Correctional Lieutenant | MCC

Correctional Lieutenant | MCC

Salary

$8,841.00 Monthly

Location

Snohomish County - Monroe, WA

Job Type

Agency Internal - Permanent

Job Number

2026-05853

Department

Dept. of Corrections

Division

Prisons - MCC

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

8/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

LIEUTENANT - WMS BAND 1

MONROE CORRECTONAL COMPLEX

THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO CURRENT PERMANENT WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS EMPLOYEES ONLY

The Department of Corrections is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals for the position of Lieutenant at the Monroe Correctional Complex.

The Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) is a 1700 bed male all-custody level facility located 30 miles northeast of Seattle. The complex consists of five major units: the Washington State Reformatory Unit (WSRU), Sky River Treatment Center (SRTC), a large mental health inpatient treatment unit, Twin Rivers Unit (TRU), Intensive Management Unit (IMU), and the Minimum-Security Unit (MSU). MCC provides care for the sickest and most complicated patients in our system.

Services provided at MCC include custody and security, classification, education, offender work programs, health care (both patient and outpatient), mental health care, sex offender treatment, food service, maintenance, personnel, recreation, volunteer services, religious services, library services, offender records, visiting and extended family visiting.

Department of Corrections (DOC), as a partner in the criminal justice system, enhances public safety, administers criminal sanctions and programs in accordance with the law and provides leadership for the future of corrections in Washington State. 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.

HOW TO APPLY

Complete the online application accessible via the Apply button located at the top right corner of this posting and attach the following:

• Cover letter regarding your interest in this position.
• Detailed chronological resume. Your resume will not substitute for the 'Work Experience' section of the online application.
• AND at least three professional-level references, valid phone number and email address for each is required. Review the Supplemental Information section for the definition of professional references and the requirements for each.
• If your degree (high school or otherwise) was awarded outside the United States, you must also attach a credential evaluation report. Review the 'Supplemental Information' section for more information.
• Please include transcripts from any applicable education.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

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 to your online application.

Duties

Under the supervision of the Captain, this position is responsible for the daily operation of the facility in accordance with DOC policies and MCC Operational Memorandums. The daily operation of the facility includes but are not limited to:

• Managing Use of Force incidents, utilizing all available resources to include mitigating alternatives such as directing the progressive use of force options.

• Act as Incident Commander

• Maintain security of institution in accordance with established Department methods and procedures, managing staff and incarcerated individual accountability

• Duty Officer Notification

• Complete reporting requirements, full review of documentation, and provide recommendations to Chain-of-Command.

• Provide direct supervision and leadership to the Correctional Sergeants as they monitor the Correctional Officers completing their day-to-day security operations.

• Ensure compliance with all agency policies, applicable collective bargaining agreements, RCWs, WACs, operational memorandums post orders/operations manuals.

• Facilitate employee development to include, training, coaching, mentoring, counseling and conflict resolution.

• Initiate corrective/disciplinary process

• Conduct investigations

• Administrative responsibilities/Roster Management. The Correctional Lieutenant provides concrete direction and a professional example to all Correctional Sergeants, Correctional Officers, and other non-uniform staff.

• Serve as the senior custody officer over the facility transportation responsibilities (transport Lieutenant position)

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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 of supervisory experience (can be gained concurrently with other required experience).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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.

• Ability to remain calm and act professionally during all emergent conditions.

• Ability to use de-escalation skills to manage stressful situations that involve abuse or hostility.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT):

Three years' experience as a correctional sergeant in adult corrections

OR

One year experience as a correctional sergeant with successful completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours of accredited college level course work.

Working knowledge of the principles and practices of correctional administration.

If you are utilizing your education to meet the job requirements, attach a copy of your college transcripts.

Note: Corrections experience means the focus of the work is dealing directly with incarcerated individuals a majority of the time.

Prior supervisory experience is critical to deliver a full range of services effectively. The lieutenant position directs, monitors, and inspects correctional staff who perform custody work; controls, directs and monitors the activities and movement of adult Incarcerated Individuals (I/I); and is responsible for coordinating and enforcing security regulations and I/I disciplinary control throughout the correctional institution. Duties require the exercise of full command authority based on time and circumstances in directing all shift operations of the facility.

Observation- Observes and strategizes personal action based on environmental conditions and human behavior.

Technology- Learns and utilizes computer-based applications in the performance of job duties.

Stress Tolerance- Remains calm and rational while handling difficult situations to include, but not limited to, volatile, threatening or other crisis/emergency situations. Expertly intervenes in response to threats.

Professional Standards- Knows and applies relevant law, policy, procedure, and practice. Adheres to established productivity standards and timelines. Identifies own training needs and proactively seeks training opportunities.

Adaptability- Incorporates new information into an existing framework of understanding. Accepts change and supports the Agency through changes in law, policy and procedure.

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:

• This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
• 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.

• Answers to supplemental questions must be verifiable with provided work history.
• 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 of hire. 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 Union Shop.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation fromwww.wes.organdwww.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
• 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 visitwww.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
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

PSERS: Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they actually retire under two different systems/plans. For more information, please contact the Department of Retirement System at: 1-800-547-6657.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Habsah Ruff at habsah.ruff@doc1.wa.gov or call us at (360) 794-2821. 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. Thats 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 WAC 357-31-165(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 WAC 357-31-165(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 WAC 357-58-175, 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, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) 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

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

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

Updated 01-07-2026

01

Are you a current DOC employee?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least two years of correctional experience in adult, juvenile, law enforcement or related field?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered yes to the above question, please describe where you gained this experience to include dates and places of employment. If this does not apply to you, please put NA. See resume will be considered an incomplete answer.

05

Do you have at least two years supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered yes to the above question, please describe where you gained this experience to include dates and places of employment. If this does not apply to you, please put NA. See resume will be considered an incomplete answer.

07

Do you have at least one year of experience as a correctional sergeant in adult corrections?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you successfully completed semester or 45 quarter hours of accredited college level course work?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have a valid vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Washington?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you eligible to use and/or possess a firearm under Federal Law 18 USC-Section 922 and RCW 9.41.040?

• Yes
• No

11

Please describe a time you were in an emergency situation and had to remain calm and professional.

12

Please describe a time you had to utilize de-escalation skills to manage stressful situations that involve abuse or hostility.

13

If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? (The below link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents)

• Yes
• No

14

If hired for this position, will you require employer sponsorship, either now or in the future?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Washington

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View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504

Website http://www.careers.wa.gov