Salary: $9,145.00 Monthly
Location : Clallam County - Clallam Bay, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2025-04986
Department: Dept. of Corrections
Division: Prisons - CBCC
Opening Date: 07/18/2025
Closing Date: 7/27/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
Correctional Unit Supervisor (CUS)

Clallam Bay Corrections Center (CBCC)

Full Time | Permanent

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Correctional Unit Supervisor at Clallam Bay Corrections Center.
Clallam Bay Corrections Center is a 900-bed male facility located on the point of the Olympic Peninsula. It is 50 miles west of Port Angeles and looks out over the Strait of Juan de Fuca at Vancouver Island. This facility houses medium and close custody incarcerated individuals. CBCC also operates a Restricted Housing Unit.
Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all incarcerated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.

Duties

This position is responsible for supervising Incarcerated Individuals, staff and the daily operations of an incarcerated living unit in accordance with Washington Administrative Code (WAC's), DOC policies and facility Operational Memoranda.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Supervise, monitor, and direct the operations of an incarcerated living unit to include security practices, incarcerated individual program assignments, sanitation of units, and compliance with DOC custody policies and operational memoranda.

• Direct the security and accountability of incarcerated individuals assigned to the unit.
• Chair the Facility Risk Management Team/Multidisciplinary Facility Risk Management Team in their review and implementation of classification discussion and recommendations for Incarcerated individual programming, custody levels, and transition planning. Solicit input from all resources to include the Incarcerated individual.
• Ensure the living unit sanitation level is consistent with expectations that are mandated by local, State, County, and Federal guidelines.
• Ensure inspections/searches of Incarcerated individuals, incarcerated individual property, and living unit to include program and other areas of the unit, are completed in accordance with established Department policies and procedures.
• Ensure all maintenance standards are associated with the operation of the living unit are requested and completed in a timely manner that minimizes the impact on staff work areas and Incarcerated Individuals living conditions.

Plan, direct, and/or supervise the work of living unit staff, which includes Support Staff, Counselors, Correctional Officers, and Correctional Sergeants.

• Establish and prioritize performance expectations for staff utilizing core correctional practices.
• Conduct timely employee performance evaluations and ensure proper training is provided. Recognize good performance and appropriately document in employee records. Assess staff individually for career development personal/professional goals and provide them with training and/or rotational experiences.
• Monitor work performance; investigate and take appropriate corrective or recommend disciplinary action.
• Ensure all persons supervised by this position read and comply with Department policies, Operational Memoranda and Post Orders/manuals.

Plan, direct and monitor unit programs.

• Coordinate scheduled activities to enable all Incarcerated individuals the optimum availability for participation.
• Ensure resource information is made available to incarcerated individuals regarding programs and transitional opportunities.
• Create and support incentive programs and awards to promote unit morale and positive behavior.

Oversee, conduct and/or participate in hearings, investigations and meetings.

• Oversee and conduct infraction hearings and classification hearings.
• Serve as the Disciplinary Hearing Officer.
• Participate with other management team members to develop, review and implement policy decisions, strategic plans and mission statements.

Duty Officer rotation.

• Serve as Facility Duty Officer on a rotational basis for notification of incidents at the facility per Department policies and Operational Memoranda.
• Be available during non-business hours. Respond to facility after hours within one hour, make notifications, provide advice and act as resource, provide delegate authority and authorization. Records calls and event details.
• Attend required Emergency Management trainings.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, AND
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and three years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody or community corrections or professional counseling or casework experience.

OR

• Satisfactory completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 quarter credits) and five years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody or community corrections or professional counseling or casework experience; AND
• Two years of experience as a supervisor. (This experience may be gained concurrently with the required experience above)..

**Relative experience will substitute year for year of required education.
Demonstrated ability to:

• Provide positive leadership in times of stress, conflict, and unforeseen events.
• Remain calm and rational while handling difficult situations to include, but not limited to, volatile, threatening, or other crisis/emergency situations.
• Expertly intervene in response to threats.

Preferred/ Desired Education, Experience and Comptencies:

• Working knowledge of DOC Policies, RCW's, WAC's and Operational Memoranda.
• Working knowledge of Incarcerated Individual management and supervision, including behavior management, classification process, sanitation, security and safety. Understanding of Incarcerated Individual programs, including preparation of Incarcerated Individuals for transition back into society.

Supplemental Information
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.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• In order to be considered for this position, please attach the following items with your application:
• Resume
• Cover Letter

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
  **Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date ofhire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

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 vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 11 paid holidays a year (12 in 2022 for Juneteenth)
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [email protected] or call (360) 963-5515.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.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
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 Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022
01

Do you have a High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Select the option that best matches your qualifications for this position.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) AND three (3) years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody, or community corrections, or professional counseling or casework experience.
• Satisfactory completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 quarter credits) and five years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody, or community corrections, or professional counseling or casework experience AND at least 2 years of experience as a supervisor.
• I have relevant experience that substitute year for year of the required education.
• I do not have the required education and/or experience.

03

Please describe where you gained the qualifying experience above? Note: See Resume is not an acceptable answer. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A".
04

How much knowledge and/or experience do you have interpreting and explaining formal policies, state and federal laws and Operational Memoranda?

• I do not have this experience.
• I have 1-23 months of experience.
• I have 24-47 months of experience.
• I have 48 months or more experience

05

If you indicated above that you have experience interpreting and explaining formal policies, state and federal laws, and Operational Memoranda, please describe your experience and where it was gained. Otherwise, enter "N/A" in the box below
06

How much knowledge and/or experience do you have with case management, classification processes, sanitation, security, and safety?

• I do not have this experience.
• I have 1-23 months of experience.
• I have 24-47 months of experience.
• I have 48 months or more experience.

07

If you indicated above that you have experience with case management, classification, sanitation, security, and safety, please describe your experience and where it was gained. Otherwise, enter "N/A" in the box below
08

Did you attach a resume and cover letter as required to be considered for this position?

• Yes
• No

09

If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? (Yes or No) The attached link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

• Yes
• No

10

If hired for this position, will you require employer sponsorship, either now or in the future? (Yes or No)

• Yes
• No

Required Question