A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they’re good neighbors.
We offer great benefits!
Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / Paid life insurance / Long-term disability insurance / Cafeteria plan / Paid holidays / 10 hours annual leave per month / 10 hours sick leave per month / Uniforms provided when required / Pre-service and in-service training / Access to credit union / Direct deposit of paycheck (required) / Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program

Serves as the assistant to the Chief of Custody and/or as a shift supervisor in an adult correctional facility with the Division of Adult Institutions

Conducts inspections to ensure that Correctional Officers are on duty and attentive to their duties; maintains records of Correctional Officer’s performance/work habits

Discusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to the proper facility staff specialists; and promotes rehabilitation by attempting to modify offender’s social attitudes, discouraging undesirable behavior, encouraging worthwhile activities

Assumes responsibility for the operation of the facility in the absence of higher-ranking officers; assumes command during emergencies

Participates on the facility offender disciplinary committee responsible for determining disciplinary measures to be carried out in cases involving violation of division or facility rules; investigates reported infractions of rules and regulations by offenders or employees

Serves as a member of the facility classification committee; interviews new offenders, and assists in their assignment; maintains records; prepares, or supervises the preparation of a variety of reports

Directs inspections and searches of offenders, their living quarters, and other areas of the correctional facility

Exercises considerable discretion in the performance of daily tasks and in emergency situations; work is reviewed by inspections and reports; receives general administrative direction; conducts training sessions for corrections personnel; and performs other related work as assigned

A physical examination by a physician may be required before, or at the time of appointment to determine if the applicant meets the physical standards of employment established by the Missouri Department of Corrections

By assignment, a position may require possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license

Minimum Qualifications:

Four or more years of experience in the custody of adult criminal offenders in a city, county, state, or federal facility, of which one year must have been as a Correctional Lieutenant with the Missouri Department of Corrections; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency

All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.

Some positions are eligible for a shift differential of $173.34 semi-monthly, which is provided to employees with shifts that begin on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am, and who work at a 24/7 worksite (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center), or whose work requires regular visits to these locations. If selected for interview, eligibility may be discussed at that time with the hiring manager.

The Department of Corrections is the only State agency that currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of service up to 20 years!

The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.

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