<div style="text-align: center;"><undefined><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1924/jobpostings/image/20260421071421_20251230155343__DOC.Recruitment.Banner_Update 4-2.jpg" data-id="null" data-name="20260421071421_20251230155343__DOC.Recruitment.Banner_Update 4-2.jpg" alt="20260421071421_20251230155343__DOC.Recruitment.Banner_Update 4-2.jpg" data-url="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1924/jobpostings/image/20260421071421_20251230155343__DOC.Recruitment.Banner_Update 4-2.jpg" style="width: 907px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></undefined></div><p style="margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-align: center;" data-pasted="true"><strong style=" font-weight: 700;">Registered Nurse 3</strong></p><p style="margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-align: center;">Coyote Ridge Corrections Center<br>  Connell, WA.</p><p style="margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-align: center;"><strong style=" font-weight: 700;">Monthly salary: </strong>$9,001- $14,749</p><p style="margin: 0in; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-align: center;"><strong style=" font-weight: 700;">Schedule: 1400-2230 Tuesday- Saturday (Sunday & Monday off)</strong></p><br><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;" data-pasted="true">The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the role of</span><strong style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"> RN3</strong><strong style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"> </strong><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">for the <strong>Coyote Ridge Corrections Center (CRCC),</strong> located outside the Tri-Cities in Connell WA. </span><br><br>The Registered Nurse 3 acts as a clinical resource for staff and assists the nursing director in developing, maintaining, and evaluating the nursing department.  This position interacts with other nursing personnel, practitioners, physicians, pharmacy, mental health, clerical staff, health records staff, custody, institutional staff, Department of Health staff, health care managers/supervisors, contract staff, and DOC health services staff.<br><br style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><div style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-align: justify;" data-pasted="true">Coyote Ridge Corrections Center has a diverse population seeing different chronic diseases and taking care of those that need long term and palliative care.</div><ul style="padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><li style="padding: 0px; margin: 0px; text-align: left;">Extended Observations unit up to 96 hr. stay (4 beds)</li><li style="padding: 0px; margin: 0px; text-align: left;">Long term palliative care unit</li><li style="padding: 0px; margin: 0px; text-align: left;">See up to 2500 patients with different chronic disease ( diabetes, hypertension, cancer, autoimmune disorders and much more)</li><li style="padding: 0px; margin: 0px; text-align: left;">The mission of the Department of Corrections is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives. For additional information visit our website at <a href="https://doc.wa.gov/" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://doc.wa.gov/" style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline;">doc.wa.gov</a></li></ul><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">Correctional Health is a rewarding career path at DOC, in which health care professionals treat a wide array of cases for patients residing in a state correctional facility. Health Services is responsible for basic primary care for incarcerated individuals. All disciplines within all of the 12 correctional facilities work closely together to reach a common goal, providing the best, most efficient, and cost-effective health care possible. Emphasis is placed on early identification of health concerns, care for acute and chronic health problems, and preventive care.</span><br><br style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><strong style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">A completed application packet will include:</strong><ul style="padding-left: 2rem; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><li>A detailed resume</li><li>A cover letter</li><li>Three professional references</li></ul><em style="color: inherit; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;">Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.</em><p style="margin-left:0in;" data-pasted="true"><strong>Duties will include:</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0in;">Provide clinical oversight of all nursing personnel under this position’s supervision.</p><div style="margin-left:0in;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-left:0in;">Teach, instruct, monitor, supervise, and evaluate the implementation of tasks and the results of patient care assigned to staff nursing personnel.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Ensure that nursing personnel are in attendance, capable and technically competent to practice nursing as assigned.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Hold staff accountable for reporting to and performing work as scheduled.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Assign work to be performed by other nursing personnel.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Perform staff evaluations.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0in;">Assume accountability and responsibility for quality and efficacy of patient care services and delivery.</p><div style="margin-left:0in;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-left:0in;">Plan the delivery of health care, defining timeframes and pathways for delivery of services, prioritizing and sequencing care.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Determine when a patient's condition dictates the need for a higher level of intervention or different modality of care.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Identify when staff require clarification of orders.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Analyze and evaluate the structure, process and efficiency of service delivery, medical records documentation, and other nursing procedures.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Manage medication administration and the area(s) where dispensed medications are stored.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0in;">Ensure staff participation in training and orientation.</p><div style="margin-left:0in;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-left:0in;">Train, monitor, and supervise nursing staff.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Practice and review the medical components of the emergency response plan.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Facilitate orientation process for new nursing staff and agency nurses.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0in;">Practice nursing safely and effectively in the correctional setting and within the scope of practice defined by state law and administrative code.</p><div style="margin-left:0in;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-left:0in;">Assess, monitor, and interpret objective and subjective data collected.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Diagnose health problems and determination of the outcomes to be achieved.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">In accordance with the intent and provisions of established policies, practices, and procedures, employ appropriate safety techniques to push, pull, lift, and carry loads.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0in;">Communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and via computer or other electronic media with incarcerated individuals, their families, other health care personnel, custody and other institutional personnel.</p><div style="margin-left:0in;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-left:0in;">Protect the confidentiality of health records.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Maintain accurate, legible and complete records of patient care.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Write nursing care plans and interdisciplinary treatment plans, and complete other entries to support the problem-oriented health care record.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Legibly document clinical findings, the rationale and plan for actions.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0in;">Actively participate in clinic/facility-wide Coordinated Quality Improvement Program (CQIP) projects and programs.</p><div style="margin-left:0in;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-left:0in;">Attend facility CQIP/QMP meetings and report back to nursing and support staff to keep nursing staff engaged in improving patient care at every level, on every shift, and at every bedside.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Serve as the lead for at least one local quality improvement project per year and engage nursing staff in the process at some level to ensure all employees have an awareness and understanding of the principles of quality improvement and the goals for the organization.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Participate/represent facility on state-wide quality improvement initiatives; share our processes and learn from other facilities; implement best practices in patient care.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Participate in Health Services Quality Improvement activities.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Practice in accordance with DOC Policy and WA DOC Health Plan.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Participate in formal clinical oversight according to facility and DOC Health Services Clinical Oversight Structure.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0in;">Manage the human, medical, and office supplies and resources of Health Services.</p><div style="margin-left:0in;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-left:0in;">Evaluate, monitor, and order medical supplies.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Working with headquarters staff, make arrangements for nursing staff to have equipment sufficient to provide patient care.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0in;">Establish therapeutic relationships that preserve professional boundaries with patients.</p><div style="margin-left:0in;"><ul style="list-style-type: disc; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-left:0in;">Counsel, teach, and assist incarcerated individuals.</li><li style="margin-left:0in;">Provide accurate, authoritative information to groups or communities.</li></ul></div><p style="margin-left:0in;">Other duties as assigned.</p><p data-pasted="true"><strong>Required qualifications:</strong></p><p>Initial and continuous unencumbered licensure in the State of Washington as a Registered Nurse </p><p style="margin-left:0in;"><strong>OR</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0in;">An unencumbered Multi-State License from a participating Compact Licensure State and completion of the MLS demographic survey.</p><p style="margin-left:0in;"><strong>AND</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0in;">Two years’ experience working as a Registered Nurse.</p><p style="margin-left:0in;">Training by the American Heart Association in Healthcare Providers CPR. </p><p style="margin-left:0in;">Proficient using computer-based programs to schedule, monitor and track patient information, perform data entry and word processing, and communicate via email, as well as other programs that may be needed to complete assigned work. </p><p style="margin-left:0in;">Ability to work independently and with limited supervision. </p><p style="margin-left:0in;"><strong>Preferred/Desired Qualifications:</strong></p><p style="margin-left:0in;">Experience working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting or a correctional facility. </p>Certification as a Correctional Healthcare Professional.<br><br><p style="margin-left:0in;" data-pasted="true">In addition to the above, this position requires:</p><p style="margin-left:0in;"><strong><u>Analysis</u></strong> - Uses data and information in a clear and rationale thought process to assess and understand issues, evaluate options, form accurate conclusions and make decisions. Identifies key facts, understands the nature and relationship between data elements, recognizes underlying principles or patterns in an array of data, and determines if additional data should be collected. Uses judgment and critical thinking in the absence of clear guidelines to draw conclusions about further action.</p><p style="margin-left:0in;"><strong><u>Observation and Inspection</u></strong>- Critically observes and inspects people, conditions, and the environment to detect problems. Acutely aware of critical details, alert and attentive when performing other work, understands normal conditions and constantly compares the current status to the norm to identify subtle changes and incremental deviation, makes informed judgment about when a change in current status must occur and determines appropriate action. Uses insight to identify contributing and mediating factors. Understands thorough documentation and other forms of communication to cause others to understand and take appropriate action. </p><strong><u>Decisiveness</u></strong> - Makes timely decisions without sacrificing quality even under ambiguous circumstances or when data is limited. Recognizes when a decision must be made and moves forward, delegates decision making authority appropriately, advocates for important patient care objectives and finds common ground, and solutions among diverse interests.<p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;" data-pasted="true"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">Mission</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.</span></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">Our Vision</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">: Working together for safer communities.</span></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">Our Commitment</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.</span></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:31.5pt;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">Our Core Values</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">:</span></p><div style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><ol style="margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-left: 57.5px;"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust:</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;"> 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.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">Respectful and inclusive interactions:</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;"> 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.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">People's safety:</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;"> Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">Positivity in words and actions:</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;"> 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.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">Supporting people's success:</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;"> Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.</span></li></ol></div><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">IMPORTANT NOTES:</span></strong></p><div style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;">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. <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uscis.gov%2Fi-9-central%2Fform-i-9-acceptable-documents&data=05%7C02%7Cjacovey%40DOC1.WA.GOV%7C823fdf27b80b42b7002208dcb7f51704%7C11d0e217264e400a8ba057dcc127d72d%7C0%7C0%7C638587510852929969%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LHhFIbV5G5PZOAErs5D3C2%2F76ZR06xKuuooQBK6l314%3D&reserved=0" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uscis.gov%2Fi-9-central%2Fform-i-9-acceptable-documents&data=05%7C02%7Cjacovey%40DOC1.WA.GOV%7C823fdf27b80b42b7002208dcb7f51704%7C11d0e217264e400a8ba057dcc127d72d%7C0%7C0%7C638587510852929969%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LHhFIbV5G5PZOAErs5D3C2%2F76ZR06xKuuooQBK6l314%3D&reserved=0">https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents</a></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><em>DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit </em><a href="http://www.uscis.gov/" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="http://www.uscis.gov/" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl=""><em>www.uscis.gov</em></a><em>.</em></li></ul></div><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">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.   </span></li></ul><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">**Please note:  <em>Phone number <u>AND</u> email address are required for all professional references.</em></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">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.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply. </span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">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. </span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">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. </span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">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.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">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<strong> </strong>hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.</span></li></ul><div style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">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.  </span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;">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. </li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;">Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. 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Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.</li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;">Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.</li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;">Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made. </li></ul></div><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies: </span></strong></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;">Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.</p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Promote inclusiveness.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.</span></li></ul><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">What We Offer: </span></strong></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><br><span style="color:inherit;">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:</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">3 days of Bereavement Leave</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Up to 25 paid vacations days a year</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">8 hours of paid sick leave per month</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">12 paid holidays a year </span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Generous retirement plan</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Flex Spending Accounts</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Dependent Care Assistance</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Deferred Compensation and so much more!</span></li></ul><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><em><span style="color:inherit;">Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they actually retire under two different systems/plans.  For more information, please contact the Department of Retirement System at: 1-800-547-6657.</span></em></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">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.</span></p>For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Angela Berrier at  amberrier@doc1.wa.gov or call at 509. 540.7078.  For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.