Corrections Officer

Salary

$87,262.14 - $107,930.60 Annually

Location

Multiple jail facilities in King County, WA

Job Type

Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs / week

Job Number

2025JB25669

Department

DAJD-Adult / Juvenile Detention

Division

KCCF

Opening Date

10 / 17 / 2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Q2 : KCCG-DAJD

Full- or Part-Time

Full Time

Summary

About the department : The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is a professional and nationally recognized organization that supports safe, vibrant, and healthy communities in partnership with other criminal justice and human service agencies. DAJD operates the largest county jail system in the State of Washington.

Department's Mission : We provide in-custody and community-based services that are data informed, advance safety, lead system change, and promote equitable outcomes for the people we serve.

About the position : Working in corrections is a challenging but rewarding career, where you can make a difference in the lives of others. As one of the largest corrections employers in the State of Washington, King County is able to offer job stability and security, and unique opportunities for career development, advanced training, and assignment to specialty units. King County DAJD correctional facilities operate 24-hours per day, 7-days per week. Typical shifts are 06 : 20 to 14 : 30 hours, 14 : 20 to 22 : 30 hours, and 22 : 20 to 06 : 30 hours, and may also include overtime when necessary. Alternative shifts, including the potential to be scheduled 12-hour shifts, may be offered or required on a limited basis. For more information, please refer to the Corrections Officer Job Class Description .

TOTAL COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS PACKAGE :

King County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how much we value our employees. The following is what you can expect as a full-time benefited King County employee :

• Correctional Officers may be eligible for the following additional pay premiums above the posted base salary : firearms qualified, bilingual premiums, field training officer pay, and longevity pay
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for degrees in approved fields of study
• Comprehensive provision of uniforms and equipment, including an annual uniform maintenance stipend and allocation of training ammunition
• Meals or meal vouchers provided while on duty
• 12 days of annual vacation leave with progressive career increases up to a maximum of 30 vacation days per year
• 12 days of sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 12 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 personal holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance :
• Life and disability insurance : employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement : King County employees participate in a generous pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and can voluntarily participate in additional 457k deferred compensation options.
• Transportation program, free ORCA transit pass, and paid parking.
• Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, bereavement leave, volunteer service leave, and military service leave
• Flexible Spending Account, wellness programs, Employee Giving Program
• Employee Assistance Programs, training & career development programs
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

For additional information about employee benefits please visit : Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy, but benefits may change over time. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

Work locations : incumbents may be assigned to either of two work locations :

Schedule and facility assignments are subject to staffing needs of the department and collective bargaining unit bid processes, which are seniority based.

Union membership : Positions in this classification are represented by the King County Corrections Guild (KCCG).

How to apply : Completion of a King County employment application and DAJD supplemental questionnaire is required. Resumes or letter of interest alone will not substitute for full application. Online applications are preferred. To apply, go to : http : / / www.kingcounty.gov / jobs.

Who to contact : For assistance with the online application process, please contact NeoGov Customer Support toll free at 1-877-204-4442 or www.Governmentjobs.com .

Questions regarding this position and the selection process may be directed to :

More information about this job and the department can be found on the DAJD website at www.kingcounty.gov / dajdjobs.

Veterans' Preference : Incumbents requesting Veterans' preference must submit a copy of their DD214 Member 4 form, via email to jacob.black@kingcounty.gov to determine eligibility. Veterans' preference will be applied as applicable.

Job Duties

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Minimum qualifications for entry level :

Most competitive : Applicants who possess corrections and / or criminal justice experience.

Lateral Experience : Training requirements and starting salary range will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Supplemental Information

Applicants currently working as a Corrections Officer are subject to the same application, testing, and screening process as other candidates. However, some additional benefits may be realized post-hire and include the following :

Selection process : Incumbents selected for this position must submit all required forms and materials, and successfully complete each of the following :

Additional information regarding physical testing - Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center requirements (WSCJTC) : All Corrections Officers are required to pass the Physical Ability Test (PAT) in order to attend the Corrections Officer Academy. The physical qualification process will include the following components :

To pass the Physical Agility Test administered by the WSCJTC, the applicant must pass all three events. The PAT is graded on PASS / FAIL and is no longer scored by points. You can review the PAT demonstration video at : http : / / vimeo.com / 491713554 . Please note, the Public Safety Testing written exam is not required for this position.

Post hire : Incumbents must successfully pass a physical ability test (PAT) again. The post-hire PAT is administered by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) which is required for admission to the Corrections Officer Academy. Failure to successfully pass the WSCJTC PAT will result in termination of employment. Incumbents must complete a four-week orientation, a ten-week Corrections Officer Academy (COA length is subject to change per WSCJTC policy), a six-week field training program and successfully complete a minimum one-year probationary period. All incumbents must be able to participate in rigorous physical training at the academy and must be able to work with adult jail residents in physical situations throughout their employment.

If you have failed the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention's background investigation process within the past two years, your application will not be considered at this time, unless otherwise notified.

Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you have questions, please contact a recruiter listed on this job announcement.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs :

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page .

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE : Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and / or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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