Salary: $8,841.00 Monthly
Location : Clallam County - Clallam Bay, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number:
Department: Dept. of Corrections
Division: Prisons - WCCW
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Closing Date: 7/20/2026 10:00 AM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

Description
Correctional Lieutenant | CBCC

Full Time | Permanent | WMS Band 1

Location: Clallam Bay Corrections Center | Clallam Bay, WA

Salary: $8,841 Monthly
This recruitment could be utilized to fill multiple positions.
The Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a dedicated leader to join the Clallam Bay Corrections Centerteam as a Correctional Lieutenant! The goal of this position is to direct, monitor and inspect correctional staff who perform custody work.
In this role, you will oversee the activities and movements of adult incarcerated individuals, assume responsibility for coordinating and enforcing security regulations, and incarcerated disciplinary control throughout the correctional institution. You will be tasked with ensuring appropriate safety and security measures are followed and managing Use of Force situations with follow-up including reporting requirements, review of documentation, and providing recommendations to the chain of command.
The Correctional Lieutenant provides leadership and guidance to Correctional Officers under their chain of command, ensuring compliance with all agency policies, applicable collective bargaining agreements, Merit System Rules, the Revised Code of Washington, Washington Administrative Codes, judicial procedures, division directives, operational memorandums, and post orders/operations manuals. You will facilitate employee development including training, coaching, mentoring, counseling, and conflict resolution.
Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all incarcerated can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.
If you are interested in applying and would like to be considered, acompleted application packet will include:

• A cover letter regarding your interest for this position with our agency
• A detailed resume
• Three professional references

Duties
We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.

As a Correctional Lieutenant, some of your duties will include:

• Managing the Use of Force situations utilizing all available resources to include mitigating alternatives such as directing the progressive use of force options which could include:
  • Completing reporting requirements, full review of documentation and providing recommendations to chain of command
  • Acting as the Incident Commander, managing and directing institution emergencies at the Institution and coordinating responses with outside agencies
  • Maintaining security of the institution in accordance with established department methods and procedures by managing staff and incarcerated accountability, controlling movement into, out of, and within the institution, shift security, staff, incarcerated movement (adjusting as necessary), incarcerated programing and incarcerated work areas
  • Clearing the institution count and maintaining a high level of management visibility within the institution
  • Notifying the Duty Officer of significant events and/or incidents of concern
  • Initiating incident specific packet documentation gathering to include specific emergency checklists, incident reports, etc., in support of Incident Command, Incident Review and Intelligence and Investigation gathering
  • Ensuring appropriate safety and security measures are followed during transports to safeguard staff, incarcerated and community
  • Managing Use of Force situations utilizing all available resources
  • Completing reporting requirements, full review of documentation, and providing recommendations to chain of command
• Providing direct supervision to the correctional sergeants as they monitor correctional officers completing their day-to-day security operations to include:
  • Ensuring compliance with all agency policies, applicable collective bargaining agreements, Merit System Rules, the Revised Code of Washington, Washington Administrative Codes, judicial procedures, division directives, operational memorandums and post orders/operations manuals
  • Daily roster management for Correctional staff and staff accountability
• Administrative Responsibilities/Roster Management

Qualifications
What we need (required qualifications):

• Graduation from High School or GED

AND

• Two years of correctional experience in adult, juvenile, law enforcement or related field

AND

• At least two years supervisory experience (can be gained concurrently with other required experience)

OR

• One year experience as a Correctional Sergeant

AND

• Successful completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours of accredited college level course work

In addition to the above education/experience, the below knowledge, skills and/or abilities are required:

• Demonstrated skills to communicate clearly, factually and concisely both orally and in writing, in routine and emergency situations
• Demonstrated ability to recall detailed information and maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time
• Remains calm and acts professionally during all emergency conditions
• Ability to use de-escalation skills to manage stressful situations that involve abuse or hostility
• Possess and maintain a vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Washington
• Eligible to use and/or possess a firearm under Federal Law 18 USC-Section 922 and RCW 9.41.040 and qualify annually with a rifle, pistol and shotgun as required

What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):

• Three years experience as a correctional sergeant in adult corrections

Supplemental Information
Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community - understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

Telework Details

This position may be allocated for telework. If authorized for the role, work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite. Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a "drop in" area available, however, a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.
What We Offer:

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacation days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the ' web site.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [email protected] or call us at 509-630-9160. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.