Corrections Position

Mason County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer

 

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Mason County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer

Last updated on March 22, 2024
PST Partner Agency since April 02, 2012

Vacancies: 6

Community Information

Please visit our website at https://masoncountysheriff.us/

Department Information

The Mason County Sheriff's Office is a Washington State Accredited, full service Sheriff's Office. We take pride in what we do. We work together, provide excellent community service, and with a combination of vision and hard work have a reputation for getting things done.

Area Information

County: Mason
Population: 67,000 (4/1/2023 OFM estimate)
# of Staff: 26

Hiring Status

Mason County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer has 6 vacancies.

11/3/2023 - Number of Current Vacancies:  6 

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply! 

https://masoncountywa.gov/civil-service/jobs/index.php

Mason County is establishing a continuous eligibility list for Entry Level Corrections Deputy

Salary Information

2024 Salary: $58,235 - $70,786 / Annual

See link to CBA -- tinyurl.com/CorrectionsSupport2022-2024

Sign on Bonus: Mason County is offering a $5K signing bonus after successful completion of the probationary period and an additional $5K after 36 months of successful employment as a Corrections Deputy. See link to Corrections and Support Staff Memorandum of Understanding for details. https://dms.masoncountywa.gov/Commissioners/DocView.aspx?id=477386&dbid=0&repo=Mason


Benefit Information

Medical, dental, vision, & retirement.

Mason County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination Yes, required
LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) Yes, required

Your physical ability test must be completed 180 days (~6 months) before or after your passing written exam.

Minimum Age 21
US Citizen/Lawful Permanent Resident US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Driver's License Required Yes
Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult None.
Felony Conviction(s) as a Juvenile Will be carefully reviewed
Ability to Read & Write the English Language Yes
Other Candidates must successfully pass the Physical Fitness and Abilities Test for this agency.
Multiple Scores from Same Applicant We only consider the most recent score

Mason County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer Disqualifiers

The following are automatic and potential disqualifiers. Applicants should not apply to our agency if they indicate any of the automatic disqualifiers. Potential disqualifiers will be considered on a case by case basis.

Category Disqualifier
Driving
Automatic DUI conviction within the last 5 years. Potential Removal Factors (any one or a combination of these factors may be cause for removal):
Potential

More than one DUI conviction in a lifetime.  Potential Removal Factors (any one or a combination of these factors may be cause for removal):

Potential Multiple traffic infractions within the last 5 years (e.g., no liability insurance, no drivers license, or speeding).
Potential Knowingly driving without a valid drivers license or without car insurance for an extended period.
Drug Usage
Automatic Use of any illegal drugs within the past 5 years.
Potential

Pattern of illegal use of drugs in the past 10 years.  Potential Removal Factors (any one or a combination of these factors may be cause for removal)

Potential

Excessive illegal use of drugs prior to the past 10 years.  Potential Removal Factors (any one or a combination of these factors may be cause for removal)

Potential

Excessisve use of Marijuana in the last 3 years will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Potential Removal Factors (any one or a combination of these factors may be cause for removal)

Automatic Use of steroids in the last 24 months, or any other illegal drug use in the last 5 years other than steroids.
Criminal Activity
Automatic Any adult felony conviction.
Automatic Any misdemeanor, or felony conviction while employed in a criminal justice capacity.
Potential Adult misdemeanor convictions will be carefully reviewed.
Potential Juvenile felony convictions will be carefully reviewed.
Automatic Been convicted of any crime under a domestic violence statue. Unlawful sexual misconduct.
Potential Criminal conduct as an adult.
Potential Any act of domestic violence.
Employment
Automatic Unfit for service based on the behavior assessment or manipulation of the behavioral assessment.
Automatic Failing the polygraph examination.
Automatic Intentional deception or misrepresentation in any stage of the background investigation.
Automatic Use of a prostitute within the last 5 years.
Potential Significant non-judicial punishment in the military (e.g., Article 15 or Captains Mast).
Potential Unsatisfactory work history.
Potential Significant history of disciplinary or corrective action, including being late to work and abuse of unscheduled leave.
Potential Unexplained frequent job turnover.
Potential Misrepresentation on an employment application.
Potential Negative personal or professional references.
Potential Insubordination.
Financial
Automatic Failure to pay income tax or child support.
Potential Current credit accounts, or unresolved accounts in collection will be carefully reviewed
Other
Potential History of behavior demonstrating anger control problems.
Potential Pattern of fighting (physical or verbal).
Potential Prejudice or bigotry toward a class of people.
Potential Discriminatory action, including sexual harassment.
Potential History of fiscal irresponsibility.
Potential Falsifying official documents or giving false information.
Potential Untreated alcohol or substance abuse.
Potential Intentional deception in the selection process of any law enforcement agency.
Potential Failure to notify Civil Service or the Sheriffs Office of a change of address.
Potential Failure to show for any Mason County Sheriffs Office appointment or being more than 20 minutes late.
Potential Failure to cooperate with the background investigation process.
Potential Intentional deception in the selection process of any law enforcement agency.
Potential Failure to notify Civil Service or the Sheriffs Office of a change of address.
Potential Failure to show for any Mason County Sheriffs Office appointment or being more than 20 minutes late.
Potential Failure to cooperate with the background investigation process.

Contact Information

Mason County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Officer

322 N 3rd St
PO Box 1037
Shelton, WA 98584 Mason County
(360) 427-9670, Ext 313

Website


Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: Yes, required
PAT: Yes, required


Other Mason County Sheriff's Office positions

Deputy Sheriff
Lateral Deputy Sheriff
Lateral Corrections Officer