Correctional Unit Supervisor

**Correctional Unit Supervisor** **Full Time | Acting (Non-Permanent)** **Location: Stafford Creek Corrections Center | Aberdeen, WA** **Salary Range: $115,296 Annually** Are you a leader who thrives in a dynamic correctional environment and believes accountability, safety, and professionalism go hand in hand? If so, the Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a skilled and motivated **Correctional Unit Supervisor** to oversee the daily operations of an incarcerated living unit while fostering a culture of safety, consistency, and operational excellence! We are currently looking to fill this position in an acting (non-permanent) capacity however this recruitment may be used to fill future non-permanent and permanent vacancies that occur. The Correctional Unit Supervisor is responsible for supervising incarcerated individuals, staff, and the overall day-to-day functions of a living unit in accordance with Washington Administrative Code (WAC), Department of Corrections policies, and facility Operational Memoranda. You will provide direct leadership and guidance to Classification Counselors, support staff, and Correctional Sergeants who oversee Correctional Officers, ensuring clear expectations, professional conduct, and effective team performance. Your leadership will directly influence unit safety, staff development, and the successful management of incarcerated individuals. The candidate of choice will continuously inspect and evaluate correctional and security procedures to ensure proper application of directives and compliance with established standards. By analyzing operations, identifying challenges, and recommending practical solutions, you will promote efficiency, fiscal responsibility, and continuous improvement. Maintaining sanitation and security requirements will remain a critical priority, ensuring the living unit operates safely and in alignment with agency expectations. If you are ready to lead with integrity, strengthen operational performance, and make a meaningful impact in a correctional setting, we encourage you to apply and join a team committed to professionalism and public safety. **A completed application packet will include:** - A cover letter regarding your interest in this position and how you meet the required qualifications for this position. - A detailed resume - A copy of your unofficial transcript if you are using college credits or a degree to qualify for the position. You will be required to provide an official transcript if selected. - 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 sufficient professional references, please included non-related professionals such as educators or professional associates. **Incomplete application packages will 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. We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service and are committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community. As a **Correctional Unit Supervisor**, some of your duties will include: - Supervising, monitoring, and directing the operations of an incarcerated individual living unit to include security practices, incarcerated indivi…