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Correctional Officer - Bonne Terre, MO

Missouri Department of Corrections
Farmington, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/2/2026

Contingent upon your position, you may also be eligible to receive:

  • A $2.00 per hour shift differential if you are assigned to a shift that begins on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am and are employed at a 24/7 congregate care facility (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center).
  • A $0.75 per hour maximum security stipend if you work full-time at a qualifying facility.
  • A $1.00 per hour restrictive housing stipend if you are assigned a regular post within a restrict housing/segregation unit at any facility.

The Department of Corrections currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years!

The Missouri Department of Corrections is committed to ensuring public safety through maintaining a just and humane correctional system. Our mission is to improve the lives of those under our care and create safer communities by offering opportunities for rehabilitation and personal development.

As a Correctional Officer, your role is pivotal in achieving this mission. Your will uphold the law, enforce facility rules, and provide security, while also offering support and guidance to the offender population and assist in ensuring they are positively reintegrated into society.

As a Correctional Officer, you will:

- Benefit from evening and overnight shift differentials, receiving an additional $2.00 per hour.

- Enjoy one no cost meal per shift.

- Observe and report any criminal or suspicious activity, ensuring the safety and security of both the staff and the offender population.

- Enforce facility rules and regulations to maintain order and discipline.

- Conduct routine searches for contraband, helping to maintain a drug-free and safe environment.

- Monitor, evaluate, and supervise offenders in an assigned area, guiding them in rehabilitative activities.

- Work closely with an interdisciplinary team including case managers, healthcare professionals, probation and parole officers, and other staff.

- Be part of a supportive and diligent workforce, operating under leadership that values integrity, responsibility, and compassion.

At the Missouri Department of Corrections, we believe that investing in our employees is as important as fulfilling our mission. We offer an array of benefits including 401(k) matching, dental and health insurance, flexible scheduling, paid time off, parental leave, professional development assistance, and more. We take pride in providing world-class training, ensuring that you are well equipped for the challenges and rewards of this role. With opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning, the Missouri Department of Corrections is the ideal place for individuals seeking a meaningful and impactful career.

Requirements:

- Ability to enforce rules and regulations with fairness and integrity.

- Strong sense of responsibility and ethical conduct.

- Ability to communicate effectively and work well within a team.

- Ability to work various shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime.

If you are seeking a career where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of others and contribute to safer communities, we encourage you to apply for the Correctional Officer position at the Missouri Department of Corrections. Join our dedicated team and be a part of something bigger than yourself.

* Joining the Missouri Department of Corrections was the best career decision I ever made as the department recognizes hard work and dedication. -John G.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $44,614.56 - $50,854.56 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $44,615 - $50,855

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