What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Industries Supervisor Assistant - Food Service position at State of Washington?
Correctional Industries Supervisor Assistant - Food Service
Airway Heights Corrections Center
Spokane, WA
This recruitment has been reopened to broaden the candidate pool. If you have previously applied, you don't need to apply again!
Correctional Industries (CI) within the Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals for permanent, full time, Correctional Industries Supervisor Assistant - Food Service (CISA) positions. These positions are located at Airway Heights Corrections Center near Spokane Washington.
In order to be considered for this position, please apply directly at www.careers.wa.gov to this announcement AND attach the following items to your application:
- A current resume (indicating your related experience).
- A letter of interest (preferably no more than two pages) describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are an ideal candidate for this position.
- Three (3) professional references.
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.
Correctional Industries (CI) is a unique blend of business and government, using private industry tools and techniques to provide a public service. Operations within the state correctional facilities are supported by sales to state agencies, county and local governments, and not-for-profit organizations.
AGENCY PROFILE:For information about the Correctional Industries, please visit the Washington CI webpage.
Our mission at the Department of Corrections is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives'. With more than 8,000 employees, we recognize that staff are our greatest asset, and the efforts of our dedicated workforce have garnered national recognition! Whether the work is inside a prison, out in the field, or an administrative office, DOC staff experience a high degree of personal reward knowing their efforts are creating an environment in which incarcerated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to safer communities.
DOC OFFERS:
- Flexible schedules
- Comprehensive compensation packages
- Training and development opportunities
- The fulfillment of public service
Correctional Industries (CI) is committed to maintaining and expanding incarcerated work training programs which develop marketable skills, instill and promote positive work ethic, and reduce the tax burden of corrections. This position supports that objective by assisting with the supervision and training of incarcerated workers in the food services industry.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Assists in the supervision and training of incarcerated workers under the direction of the shop supervisor/lead:
- Observe and supervise incarcerated workers operating equipment and machinery.
- Train incarcerated workers in safe food handling practices, to include participation with instruction of the ServSafe course.
- Train incarcerated workers in progressive cooking, portion control, and quality control.
- Document and provide feedback on incarcerated worker job performance and behavior.
- Prepare incarcerated worker personnel actions.
- Direct and assigns incarcerated workers.
- Verify order information to ensure production and service fulfillment accuracy.
- As directed, coordinate raw material delivery, finished goods delivery and support services.
- Follow the established preventative maintenance schedule of equipment.
- Maintain proper record keeping.
- Investigate accident reports.
- Participate in and/or conduct monthly Safety committee/meetings.
- Maintain accurate timekeeping.
- Participate/conduct inventory control and counts.
- Provides input in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Prepares or provides reports as requested.
- Participates in product management and development teams as assigned.
- As requested, recommends design and engineering improvements to products, production, and services to enhance operations.
One (1) year full time work experience in a food service, food manufacturing, food processing, or institutional feeding environment.
OR
One (1) year total full time work experience as a Correctional Industries Supervisor Assistant within the Washington State Department of Corrections.
AND
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products or equivalent software programs.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in routine and emergent situations.
• Ability to develop and promote positive and professional interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to set and manage priorities.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
• More than one (1) year full time work experience in a food service, food manufacturing, food processing, OR institutional feeding environment.
• An AA degree or Vocational Certificate/degree from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Resource Planning software (MRP)
• Experience with teaching and training
• Experience working within a correctional facility
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Complete a felony disclosure form prior to employment and submit to a criminal background check.
- Successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service and other required training.
- Provide physical residential address and home telephone number to the Department of Corrections.
- Become familiar and comply with all DOC policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
- Submit to drug testing in accordance with CBA and agency policy.
- This position may be represented by a union shop.
- Must pass pre-employment UA test.
- Must currently possess or obtain within fourteen (14) days a valid Food Handler's Certification as required by Washington State Department of Health and maintain active throughout employment
Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Vision: Working together for safer communities
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and human corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.
The 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 on the first day of employment.
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.
- 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 position may be include in a Union Shop.
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 year
- 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
- 11 paid holidays a year
- Generous retirement plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Deferred Compensation and so much more!
Salary : $4,692 - $6,302
