Community Corrections Officer 2 (Or CCO1 In-Training)
- PSI Writer
- Mount Vernon
Salary
$4,603.00
- $7,540.00 Monthly
Location Skagit County
- Mt. Vernon, WA
Job Type
Full Time
- Permanent
Job Number
2026-03279
Department
Dept. of Corrections
Division
CCD
- Section 6
Opening Date
04/17/2026
Closing Date
5/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information
The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
Community Corrections Officer 2 (or CCO1 In-training) Community Corrections Division
Mount Vernon, WA
[
DOC WFSE CCO1
- Monthly Salary Range 49: $4,603.
00 to $6,190.00]
[
DOC WFSE CCO2
Monthly Salary Range 57: $5,610.00 to $7,540.00]
Salary depends on qualifications.
- Minimum starting salary for a CCO1 placement begins at Step G ($5,338.
00/monthly).
If you are viewing this posting from an external job site (such as Indeed), copy/paste the following link to search and apply to this and other WA State Department of Corrections (DOC) positions: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/doc. Be aware that, due to the nature of this position, a writing exercise will be issued at interviews.
DOC's Mission is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
We are actively recruiting for a full-time, permanent Community Corrections Officer 2 (CCO2) vacancy within the Community Corrections Division. This position works for the Mount Vernon Field Office located at 205 W Stewart Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. Although this position will manage a caseload of supervised individuals, 45% of your duties will include being a Pre-Sentence Investigation (PSI) Writer.
The CCO2 has an in-training plan attached. Depending on your qualifications, you may be appointed at the CCO1 level or directly at the CCO2 level. As a CCO2 (or CCO1 In-training), you will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and contribute to the agency's mission to improve public safety by supporting the effective supervision and accountability of supervised individuals (S/Is) under agency jurisdiction. Supervision efforts will focus on S/I accountability and intervention to enhance and support a safe reentry into the community.
Shift hours:
0800-1700 Monday-Friday.
We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service and are committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our community and our agency. If you have a passion for service
- review, decide, and apply!
HOW TO Select the 'Apply' button located at the top right corner of this posting. A complete application packet includes the following:
Online application. You must complete the online application, including the 'Work Experience' section. Your resume will not substitute for this requirement. Cover letter. Regarding your interest in this position.
Resume. Detailed and chronological. Three professional-level references. Current and recent supervisors are preferred with a valid phone number and email for each. Review the 'Supplement Information' section for the requirements and definition of. References are contacted after the interview process.
Unofficial transcripts (if applicable). If your qualifying experience is less than four years or if you are not sure if your experience qualifies, you must attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts from an accredited higher education institution. Credential evaluation report (if applicable). If your degree was awarded outside the United States and if your qualifying experience is less than four years, you must also attach a credential evaluation report. Review the 'Supplement Information' section for more information.
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans' preference should attach a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
Do not include any personally identifiable information within your application packet, such as personal photos, driver's license, or social security number.
Incomplete application packages or statements such as 'see resume' in lieu of the requested information may disqualify you from the process. What is a Community Corrections Officer (CCO)?
In other states, a CCO equivalent position may be described as a Probation and Parole Officer. For more information about CCOs and other positions within our agency, including the hiring process and training involved, visit: Jobs & Employment | Washington State Department of Corrections. What is the Community Corrections Division (CCD)?
CCD offers guidance, support, and program opportunities for individuals returning to the community. For more information about CCD's priorities & goals, strategies, objectives, and performance measures, review the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan E Book (Download PDF reader).
Duties
Supervise criminal S/Is (supervised individuals) ordered to supervision in the community in accordance with Washington State law, Interstate Compact Rules/Regulations, and agency policy and within prescribed timeframes.
Conduct investigations, searches, issue warrants, and make arrests.
Complete intake.
Administer assessments (risk, needs, substance abuse).
Manage electronic and hardcopy files and reports.
As the Pre-sentence Investigation (PSI) Writer, additional duties will include:
Conducting complex PSI reports and drug sentencing alternative (DOSA) risk assessment reports on adult criminal offenders in accordance with agency policy and the law, and within timeframes ordered by the Superior Court.
Engage with S/Is to work towards positive change by using communication strategies.
Motivational Interviewing to enhance the S/I's intrinsic motivation to change. Principles of Effective Interventions to interact with S/Is and to manage behavior.
Enforce supervision conditions and the law.
Present accurate written documentation and oral testimony and make appropriate sanction recommendations for courts and/or hearings.
Identify, collect, document, process, and maintain evidence and information, ensuring proper chain of custody and storage.
Exercise sound judgment and follow Department policies, procedures, and protocols regarding the appropriate maintenance, security, handling, and discharge of department-issued firearms. Ensure proper safety and security measures are in place while armed and having S/I contact outside of the office environment to include wearing a safety vest as outlined in policy.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS OFFICER 1
(CCO1)
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Must have the ability to carry and properly utilize a department-issued firearm. Must possess and maintain an unrestricted vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Washington. Must have the willingness and ability to work with individuals with criminal backgrounds and anti-social behaviors; review graphic materials; and remain objective when dealing with individuals under supervision.
Must have the demonstrated ability through college-level coursework or experience in three or more of the following:
Written Communication skills: Clear, factual, concise, grammatically correct work.
Critical Thinking:
Evaluate and interpret, assess the situation, evaluate risk, separate fact and opinion, make informed conclusions, formulate courses of action, implement sound decisions.
Analytical Reasoning:
Interpret data, weigh the risks, break down larger issues identify solutions, make decisions or recommendations.
Conflict Resolution:
Observe and strategize personal interactions based on environmental conditions and human behavior, identify behaviors/needs, engage in a positive and constructive manner, acknowledge opposing opinions/thoughts, recognize issues, seek collaboration, communicate feedback, identify resources, promote a positive outcome.
Situational Awareness:
Remain calm and rational during difficult situations, proactively assess volatile, threatening, or other crisis/emergency situations, recall facts, document details.
Problem Solving:
Identify problems, identify causes, seek input, assess outcomes, implement solutions. Organizational Skill
- prioritize, plan, minimize distraction, assess progress, manage timeframes, detail orientation, time management.
Work independently: Learn duties, understand job expectations, comply with policy/procedure, meet productivity standards/timelines, identify training need/opportunities, engage team members/mentors, seek guidance/help when needed.
Flexibility:
Incorporate new information into an existing framework of understanding. Accept change and support the
