Correctional Industries, the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) division focused on vocational education and job readiness for the incarcerated population, is seeking four representatives for its advisory committee.
The Correctional Industries Advisory Committee makes recommendations to the DOC Secretary regarding the implementation of incarcerated individual work programs. Through its work programs, DOC positively impacts incarcerated individuals by emphasizing personal responsibility and accountability, establishing work ethics, and providing opportunities for self-improvement, including chances for growing and expanding skills and abilities to successfully contribute to the community post-release.
The department is looking to fill the following seats:
- One business representative
- One general public representative
- Two representatives from underrepresented populations who have direct lived experience as defined in RCW 43.18A.010
The committee consists of 11 voting members who serve staggered three-year terms. The DOC secretary appoints nine of the members, and the governor appoints the two members with direct lived experience.
Members of the committee receive compensation, pursuant to RCW 43.03.240, and are reimbursed by DOC for travel expenses and per diem, pursuant to RCW 43.03.050 and RCW 43.03.060.
If you are interested in serving on the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee, applications are due before 11:59 p.m. on January 18, 2026.
- To apply for the business or general public representative positions, please complete the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee Application.
- To apply for the underrepresented populations who have direct lived experience representative positions, please complete the Governor’s Application for Boards & Commissions.
For questions about the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee, please contact Sarah Goff.