Note : This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed.
Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Range:
$29.50 - $41.66 Hourly
Department:
Community Corrections
FLSA Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
About the Opportunity:
Community Corrections Specialist I $29.50 to $35.90/hour
Community Corrections Specialist II $34.24 to $41.66/hour
Community Corrections is currently hiring for a Community Corrections Specialist I/II.
The Community Corrections Specialist I/II monitors the daily activities of justice involved individuals (JIIs) in a 24-hour residential, minimum-security treatment and work-release facility. Employees maintain security, coordinate the activities of residents, make certain they follow the facility regulations or procedures, and interact with residents by providing information and assistance.
Depending on qualifications, appointments to these positions could be as either a Community Corrections Specialist I or II. Community Corrections Specialist I incumbents will advance through flexible staffing to the Community Corrections Specialist II position after demonstrating full-skill proficiency in all responsibilities, duties and obtaining a Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) certification.
These positions work within a facility operating 24 hour per day, 7 days per week. Community Corrections Specialist I/II positions will be assigned to work day, swing or night shifts, and must be willing to be scheduled to work on holidays and weekends.
This position is represented by the AFSCME labor organization. To review the full collective bargaining agreement, including any position‑specific benefits, please use the following link: Labor Agreements .
Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
Relevant procedures and practices to effectively monitor residents in a facility similar to the job classification.
Human behavior and performance, individual differences in ability, learning, and motivation as it applies to residents in a minimum-security setting.
Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate.
Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, residents, or the public from diverse groups and backgrounds.
Maintain complete and accurate records and write reports typical to the position.
Make immediate decisions when dealing with crisis situations.
Maintain composure, keep emotions in check, control anger, and avoid aggressive behavior even in very difficult situations.
To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link:
Community Corrections Specialist I | Washington County, OR
Community Corrections Specialist II | Washington County, OR
Minimum Qualifications
Community Corrections Specialist I
Education and Experience:
One (1) year of college coursework. Education must include some coursework in correctional studies, the social and behavioral sciences, or a related field to be qualifying; OR
One (1) year of experience in a correctional or residential treatment facility for juvenile or adult offenders.
Community Corrections Specialist II
Education and Experience
One (1) year of college coursework. Education must include some coursework in correctional studies, the social and behavioral sciences, or a related field to be qualifying; AND
One (1) year of experience in a correctional or residential treatment facility for juvenile or adult offenders; OR
Two (2) years of experience in a correctional or residential treatment facility for juvenile or adult offenders.
Additional Requirements
Possess and retain appropriate State of Oregon DPSST certification.
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