Corrections Position

Skamania County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer

 

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Skamania County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer

Last updated on October 17, 2024
PST Partner Agency since June 30, 2016

Vacancy: 1

Important Information

PST will complete the written and physical agility testing. Our office will conduct an oral board interview and practical based scenario test. Upon successful completion an interview with the Sheriff will be scheduled. A selection will be made upon the Sheriff’s review and a conditional offer given, pending the outcome of the background investigation, polygraph, and psychological testing.

PLEASE NOTE: If you have any questions or concerns regarding the disqualifiers, please contact the Sheriff Department at (509) 427-9490 and ask to speak to Undersheriff Tracy Wyckoff.

Community Information

Skamania County is a rural county with the Columbia River being its southern border. The Columbia Gorge National Scenic area and the Gifford Pinchot National Forest are both located within its borders. The Portland/Vancouver Metropolitan area is 50 miles to the west. The county itself is just over 1600 hundred square miles and encompasses Mt. St. Helens and the west side of Mt. Adams. Our area is a highly acclaimed recreational paradise, with hiking, windsurfing, kite boarding, mountain biking, boating opportunities, camping, and many other outdoor activities. There are two incorporated cities within Skamania County, Stevenson and North Bonneville. The Sheriff’s Office provides law enforcement services to both communities.

Department Information

The Skamania County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency. We are the only law enforcement entity in the county and serve a population of 12,000 year round residents. Our office consists of a jail, dispatch, civil, and patrol/investigative divisions.

Area Information

County: Skamania
Population: 12,000
# of Staff: 45

Hiring Status

Skamania County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer has 1 vacancy.

The eligibility list is a continuous listing and maintained as scores are received from PST with oral board interviews conducted on an as-needed basis. Vacancies are filled by Civil Service "rule of three" with the top three candidates forwarded to the appointing authority for background investigation & selection as vacancies occur.


Number of vacancies: 1

Salary Information

$54,708-$65,244 (contract in negotiations, 2022)

Benefit Information

Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life, paid vacation and sick leave. Washington State Public Safety Employee's Retirement Plan, PSERS II and deferred compensation Plan (DCP).

Skamania County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination Yes, required
LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) Yes, required

Your physical ability test must be completed 180 days (~6 months) before or after your passing written exam.

PST Personal History Statement Yes, required within 7 days of passing required exam(s)  
Minimum Age 18
Citizenship US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Driver's License Required Yes
Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult No adult felony convictions at any time.
Felony Conviction(s) as a Juvenile Juvenile felony conviction will be carefully reviewed.
Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes
Vision Requirements Must meet LEOFF II standards.
College Requirement No
Other
Multiple Scores from Same Applicant We consider the highest score received within the past one year
Request/Access Scores On an as-needed basis as vacancies occur

Contact Information

Skamania County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer

200 NW Vancouver Ave
POB 790
Stevenson, WA 98648 Skamania County
(509)427-9490

Website


Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: Yes, required
PAT: Yes, required

PST Personal History Statement: Yes, required within 7 days of passing required exam(s)


Other Skamania County Sheriff's Office positions

Lateral Corrections Officer
Entry Level Road Deputy
Lateral Road Deputy