Job Information

CLARK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF JAIL SERVICES
707 WEST 13TH STREET
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON 98660
564-397-6043
https://clark.wa.gov/jail-services/corrections-careers

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Updated: July 18, 2025

Position Title: Corrections Officer - Entry Level & Lateral
Salary Information: $35 - $43/hr.

Entry Level Corrections Officer bonus is $10,000
Lateral Corrections Officer bonus is $25,000

Benefit Information: Clark County provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes

Medical
Vision
Dental insurance
Paid leave
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and long-term disability
Retirement
Deferred compensation plans

Department Application Link here

Candidate Contact Person
Officer Kurt Hollopeter
Recruitment Coordinator
564-397-6043
kurt.hollopeter@clark.wa.gov

Department Overview

The ability to serve and protect the citizens of Clark County through effective correctional and reentry practices.

City/County/Area Information

Clark County

Population

530,000

Job Requirements

Age: 21
US Citizen: Yes
High School Grad/GED: Yes
Valid State Driver’s License: Yes
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Vision: 20/20 or corrective lenses.
College: No requirement
Academy Certification: After completion of hiring process, Clark County facilitates admission to Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Academy.
Prior Experience: None
Necessary Certifications: None
Additional Requirements: None
Hiring Process:

WAPAT/Written Exams
Oral Board Interviews
Background Investigation
Polygraph
Psychological Suitability Evaluation
Medical Examination with Drug Screening

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