CORRECTIONAL UNIT SUPERVISOR

CORRECTIONAL UNIT SUPERVISOR

Salary

$9,765.00 Monthly

Location

Snohomish County - Monroe, WA

Job Type

Agency Internal - Permanent

Job Number

2026-07043

Department

Dept. of Corrections

Division

Prisons - MCC

Opening Date

08/21/2026

Closing Date

8/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

CORRECTIONAL UNIT SUPERVISOR (CUS)

Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC)

WMS Band 1

Full-time- Permanent

NOTE: This recruitment is open to Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) permanent employees only.

This recruitment may be used to fill further permanent positions.

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Correctional Unit Supervisor (CUS) at Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) at Monroe, WA.

A Letter of Interest preferably no more than two (2) pages, indicating how you meet the qualifications and why you believe you are the ideal candidate for the position must be attached to your application.

Agency Profile:

The Department of Corrections, 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. The Department consists of the Office of the Secretary, Prisons Division, Community Corrections Division, Administrative Services Division, and Health Services.

Facility Profile:

The Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) is a 2400-bed male all-custody level facility located 30 miles northeast of Seattle. Employing approximately 1200 staff, the complex consists of five major units: the Washington State Reformatory Unit (WSRU), Sky River Treatment Center (SRTC), Twin Rivers Unit (TRU), Intensive Management Unit (IMU), and the Minimum-Security Unit (MSU). Services provided at the Monroe Correctional Complex include custody and security, classification, education, incarcerated work programs, health care (both patient and outpatient), mental health care, sex offense treatment, food service, maintenance, personnel, recreation, volunteer services, religious services, library services, Incarcerated Individual records, visiting and extended family visits.

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.

AGENCY PROFILE:

For additional information about our agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.

Join our team to be part of an organization that is dedicated to offering opportunities for career advancement and personal growth! DOC offers:

• Flexible schedules
• Comprehensive compensation packages
• Benefits package
• Training and development opportunities to continue building your career with us.

Apply today to join our team and start making a real difference in your community!

Application Process

Begin your application process online at www.careers.wa.gov:

• Click the green Apply button on the job posting and sign in or create an account.

• Complete your application.

• Please be sure to attach the following to your application:

• A cover letter outlining how you meet the qualifications for this position,

• A detailed chronological resume; and

• At least (3) three professional references - A professional reference is identified 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.

• Click "Accept & Submit" to submit your application.

Incomplete application packages may disqualify an applicant from the application process.

We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to interview. Carefully review your application before submitting. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted.

Duties

Position is responsible for supervising incarcerated individuals, staff and daily operations of facility living units in accordance with Washington Administrative Code (WACs), DOC policies and facility Operational Memorandum. The management of a living unit includes: (1) providing direct supervision and leadership to Classification Counselors, support staff, and Correctional Sergeants who supervise Correctional Officers; (2) the continuous inspection and review of correctional and security procedures to ensure proper application of directives; (3) analyzing operations and recommending solutions to problems and improvements for efficiency and economy; ensuring all sanitation and security requirements are met; and (4) assisting with the development and implementation of new or updated DOC policies, Operational Memoranda, and facility rules and procedures relating to facility functions and assigned tasks; (5) knowledge of Administrative Segregation (Ad Seg), Classification and intake processes.

Supervise, monitor and direct the operations of a facility living unit to include security practices, incarcerated program assignments, sanitation of the units, and compliance with DOC custody polices and operational memoranda. This position supervises staff on all three working shifts and will occasionally need to be present during all three shifts.

Direct the security and accountability of incarcerated individuals assigned to the unit. This ensures the safety of staff, the incarcerated, visitors, volunteers, and the general public.

Administer and facilitate the Facility Risk Management Team / Multidisciplinary Facility Risk Management Team in their review and implementation of classification discussion and recommendations for incarcerated programming, custody levels, and transition planning. Solicit input from all resources to include the incarcerated.

Ensure the living unit sanitation level is consistent with expectations that are mandated by local, State, County and Federal guidelines and local facility standards.

Ensure all safety standards associated with the living unit are consistent with expectations that are mandated by local, State, County and Federal guidelines and local facility standards.

Ensure all maintenance standards 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 the incarcerated living conditions. Ensure inspections/searches of the incarcerated, their property, and living unit, to include program and other areas of the unit, are completed in accordance with established Department policies and procedures.

Plan, direct, and 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.

Assist with and participate in Incarcerated Individual Programming activities at the Monroe Correctional Complex Twin Rivers Unit.

Conduct timely employee performance evaluations and ensure proper training is provided. Recognize good performance and appropriately document in the employee records. Assess staff individually for career development, personal/professional goals, and provide them with training and/or rotational experiences. Provide coaching and mentoring to staff and lead by example.

Monitor work performance, investigate and take appropriate corrective or recommend disciplinary action.

Participate in the recruitment process and submit recommendations to hire temporary or permanent staff.

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

Oversee and/or conduct infraction, Ad Seg and classification hearings. Ensure all Incarcerated Individual due process rights are afforded and applied in an objective and impartial manner.

Oversee and/or conduct investigations pertaining to allegations of staff misconduct, incarcerated resolutions, tort claims, and administrative segregation placements.

Ensure all persons supervised by this position read and comply with Department policies, Operational Memoranda and Post Orders/manuals.

Qualifications

Required Education, Experience, and Competencies::

• Possess a valid drivers license.

AND

• Masters 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 two years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody or community corrections or professional counseling or casework experience.

OR

• Bachelors 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 credits or 90 quarter credits) and five years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody or community corrections or professional counseling or casework experience

OR

• HS Diploma/GED Equivalent and six years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody or community corrections or professional counseling or casework experience; AND

• Two (2) years of experience as a supervisor*. (This experience may be gained concurrently with the required experience above.)

A 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.

• Note: Corrections experience is defined as the focus of the work is supervising or counseling incarcerated individuals (I/I) a majority of the time.

Note: All college degrees must be from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• A working knowledge of DOC Policies, Revised Code of Washington (RCWs), Washington Administrative Code (WACs), and facility Operational Memoranda (OM).
• A working knowledge and Training towards the goals and visions of the Department of Corrections Washington Way program.
• A working knowledge of I/I management and supervision, including behavior management, classification process, sanitation, and security and safety.
• Understanding of evidence based I/I programs including the preparation of I/I for transition back into society.
• A 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.
• Supervisory Experience

Prior supervisory experience is critical to deliver a full range of services effectively. The Correctional Unit Supervisor position supervises, monitors, and directs the operations of an Incarcerated Individual living unit to include staff supervision, security practices, incarcerated program assignments, sanitation of units, and compliance with DOC custody policies and operational memoranda. Duties require the exercise of full command authority in directing all shift operations of the living unit. Supervision is exercised over subordinate correctional, classification and support services.

• IT IS A REQUIREMENT to provide a minimum of three professional references with your application. The Department of Corrections defines a professional reference 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. Failure to provide this information may result in your application not being considered for this position.
• Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience section in your application or you may not be considered for this position. Resumes will not replace the completed "Work Experience" section in your online application.
• You may be disqualified if your work experience does not include information used to: 1) Meet the minimum qualifications of the job and 2) back up your answers to the supplemental questions. Only complete applications will be considered. Please be sure to answer all supplemental questions and attach all required documents.

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.

For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• 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.
• If this position is included in a Union Shop, employees will be required to become members within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
• 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
• 12 paid holidays a year
• 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 Andrew.max@doc1.wa.gov or call (360) 794-2716. 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, permanent, Washington State Department of Corrections employee?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent and six years juvenile or adult corrections experience in treatment, custody or community corrections or professional counseling or casework experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a Bachelors 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 of professional work experience in adult or juvenile corrections or closely related field? Note: Corrections experience is defined as the focus of the work is supervising or counseling incarcerated individuals (I/I) a majority of the time.

• Yes
• No

04

Have you satisfactorily completed two (2) years of college (60 semester or 90 quarter credits) 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 five (5) years professional work experience in adult or juvenile corrections or closely related field? Note: Corrections experience is defined as the focus of the work is supervising or counseling incarcerated individuals (I/I) a majority of the time.

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess a Masters 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 two (2) years of professional work experience in adult or juvenile corrections or closely related field? Note: Corrections experience is defined as the focus of the work is supervising or counseling incarcerated individuals (I/I) a majority of the time.

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered yes to the above question 3, 4, or 5, please provide a brief explanation of how, where, and when you gained your qualifications as stated above. If you answered no, please type N/A in the text box below.

07

How many years of experience do you have supervising staff?

• I have less than 2 years of experience
• I have 2-4 years of experience
• I have more than 4 years of experience

08

For the above question, please provide a brief explanation of how, where and when you gained this knowledge and experience as a supervisor.

09

Have you attached your unofficial college transcript(s)?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you possess a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you possess working knowledge of DOC Policies, RCWs, WACs, and Operational Memoranda?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you possess the ability to provide positive leadership in times of stress, conflict, and unforeseen events and remain calm and rational while handling difficult situations to include, but not limited to, volatile, threatening, or other crisis/emergency situations?

• Yes
• No

13

If you answered yes to the above question, please provide a brief explanation of how, where and when you gained this knowledge and experience. If you answered no, please type N/A in the text box below.

14

Do you possess a working knowledge of offender (I/I) management and supervision, including behavior management, classification process, sanitation, security and safety?

• Yes
• No

15

If you answered yes to the above question, please provide a brief explanation of how, where and when you gained this knowledge and experience. If you answered no, please type N/A in the text box below.

16

Do you have experience and/or working knowledge of evidenced based I/I programming for rehabilitation and preparation of I/Is transition back into society?

• Yes
• No

17

If you answered yes to the above question, please provide a brief explanation of how, where and when you gained this knowledge and experience. If you answered no, please type N/A in the text box below.

18

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

• Yes
• No

19

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

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Washington

Address View Job Posting for Agency Information

View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504

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