, and a retirement savings plan. Hiring Incentives: Newly hired Corrections Officers may be eligible for hiring incentives up to $10,000, paid in installments as follows: $2,000 on the first paycheck and $8,000 upon successful completion of probation. Qualified lateral Corrections Officers may be eligible for incentives up to $25,000, paid as: $8,000 on the first paycheck, $8,500 upon successful completion of probation, and $8,500 after 3 years of employment. Education Incentives: Employees are eligible for education incentives on base wages after completing probation. Compensation: 2025 Hourly wage range $34.60 to $46.40. THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. Qualifications Mission Statement The Clark County Jail Services Department is dedicated to protecting the community from the inside out. We accomplish this mission by providing a safe, secure, and humane environment for inmates while upholding the highest standards of public safety. We are committed to the professional development of our staff and fostering a work environment that is ethical, respectful, and inclusive. Your Responsibilities Providing intake and release services for inmates, including interviews to determine medical and other special needs, and processing booking information. Maintaining order and ensuring the security of the Clark County Main Jail and Jail Work Center by supervising inmate activities and movement. Conducting searches for contraband to maintain a safe environment. Responding to emergencies in accordance with established policies and procedures, demonstrating composure and quick decision‑making. Preparing and transporting inmates for court appearances and other appointments. Enforcing rules and regulations within the jail facility. Monitoring inmate behavior through visual and electronic means. Conducting regular security checks, screening visitors, and performing headcounts and searches to prevent contraband. Instructing inmates on jail rules and procedures, addressing rule violations, and writing violation reports. Commitment to Professionalism and Reliability To effectively serve our community and maintain the integrity of our operations, excellent attendance is paramount. As an essential employee, you will be expected to work as assigned, which includes weekends, holidays, and various shifts (day, swing, or grave) on a 12‑hour schedule following a “4 on 4 off” rotation. Mandatory overtime may be necessary, and there may also be opportunities for voluntary overtime. Ideal Candidate Profile At least 21 years of age. United States citizens or legal permanent residents. Possess a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license. Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a physical fitness level sufficient to perform the duties of the job. Ideally, have experience in a security setting or military experience (this is a plus). Have a history of exceptional attendance. Meet the comprehensive background requirements outlined by Clark County Jail Services and the State of Washington. Essential Skills and Abilities Communication: Strong and clear communication skills to effectively interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds and give clear and concise instructions. Problem‑solving and Decision‑Making: Proven ability to analyze situations, assess risks, and make sound decisions, such as quickly assessing conflicts and determining appropriate interventions. Personal Attributes: Ethical Conduct & Accountability: Adherence to high moral and ethical standards, taking ownership of actions and outcomes. Resilience and Composure: Ability to maintain composure in high‑pressure environments and demonstrate maturity and self‑awareness. Cultural Awareness & Empathy: Understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds, displaying compassion and understanding. Growth Mindset & Officer Integrity: Demonstrated desire for continuous learning, understanding of Brady and Giglio rules and the importance of honesty and ethical conduct. Selection Process Details Steps Application: All candidates must submit a job application through this site. Written Test: All candidates must complete a written exam administered by Jail Services Recruitment and Training Team (Written‑Weighted 100%). Scores of 70 or above are accepted. Please contact Recruitment Officer Kurt Hollopeter at ov to register for our free local test. Test scores from other organizations are not accepted. Physical Test: All candidates, after successful completion of the written test, are invited to complete the Physical Ability Test (PAT). Candidates must complete the PAT before they are eligible to interview. Background Process: Criminal history investigation, affiliations, personal and professional references, employment history, credit check, driver’s record, polygraph, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and eligibility requirements. Disqualifying factors include any felony convictions, domestic violence charges, drug‑related convictions, reckless or negligent driving convictions within the last three years, dishonorable military discharge, affiliation with gangs or extremist groups, and failure to pass required examinations. Panel Interview: All candidates must complete a panel interview to be considered for the background phase. Eligibility List: Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications are placed on an eligibility list valid for 6 months. Conditional Offer: Offers of employment are contingent on passing physical, PAT, panell, polygraph, psychological, and drug screen, and fulfilling other examination requirements. Upcoming Test Dates: Free in‑house testing sessions are held every first Saturday of the month from 8:30 am to 11:30 am and every third Wednesday of the month from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the following location. Testing Location:Jail Work Center, 5197 NW Lower River Road, Vancouver. Job Duties Books inmates into the jail. Conducts interview to determine medical, other special needs, and acceptability to book into facility. Assists in entering booking information into the jail computer system; conducts pat‑downs, strip searches, and property searches. Takes fingerprints and prepares for submission to AFIS, WASIC, and FBI, photographs and other identification data. Releases inmates at completion of sentence. Supervises the activities of inmates within the jail housing areas and their movement from one area to another. Supervises and documents food services. Verifies needs and makes arrangements for medical and health care; monitors use of prescribed medications. Monitors recreational, educational, and visitation activities; monitors visits and interviews with authorized persons. Answers phone calls and relates information to authorized persons. Supervises the preparation of inmates for transportation to courts and other inmate appointments. Conducts regular security checks; screens and searches visitors; conducts periodic headcounts and searches of inmates and the areas accessible to them to prevent contraband. Administers or arranges for breathalyzer or urinalysis to detect suspected drug or alcohol use. Instructs inmates on jail rules and procedures; investigates suspected rule violations; takes informal action to correct inmate behavior as appropriate; writes violation reports and submits them to supervisor. Participates in inmate disciplinary proceedings as assigned. Maintains custody and control of inmates when confined to hospitals or other facilities as required; coordinates with various courts to ensure that inmates appear as scheduled for trial. Serves on various committees such as training, safety, classification, wellness, affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, and others; may be assigned temporary assignment as training officer or instructor positions. Performs duties as assigned. Salary Grade: Corrections Deputy.102Salary Range: $34.60 - $46.40 per hourClose Date: Open Until FilledRecruiter: Keely WarrenEmail: ov Equal Opportunity Employer Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at … Employee Benefits and Additional Compensation Clark County provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long‑term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some employees may have different benefits and additional compensation. Specific benefit information for different bargaining units can be found at … and additional compensation at … Retirement Information All Clark County employees must participate in the Washington State Retirement System Plan (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF). Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice. 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