Correctional Hearings Officer 3

JOB Correctional Hearings Officer 3 Office of the Deputy Secretary - Hearings UnitKennewick Field Office - Kennewick, WA Spokane Field Office - Spokane, WAThese positions will be required to work at various facilities and may be eligible for part-time telework.
The Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals to fill two permanent Correctional Hearings Officer 3 (CHO3) positions within the Office of the Deputy Secretary, Hearings Unit, located in Kennewick, WA and Spokane, WA.
Our mission at the Department of Corrections (DOC) is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives'.
With a vast number of innovative sustainability programs, and evidence-based practices used to reduce recidivism, Washington State is highly regarded as a strong leader in the field of Corrections.
For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.
wa.
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The following must be attached to your completed application: A cover letter outlining your qualifications.
A detailed chronological resumé.
And at least three professional references with a phone number and an email address for each.
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.
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Independently preside over hearings and negotiated sanction reviews as assigned throughout Washington StateServe as the quasi-judicial body who presides over administrative disciplinary hearingsProactively avoid all ex parte communicationCollaborate with the case manager and host facility to mitigate safety and security concernsEnsures individuals are afforded all required due process and that hearing procedures are strictly followed consistent with case law and in accordance with federal and state lawVerify full and timely notice, jurisdiction to conduct hearing, and foundation for any adjudicated allegation to determine guilt of any allegationApply neutral and unbiased discretion to determine whether the preponderance standard has been met, or whether probable cause has been met for Interstate Compact hearingsEvaluate evidence using applicable standards, including hearsay and relevanceAssess witness credibility and reliabilityApply neutral and unbiased discretion to impose reasonable and appropriate sanctions, according to state law, up to and including DOSA revocation and return to prisonVerbally articulate on record clear reasoning for all findings and sanctionsDocument the hearing process including analysis of evidence relied upon, and rationale for decisions in an audio and written recordEvaluate and determine if eligible individuals require attorney representation for the hearingPreside in hearings in which individuals are represented by an attorneyDetermine whether discovery requests are reasonableDetermine if good cause existsEnsure the individual knowingly and voluntarily admits to the allegation(s) and determine whether the recommended sanction is reasonably related to the crime of conviction, violation committed, risk to reoffend, and/or safety of the communityPerform all prep work necessary to conduct hearings and negotiated sanctions within directed timeframesDocument each process and decision in writing and audio recordingEnter all hearing and negotiated sanction decisions and upload all audio recordings in the individuals electronic record within directed timeframesDistribute documentation to various stakeholders as requiredRegular statewide travel is required Determine if the evidentiary burden is met to support the finding of probable cause for all formal disciplinary processes for individuals supervised by the Community Corrections DivisionRequired to address the influx of probable cause requests timely, with all findings completed within one business dayMake probable cause findings for all formal disciplinary actions, including low- and high-level responses, including community-based responsesDetermine whether the necessary burden of evidence to find probable cause has been metApprove or deny requests based on established law and policyCommunicate with case managementDocument all decisions per policy Statewide Hearings Duty OfficerReadily available and accessible via telephone to all staff for hearings related issuesReview conditional release requests from 5:00pm to 8:00am and 24 hours during weekends and holidaysIndependently determines requests to: aggravate low-level violation processes to high-level, conditionally release community custody individuals, and to dismiss alleged violations with and without prejudiceDocument all decisions per policyEnter aggravators and conditional releases into the supervised individual’s electronic recordParticipate as a regional hearings appeal panel member and responds to correspondenceReview and respond to appeal requests from individualsReview entire record of an appealed hearing/ avoids use/review of any extrinsic evidenceVerify due process and legal requirements were met in all aspects of the hearing or low-level responseVerify sanction was reasonable and in compliance with all applicable law and state policyReview for an abuse of discretionForward concerns regarding any possible manifest error to the Appeal Panel Lead or Hearings Unit Administrator Training and developmentComplete all annual training within timeframes as assignedParticipate in ongoing training provided within the Hearings Unit Other duties as assigned 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: 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.
This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
Telework DetailsThis position may be allocated for part-time telework.
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.
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 year8 hours of paid sick leave per month12 paid holidays a year Generous retirement planFlex Spending AccountsDependent Care AssistanceDeferred Compensation and so much more! For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email DOCHREBSSRHRSupport@doc1.
wa.
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