Correctional Officer JCCC (Full-Time)

About the role

The Missouri Department of Corrections seeks individuals to join its team. This position involves transforming lives through providing skills for community contribution, with a focus on rehabilitation and prevention of recidivism.

Responsibilities

• Maintains security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility
• Intervenes during emergencies or altercations and gains physical control of offenders
• Supervises movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility
• Counsels offenders regarding minor adjustment problems and refers serious issues to appropriate staff
• Performs work in accordance with established rules/regulations/post orders/specific instructions
• Performs other related work as assigned

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to pass a background investigation
• Ability to complete Defensive Tactics and Standard First Aid/CPR training
• Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license

Qualifications

• Ability to complete and maintain firearms certification training
• Ability to complete and maintain defensive tactics and standard first aid/CPR training
• Ability to complete and maintain firearms certification training

Skills

• Physical fitness and stamina
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of correctional facilities operations

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

Pay

Hourly Pay: $22.20 (maximum security differential included)

Schedule

Shift differentials may apply based on assignment and location.

Benefits

• Guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years
• Promotion opportunities from within

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.