Job Description

Posting number: 2026-08337

Department: Dept. of Corrections

Division: Prisons - OCC

Job classification: RECREATION AND ATHLETICS SPECIALIST 3

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Corrections, Recreation

Summary

Recreation & Athletics Specialist 3

Recreation & Athletics Specialist 3

Full Time | Permanent

Location: Olympic Corrections Center | Forks, WA

Salary Range: $5,703 - $7,669 Monthly

This position is not allocated for teleworking and is represented by the Teamsters 117 Bargaining Unit.

Are you energetic and supportive of others? Do you have a desire to see others succeed? If so, the Recreation and Athletics Specialist 3 (RAS3) position at the Olympic Corrections Center may be your next career move! The goal of this position is to provide activities that reduce idleness by allowing incarcerated individuals an opportunity to participate in supervised and structured physical and pro- social activities.

In this position, the Recreation and Athletics Specialist is tasked with promoting incarcerated individuals’ responsibility for their health and wellness by adopting positive lifestyle habits. Programs are designed to reduce the number of disciplinary issues, as well as injuries related to stress and strain. All duties and responsibilities of this role are in support of the Agency's mission to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

This position is critical in contributing to a safe and secure environment for all staff, volunteers, and incarcerated individuals. As an RAS3, you will improve lives and keep people safe. You will also support people’s success, safety, and respectful and inclusive interactions, cultivate an environment of integrity and trust, and show how to exercise positivity through words and actions.

If you are interested in a career that provides positive, pro social activities for both population and staff, encourages healthy lifestyle choices, and provides activities that encourage teamwork, we encourage you to apply!

A completed application packet will include:

• A cover letter regarding your interest for this position with our agency
• A detailed resume
• Three professional references

Examples of duties

We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, 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 Recreation & Athletics Specialist 3, some of your duties will include:

• Meeting established DOC standards by planning and implementing recreational activities to include:
• Planning and implementing leisure time programs and activities for incarcerated individuals
• Supervising and evaluating the incarcerated individuals while they are participating in recreational activities
• Organizing intramural sports programs, special events, and community involvement within the individuals’ leisure time and wellness programs
• Planning, organizing and leading institution recreation programs
• Adapting recreation policies, methods, and techniques to special operational situations
• Managing and monitoring an active hobby program
• Managing and monitoring an active music program
• Supervising, training and evaluating incarcerated workers or volunteers assigned within the recreation department
• Supervising and training league officials, fitness instructors, photographers and other recreational related duties
• Perform administrative tasks such as budgeting and policy development/review
• Responsible for accurate tool control and recreational equipment documentation
• Serve as the facility coordinator and supervisor of the Interlibrary Loan Program

Qualifications

What we need (required qualifications):

• High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent
• Knowledge of several fields of recreation activities, including specialized knowledge in at least two broad areas, such as sports, music, social activities and or hobby crafts

What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):

• Experience in State employment or other public service within the recreational field.

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.
• People's 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 people's 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:

• 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 visit www.uscis.gov.
• 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 from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.

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 vacation 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!

*Teamsters 117 represented positions receive 3 days of bereavement leave.

Retirement Options

• 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, visit the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) or call 800-547-6657.
• PSERS: Many positions within DOC are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a PERS-eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they will retire under two different systems/plans. Contact DRS for more information.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email mackenzie.conley@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 509-630-9160. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.