The City of Enumclaw is located in Western Washington in South King County. Enumclaw is roughly 1 hour from Seattle, Crystal Mountain and Mt. Rainier. The City boundary spans 5 square miles and is surrounded by farmland and the Cascade Foothills.

The Department’s Corrections Officer position is under the supervision of the Corrections Supervisor (Sergeant) and the Support Services Division Commander. The Corrections Division provides 24-hour security; monitoring, housing and care for inmates and those incarcerated by law enforcement and the City’s Municipal Court. Jail Services are also provided for a variety of contract City’s and the States Department of Corrections for bed space and general jail services.

To provide a professional level of core Jail Services using law enforcements best practices and industry standards for the custody and control of inmates as governed by Federal, State, County and local regulations in conjunction with the judicial system. To assure that the systems and processes in place are relative to the chosen values, principles and philosophies deemed effective towards quality services.

The Department’s Corrections Officer position is under the supervision of the Corrections Supervisor (Sergeant) and the Support Services Division Commander. Correction Officers provide 24-hour security; monitoring, housing and care for inmates and those incarcerated by law enforcement and the City’s Municipal Court. Jail Services are also provided for a variety of contract City’s and the States Department of Corrections for bed space and general jail services. Additional duties include liaison with the various Municipal Courts, the City Attorney’s Office, outside health care professionals, as well as in-house medical care and transportation.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The ability to follow the best practices and industry standards associated with the Correctional Officers position responsibilities.
• To ensure that all correctional services conducted are within the legal guidelines and accepted law enforcement and jail practices.
• The ability to work in conjunction with outside agencies and representatives in a professional manner.
• The ability to create a positive, constructive work atmosphere and promote harmonious working relations among unit members and department personnel.
• To ensure the proper steps are followed for professional case management.
• To provide for the continual safety, security, order, care, and program activities of the jail facility and those incarcerated.
• Responsible for bookings and releases of inmates as prescribed by law.
• Coordinates the work of inmate trusties and ensures the timely completion of assigned tasks and duties.
• Responsible for the daily operations of systems, records and legal documents as they pertain to the operation, policies and guidelines, and maintenance of the jail facility.
• To ensure the daily health, safety and sanitation of the jail facility.
• The learned ability to safely manage and control those incarcerated through an evacuation plan, fire safety issues, disease and infection control, and for the appropriate use of physical restraints.
• The learned ability to monitor and recognize signs of physical and mental health issues and/or symptoms, suicide precautions, and the administering of medications as legally prescribed.
• The learned ability to safely and professionally conduct searches of inmates, cell areas and property.
• The learned ability to provide proper food services and/or prescribed foods and meals.
• The learned ability to recognize and address risk management issues and problems.
• The learned ability to screen and work with inmate employers for jail work release programs.
• Prepare and submit reports and information to the Jail Supervisor for activities involving health, safety, and or disciplinary issues involving inmates or other personnel.
• The learned ability for the efficient use of the various computer systems, electronic fingerprinting and technology enhanced equipment used within the jail facility
• Operate within guidelines set forth by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC), current legislation and best practice governing boards.
• To perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police or designee.

SCHEDULE

• 4 on and 4 off
• 12 Hour Shifts
• Day Shift: 0600 – 1800
• Cover/Mid Shift: 1000 – 2200
• Night Shift: 1800 - 0600

Enumclaw Police Department - Jail/Corrections has 1 vacancy.

The City of Enumclaw is continually accepting applications for entry level as well as experienced/lateral Corrections Officers. To be considered as entry level, you must have current Public Safety Testing scores and a City of Enumclaw application turned in. Please also provide a copy of your DD-214 if claiming veterans scoring criteria.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Katy McKee, Civil Service Secretary - kmckee@ci.enumclaw.wa.us

Tana Nissen, HR Manager - tnissen@ci.enumclaw.wa.us

$5,803 - $7,406 /month.**

6 salary steps. Starting position dependent on experience.

Base salary does not include scheduled overtime, holiday pay, educational incentive, longevity pay, $200/mo VEBA contribution and $1,000 yearly uniform allowance.

**5% shift premium included. 

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• VEBA
• PSERS
• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Optional Compensatory Time
• Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Optional Disability Insurance
• Optional Health Care FSA / Dependent Care FSA