Corrections Specialist 4 - INTERNAL CRU - Tacoma

Corrections Specialist 4 - Section 4 Community Corrections Division Tacoma, WA [DOC WFSE Monthly Salary Range 64: $7,066.00 to $9,506.00]

• This INTERNAL recruitment is open to current, permanent WA State Department of Corrections (DOC) employees only.

Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety.

Our agency is looking to INTERNALLY fill a full-time, non-permanent Corrections Specialist 4 (CS4) - CRU Specialist position within the Community Corrections Division (CCD). This position works for the Community Response Unit (CRU) located at 1016 South 28th Street, Tacoma, WA 98409. This non-permanent appointment will be assigned to the FBI Task Force and part-time with the Mason and Kitsap County Sheriff Offices and is expected to last about six months.

This position works as a Southwest Region Community Response Unit (CRU) Specialist assigned to the FBI South Sound Gang Task Force working under Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in an official law enforcement capacity and in cooperation with the Mason and Kitsap County Sheriff offices. The primary duties of this CS4 position includes conducting complex criminal investigations, apprehending wanted fugitives with WADOC, state/local, or federal arrest warrants. This position requires working long hours outside of a DOC office with multiple law enforcement agencies within high risk, stressful, and harsh environments. Shift hours: Monday-Friday, 0800-1630.

We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service and are committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our community and our agency. If you have a passion for service - review, decide, and apply!

HOW TO APPLY Select the 'Apply' button located at the top right corner of this posting. A complete application packet will include the following:• Online application. You must complete the online application, including the 'Work Experience' section. Your resume will not substitute for this requirement.

• Cover letter. Regarding your interest in this position.
• Resume. Detailed and chronological.
• Three professional-level references. Current and recent supervisors are preferred with a valid phone number and email for each. Review the 'Supplement Information' section for the requirements and definition of. References are contacted after the interview process.
• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable). If your qualifying experience is less than the required amount or if you are not sure if your experience qualifies, you must attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts from an accredited higher education institution to supplement for the required minimum qualifications.
• Credential evaluation report (if applicable). If your degree was awarded outside the United States, and if your qualifying experience is less than the required amount, you must also attach a credential evaluation report. Review the 'Supplement Information' section for more information.

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans’ Preference should attach a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to your online application.

Do not include any personal photos or personally identifiable data within your application packet, such as a driver’s license or social security number.

Incomplete application packages or ‘see resume’ in lieu of the requested information may disqualify you from the process. Act as a criminal investigator responsible for performing a variety of investigative duties.• Conduct complex criminal investigations and apprehend high profile, violent wanted fugitives and individuals supervised under the jurisdictions of DOC.

• Participate as a member of a joint task force which is composed of federal, state, and local law enforcement personnel.
• Locate, research, investigate, author search warrants, and execute search warrants and seizures.
• Work with prosecuting attorneys at the state and federal level.
• Use of de-escalation techniques and the ability to communicate with offenders and fugitives in a positive and respectful manner.

Provide Field Offices, Reentry Centers, and Prisons with investigational services and tactical assistance in fugitive apprehension and complex criminal investigations.• Assist CCOs, Correctional Specialists, Reentry personnel, and Prison staff with investigations.

• Exercise sound judgement aligned with DOC policies in decisions concerning arrests, use of force, police tactics, and fugitive and criminal investigations.
• Maintain good standing with federal, state, county, and local task force.

Assist DOC in developing, implementing, and educating staff in Arrest Planning and Implementation; Use for Force; Arrest techniques; collection and processing of evidence; most current court cases; and laws.

Other duties as assigned.

For a complete/detailed position description, you may request a copy from the recruiter listed below. Refer to the 2026- requisition/job # listed above.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Three years of experience as a Community Corrections Officer 2 (CCO2), CCO3, and/or Community Corrections Supervisor (CCS).

• Must possess and maintain an unrestricted vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Washington.
• Must have the legal, constitutional right to carry a department-issued firearm.
• Must have successfully passed a department psychological assessment.
• Must have successfully graduated the Community Correction Officer Academy (CCOA).
• Must have successfully graduated/completed the Community Corrections Firearms Academy and are currently armed.

The successful candidate must be willing and able to:• Work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts and be on call 24 hours a day.

• Be free from the use of narcotics or controlled substances (marijuana is a controlled substance).
• Be willing to travel on short notice in support of the CRU mission.
• Work in all weather conditions.

Applicants assigned to a Task Force will be required to:• Be fingerprinted and successfully pass a thorough background investigation performed by the assigned partnering federal agency/task force. Applicants unable to successfully pass the thorough background investigation will be removed from the hiring process and not considered for the position.

• Successfully complete a basic law enforcement academy or equivalent law enforcement training within 12 months from the date of hire, which may include completion of a physical fitness test prior to entry.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or University whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

• Experience working with a local police agency and assisting them with their agency needs. This includes working patrol operations, special events, arrest/search operations, etc. Be prepared to provide agency contact information and specific examples of this work that can be verified.
• Instructor in any Use of Force discipline (Firearms, Taser, Control Impedance, and Tactics/Defensive Tactics).

If selected for hire, you may be required to meet the following SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS and CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:• Complete a felony disclosure form prior to employment and submit to a criminal background check.

• Successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service, and other required training.
• Become familiar and comply with all department policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements, as applicable.

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.

For more information about our agency, visit our Mission & Vision.

The WA State Department of Corrections (DOC) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of 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:• This recruitment may be used to fill more than one position. If this position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE), this recruitment may be used to fill additional positions up to sixty days after all listed positions have been filled.

• References: A minimum of three professional references with a valid email and phone number for each is required. Although current and recent supervisors are preferred, 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, include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates. If you are entering your references in the online application (preferred), complete the following fields: • First and Last name

• Title (include their relationship to you, for example: Field Administrator, former supervisor)

• Phone

• Email

• Address Line 1 (list the name of the reference's organization)

• Salary is based on skills and abilities that apply to the primary functions of the role and/or years of experience and is decided at the time a final offer of employment is made. The salary range listed in the job posting includes steps A-M. Within a permanent salary range, step M is a longevity step, it is typically gained six years after being assigned to step L.

• Work with or near incarcerated or supervised individuals: This position may work directly with or near incarcerated or supervised individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Take this into account before applying.

• Background and criminal record history checks will be conducted prior to employment. Information gathered may not preclude employment, but it will be considered in determining your suitability for the position.

• Pre-employment drug test: A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment process. Applicants who test positive for a controlled substance may 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 you could expect in this position.

• 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 Form I-9’s list of acceptable documents. Note: DOC does not use E-Verify. We are not able to partake in STEM Optional Practice Training (OPT).

• Foreign equivalent degrees: If your degree was awarded outside the United States, you may be required to provide a credential evaluation report if your education is used to meet the minimum requirements. Request a report fromwww.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org.

• Represented position: This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

What We Offer 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 a generous retirement plan and comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, additional perks might include:• Fourteen to twenty-five paid vacation days per year (depending on years of service and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) if a represented position)

• Eight hours of paid sick leave per month
• Twelve paid holidays per year (includes one personal holiday)
• One personal leave day per year (in accordance with the CBA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Deferred Compensation Program (DCP)
• And more! Visit our benefits page for more information.

Retirement Options• PERS: State employees are members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer-contributed retirement programs within PERS. For additional information, refer to the Department of Retirement Systems or call 800-547-6657.

• PSERS: Many positions within DOC are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a PERS-eligible position to a PSERS-eligible position, they will retire under two different systems/plans. Contact DRS for more information.

For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected] (Talent Acquisition Recruiter/HRC4) or 360-522-6304. Make sure you reference the recruitment/job # listed above, it begins with 2026-.

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