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Yakima Police Department - Lateral Corrections Officer

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Yakima Police Department - Lateral Corrections Officer

Last updated on August 20, 2024
PST Partner Agency since May 16, 2012

Vacancies: 6

Important Information

The YPD Difference…

At the Yakima Police Department Corrections Division, we believe in building relationships—relationships between ourselves and the community we protect, relationships between our fellow officers and their families, and personal relationships to support us in what we do every day.

That is why at YPD, we believe in providing our members a fulfilling work environment, excellent pay and benefits, and a supportive community so they can stay focused on the life-saving duties they perform.

At YPD we pride ourselves on taking care of those who take care of our community members every day and we know it makes all the difference.


FREE!! Candidates are able to add their test scores for the position of Corrections for FREE!!

**The City of Yakima is offering new Corrections Officers a hiring incentive of $10,000!!

$5,000 be paid on their first paycheck following the first full month of employment and the additional $5,000 to be paid on the paycheck following their first full year of employment!! (after execution of a 36 month repayment contract of employment) In addition newly hired Lateral Corrections Officer will receive a bank of 40 in lieu hours that can be used at any time during the first year of employment!!!***


START YOUR REWARDING CAREER TODAY!!!!

Community Information

Yakima is located in South Central Washington where the Naches and Yakima Rivers join. Yakima leads the way to the Cascade Mountains. It also opens up wonderful opportunities in the fruitful Yakima Valley.


The 300 days of sunshine and breathtaking sights beg those who experience it to take advantage of the wonderful outdoor activities. Included are camping, fishing, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, skiing, snow boarding and boating to mention a few. For entertainment, Yakima also offers the turn-of-the-century Capitol Theatre, the Yakima Valley Museum, the Visitors and Convention Center, and the Central Washington State Fair.


The Yakima Valley is known for production of forest products, manufacturing aircraft parts and supplies; and machinery used in food product packaging. The main industry is agriculture that flourishes through producing and processing tree fruits, hops, mint, vegetables, livestock, dairy and wine. The extended growing season and rich soil provide the perfect conditions to produce grapes excellent for wine making. The Wine industry in the Yakima Valley has boomed in recent years, with international recognition of Yakima wines and vineyards.


The active participation of Yakima's citizens was recognized in 1994 and 2015 when Yakima became an "All-America City". Community members and leaders are proud of their achievements and stand firm in the commitment to work together to keep Yakima a beautiful and thriving community.

Department Information

The Yakima Police Department is a full service police agency offering a wide variety of services to the community. The Department operates out of its main downtown station which includes a 78 bed jail. In addition the Department maintains about 100 prisoners in other facilities.


***The City of Yakima is offering new Corrections Officers a hiring incentive of $5,000 to be paid on their first paycheck following the first full month of employment (after execution of a 36 month repayment contract of employment)


In addition newly hired Lateral Corrections Officers will receive a bank of 40 in lieu hours that can be used at any time during the first year of employment!***

Job Description

Under the general supervision of a Police Department supervisor, performs specialized duties involving the control and management of detainees in the City Jail, and supervises detainee work crews in the maintenance of public facilities and equipment. Ensures safety and proper treatment of detainees, in accordance with department directives and applicable law. Work is performed in accordance with established procedures, but employees are expected to apply independent judgment in making routine and emergency decisions.

Shifts are as follows:

A Squad: 0645-1445

B Squad: 1445-2245

C Squad: 2245-0645

Area Information

County: Yakima
Population: 92,000
# of Staff:

Hiring Status

Yakima Police Department - Lateral Corrections Officer has 6 vacancies.

The eligibility list is a continuous listing and maintained as scores are received from PST.  Follow up applications, and testing including oral board interviews are conducted on an as-needed basis. Vacancies are filled through a Civil Service process with the top three candidates forwarded for thorough background investigations, physical, psychological and polygraph examinations & final selection as vacancies occur.

 

Number of Current Vacancies: 6

Salary Information

For Lateral Candidate the Salary starts at step C of the Corrections Officer class code -

Starting $31.65/hr - $5,486.00/mo. (Posted rate of pay includes 2% deferred compensation contribution)


***The City of Yakima is offering new Corrections Officers a hiring incentive of $10,000!!

$5,000 be paid on their first paycheck following the first full month of employment and the additional $5,000 to be paid on the paycheck following their first full year of employment!

(after execution of a 36 month repayment contract of employment)***


In addition newly hired Lateral Corrections Officers will receive a bank of 40 in lieu hours that can be used at any time during the first year of employment!***

Benefit Information

BENEFIT PACKAGE:

The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth. The City offers a competitive benefit package including:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
  • FREE healthcare clinic!
  • WA State PERS pension plan
  • 1% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
  • Leave accruals:
    1. Vacation – Starting at 7.67 hours/month
    2. Sick – 8 hours/month
    3. Personal holiday – 2 days
    4. Observed holiday – 11 holidays
  • Up to 5% bilingual/biliterate English/Spanish special pay
  • Life Insurance
  • Much more!

Yakima Police Department - Lateral Corrections Officer Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination Yes, required
LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) No, not required (may be required later)
Minimum Age Must be 20 years of age or older at time of appointment (19 ½ at time of application).
Citizenship US Citizen / Lawful Permanent Resident / DACA-Recipient 
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 Will be carefully reviewed
Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes
Basic Corrections Academy Certification Must have completed course of study for Corrections Officers by WA State Criminal Justice Training Commission
Prior Experience Requirement Must have 2 years continuous corrections service as a Corrections/Detention Officer within the last 5 years.
Body Decorations Tattoos & body art must be covered by standard uniform. Tattoos and/or body art that cannot be covered are prohibited.
Other >Applicants may be required to re-take the physical ability test during the background process.
Multiple Scores from Same Applicant Once an applicant’s score is received from PST it will be placed on an eligibility list and it is valid for 1 year. Yakima PD will not consider any other score until that 1 year has passed and the score expires. At that time Yakima PD will consider the next available score from the applicant.

Yakima Police Department - Lateral Corrections Officer Disqualifiers

The following are automatic and potential disqualifiers. Applicants should not apply to our agency if they indicate any of the automatic disqualifiers. Potential disqualifiers will be considered on a case by case basis.

Category Disqualifier
Driving
Potential Driving records will be carefully reviewed.
Drug Usage
Automatic Illegal use of illegal drugs in the last 1 year.
Automatic Illegal use of ANY controlled substance while employed in a criminal justice capacity.
Potential Illegal opiate use.
Potential Hallucinogen use within past 10 years.
Potential Other drug use outside these standards will be considered on case by case basis.
Potential No illegal sale of ANY drug, including marijuana.
Potential Pattern of illegal use of prescription medication.
Potential Any use by injection of amphetamines/methamphetamines.
Potential Use of cocaine over five times regardless of time frame.
Potential Use of non-prescribed oral or injectable steroids over five sequences/cycles within the last 2 years.
Potential Use of marijuana or hashish over 15 times.
Potential Use of amphetamines/meth amphetamines over five times.
Potential Any use of crack cocaine.
Potential Any use of free-based cocaine/paste.
Potential Any use of marijuana within the last year.
Potential

*** Above are some typical disqualifiers, however the list is not all inclusive. All previous drug history informatin will be reviewed on a case by case basis to determine suitability.
Criminal Activity
Automatic Any adult felony conviction.
Automatic Any misdemeanor, or felony conviction while employed in a criminal justice capacity.
Potential Adult misdemeanor convictions will be carefully reviewed.
Potential Juvenile felony conviction will be carefully reviewed.
Automatic Been convicted of any crime under a domestic violence statue.
Automatic Unlawful sexual misconduct.
Employment
Automatic Been dishonorably discharged from the United States armed forces.
Automatic Lied during any stage of the hiring process.
Automatic Falsified his or her application, personal history questionnaire, or any other forms during hiring process.
Automatic Previous revocation or denial of (CJTC/POST) certified status, or suspension of current CJTC/POST certified status.
Financial
Automatic Failure to pay income tax or child support.
Automatic Current credit accounts, or unresolved accounts in collection will be carefully reviewed.

Contact Information

Yakima Police Department - Lateral Corrections Officer

200 S. 3rd Street
Yakima, WA 98901 Yakima County
509.575.6200

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Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: Yes, required
PAT: No, not required (may be required later)


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