Corrections Specialist 3 - Reentry Navigator

Corrections Specialist 3 - Reentry Navigator

Salary

$6,043.00 - $8,123.00 Monthly

Location

Spokane County - Spokane, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Non-Permanent

Job Number

2026-04093

Department

Dept. of Corrections

Division

Reentry

Opening Date

07/15/2026

Closing Date

7/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary Information

The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

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Description

Department of Corrections

Corrections Specialist 3 - Reentry Navigator

Eleanor Chase House Reentry Center | Spokane, WA

Reentry Division

This recruitment has been reopened to broaden the candidate pool. If you have already applied, there is no need to reapply. Your application will remain in consideration.

Our agency is looking to hire a non-permanent Corrections Specialist 3 within the Reentry Division. This position is based at the Eleanor Chase House Reentry Center in Spokane, WA. The working schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This non-permanent appointment is anticipated to last through December 31, 2026.

The Department's mission is to improve public safety with a key goal to positively change lives with the objective to reduce recidivism, or the rate of return to institutions the first year after release, by increasing the number of individuals who receive reentry transition services and direct resources to focus on successful transition.

This position is a member of the Reentry Division, Reentry Navigator Team. The Reentry Division includes Education, Correctional Industries, Housing Voucher, and Strength in Families, just to name a few. This position also serves as a member of reentry care teams that may include, but not be limited to, institution and community supervision staff, iCoach representatives, family, faith-based support, mentors, housing providers, Health and Human Service providers, and community support.

This position directly supports achieving Governor Inslee's Results Washington goal of DOC reducing recidivism and facilities compliance with RCW 72.09.270 regarding legislatively mandated Individual Reentry Plan (IRP). This position is critical in supporting successful reentry and thereby reducing the likelihood of recidivism and increasing safety for the public, staff, and incarcerated individuals. This position will be responsible for reentry planning workshops, resource event coordination, Individual Reentry Plan support, and scheduling reentry team meetings (RTM) driven from the Integrated Reentry Continuum of Care Model or attending wraparound meetings. During RTM's this position will be responsible for identifying institution/community care teams to discuss individualized needs, development of IRP's and provide individuals with access to programs and services, which target identified needs and scorecard items. Be a reentry liaison for individuals to access resources provided by community-based organizations, whose services provide individuals with opportunity to engage in and develop skills needed to enhance a successful transition to the community.

This position directly supports compliance with Governor's Executive Order 16-05 Building Safe and Strong Communities through Successful Reentry. This position assists in providing individuals opportunities that will contribute to personal growth and the likelihood of reducing future victims. The Reentry Division provides people with focused opportunities for success.

A complete application packet will include all of the following attachments:

1.Cover letter regarding your interest in this position.

2.Detailed chronological resume.

3.Three professional references with valid phone number(s) and an email address for each. Definition of "professional references" is listed below in Supplemental Information section.

4.Copy of your unofficial transcripts. (if applicable)

An incomplete application package may disqualify you from the process. Please ensure you do not upload any protected files when attaching to your application.

For information about the Reentry Division, please visit our webpage.

Our mission at the Department of Corrections is to improve public safety by positively changing lives. With more than 8,000 employees, we recognize that staff are our greatest asset, and the efforts of our dedicated workforce have garnered national recognition! Whether the work is inside a prison, out in the field, or an administrative office, DOC staff experience a high degree of personal reward knowing their efforts are creating an environment in which incarcerated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to safer communities.

DOC OFFERS:

• Flexible schedules
• Comprehensive compensation packages
• Training and development opportunities
• The fulfillment of public service

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Provide reentry navigation by assisting individuals in completing Individual Reentry Plans, Essential Needs Checklist, coordinating Reentry Team Meetings or participating in wraparound meetings, providing transfer day support as needed, and providing resource navigation that meet the identified needs and/or Scorecard items. Reentry navigation services include connecting appropriate resources and support systems based upon the individual's risk, needs, and reentry goals and objectives:

• Identify existing evidence-based programs and services that address criminogenic needs identified through the Washington ONE assessment in coordination with the individual's correctional counselor, corrections specialist, or community corrections officer. Provide resource navigation and assist with the referral process to identified programs and services in coordination with the individual's corrections counselor, corrections specialist, or community corrections officer.
• Coordinate Reentry Team Meetings with the individual and reentry team members to support stabilization and progressive achievement of identified goals and execution of the reentry plan for successful reintegration into the community.
• Meet with incarcerated individuals, key correctional staff, pro-social supporters (if available), health services and treatment staff (when applicable) for participants to identify programs, services and resources that address risk and needs during confinement, partial confinement, and following release or transfer to support successful reentry.
• Identify what resources are available in the community matching individual's IRP/Scorecard needs that will provide long-term benefits to the community and the individual.
• Develop essential needs checklist with the individual to provide a plan for the critical first 72 hours after an individual's release or transfer.
• Maintain regular communication with participant through workshops, facility visits, e-mail, telephonic or office visit.
• Attend facility and community Reentry Resource Events that promote engagement with community partners and provide ongoing support for individuals in their communities.
• Request and process essential needs funds for transfer day support.

Support the work of incarcerated individuals in developing Individual Reentry Plans to address the needs of the individuals including education, employment, substance abuse treatment, mental health treatment, family reunification, and other areas which are needed to facilitate a successful reintegration into the community. This duty serves to meet Governor Inslee's initiated Results Washington outcome measures to reduce recidivism, increase post-release employment and decrease homelessness:

• Support incarcerated individuals in development of IRPs through workshops, groups, or individual work in conjunction with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify reentry programs and services within the assigned areas of coverage.
• Coordinate with Correctional staff to ensure that the individuals are referred and connected to the appropriate programs and services that are based upon risk and needs.
• Recruit, schedule and facilitate community-based partners to present workshops and resource information for reentry planning efforts within the institutions and in the community.

Provide effective communication, documentation, collaboration, and community outreach. Tasks include:

• Collect and track data related to reentry outcomes including IRP completion, reentry planning workshops/groups/individual efforts, Essential Needs Checklist completion, transfer day support, Reentry Team Meetings, and regular contact with individuals.
• Record, access, update, and retrieve participant-related information from agency
• Represent the agency on various community groups that provide services and partnerships to ensure continuous engagement of a wide range of systems and community-based agencies in an effort to leverage available resources that may support sustainable reentry.
• Connect incarcerated individuals with community justice center and/or community transition coordination network in the area in which the incarcerated individual will be residing once released from the correctional system.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED and 5 years' experience providing reentry/transition support to justice-involved population.

Five years of experience needs to include:

Three years of experience working with a range of system and community-based resources available to support the diverse spectrum of potential reentry needs such as collaborative relationships with entities external to the agency, such as county, city, and regional jails, residential/outpatient treatment facilities, housing organizations, health and human services providers, and/or work release facilities OR three years of experience using participant-driven reentry strategies in adult or juvenile corrections, social services, or closely related field.

OR

• Associates degree and 4 years' experience providing reentry/transition support to justice-involved population.

OR

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years' experience providing reentry/transition support to justice-involved population.

OR

• Master's degree and 2 years' experience providing reentry/transition support to justice-involved population.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with program participants, staff at all levels within the Agency and with a broad range of system- and community-based external stakeholder organizations.

• Ability to build strong rapport with justice involved individuals and use effective engagement strategies to maintain open communication; gauge participant competencies; discuss needs, barriers, and goals; collaborate in problem- solving; and support each participants capacity to prioritize action steps.

• Ability to develop proficient skills in group facilitation.

• Ability to work both independently and in close collaboration with system- and community-based stakeholders. Demonstrate a willingness to receive, internalize, and learn from feedback to exhibit professional growth.

• Knowledge of prison-, jail- and community corrections-based standards and rules with the ability to analyze information to identify problems and develop subsequent action and strategic plans.

Possession of good interpersonal skills, ability to work without direct supervision, demonstration of high degree of motivation.

In addition to the above, this position requires demonstrated competency in the following areas (competency may be gained through education, experience, or a combination thereof):

• Facilitator Skills - Demonstrates empathy, understanding of group processes and interpersonal interactions, and the ability to control a group of individual participants through non-coercive means.

• Community Relationships - Participates in the formation and maintenance of successful relationships with criminal justice partners and community resources.

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

• 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 community corrections related law, policy, procedure, and practice. Adheres to productivity standards and timelines established by law and policy. 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in the Washington State criminal justice system (i.e. law enforcement, prosecution, courts, correctional facilities, and community correction supervision) from the point of arrest to the point of release from jurisdictional custody. Working knowledge of the key decision points for the transition of person released from prison or jail to the community transition and intent and desired outcomes.

Special Requirements:

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

• Complete a felony disclosure form prior to employment and submit to a criminal background check.

• Successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service and other required training.

• Provide physical residential address and home telephone number to the Department of Corrections.

• Become familiar and comply with all Department policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.

• Submit to drug testing in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement and agency policy.

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.
• Peoples 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 peoples success:Corrections is committed to our community - understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

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.

• 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.
• 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.

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 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!

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 Department of Retirement Systems web site.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email grace.kilmer@doc1.wa.gov. 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

Do you have a valid Driver License?

• Yes
• No

02

Please select the option that most accurately describes your experience/education:

• High school diploma/GED and 5 years' experience providing reentry/transition support to justice-involved population.
• AA degree and 4 years' experience providing reentry/transition support to justice-involved population.
• Bachelor's degree and 3 years' experience providing reentry/transition support to justice-involved population.
• Master's degree and 2 years' experience providing reentry/transition support to justice-involved population.
• I do not possess any of the above combinations.

03

Please describe how you gained this experience; to include names of employer(s) and dates of employment, as listed in your application under "work history." If you answered No indicate with N/A in the field below. Do not respond with "see resume".

04

Do you have five or more years of corrections experience providing reentry/transition support to justice-involved population that includes: Three years of experience working with a range of system- and community-based resources available to support the diverse spectrum of potential reentry needs such as collaborative relationships with entities external to the agency, such as county, city, and regional jails, residential/outpatient treatment facilities, housing organizations, health and human services providers, and/or work release facilities

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered Yes to the previous question, please describe how you gained this experience; to include names of employer(s) and dates of employment, as listed in your application under "work history." If you answered No indicate with N/A in the field below. Do not respond with "see resume".

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How many years of experience using participant-driven reentry strategies in adult or juvenile corrections, social services, or closely related field?

• I have less than 2 years of this experience.
• I have 2 years of this experience.
• I have 3 years of this experience.
• I have 4 years of this experience.
• I have 5 or more years of this experience.
• I do not have this experience.

07

If you answered Yes to the previous question, please describe how you gained this experience; to include names of employer(s) and dates of employment, as listed in your application under "work history." If you answered No indicate with N/A in the field below. Do not respond with "see resume".

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Please describe your expertise in navigating justice involved individuals in reentry planning, identifying essential needs prior to transitioning to the community.

09

Please describe your experience in collaboration with community-based reentry services and/or state agencies in assisting individuals transitioning to the community from confinement.

10

What is the biggest barrier for individuals transitioning from confinement to the community? Describe how the individual can overcome the barrier.

11

Please describe a time where you assisted an individual in successfully transitioning to the community and how you supported their success.

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Have you attached your resume, a letter of interest and three professional references to this application?

• Yes
• No

13

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit?

• Yes
• No

14

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

Required Question

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