Lateral Corrections Officer - Jail Services
Clark CountyVancouver, Washington, United States
Posted February 6, 2026
75560 - 93960 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Clark County is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to providing top-quality service with integrity, respect and accountability. With jurisdiction over the world-famous Las Vegas Strip and covering an area the size of New Jersey, Clark is the nation’s 11th-largest county and provides extensive regional services to 2.4 million citizens and 43 million visitors a year. Included are the nation’s 7th-busiest airport, air quality compliance, social services and the state’s largest public hospital, University Medical Center. The County also provides municipal services that are traditionally provided by cities to 1 million residents in the unincorporated area. Those include fire protection, roads and other public works, parks and recreation, and planning and development.
Job Description
Clark County Jail Services is seeking dedicated lateral corrections officers to join their team and maintain the safety and security of their community from the inside. The ideal candidate has experience as a certified corrections officer in a comparable county, municipal, or state agency in the United States, with a strong ethical compass and a desire for continuous learning.
Requirements
- High school diploma or a GED certification
- Valid driver's license
- Two to three years of corrections experience
- Certification as a Corrections Officer
- Ability to complete the Washington State CJTC Equivalency Academy within six months of hire
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Paid leave
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement (Washington State Retirement System Plan)
- Deferred compensation
