Correctional Officer - TCSTL (Full-Time)

About the role

The Missouri Department of Corrections is dedicated to transforming lives through its employees, equipping individuals in the criminal justice system with the skills needed to reintegrate successfully into their communities.

Responsibilities

• Maintains security in buildings/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
• Conducts inspections for health and safety hazards and prepares/submits reports
• 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 administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections
• Ability to complete Defensive Tactics and Standard First Aid/CPR training during Basic Training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections
• Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license

Qualifications

• Ability to complete and maintain firearms certification training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections

Skills

• Physical strength and endurance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of correctional facility operations and procedures

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

• $2.00 per hour shift differential for shifts between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am at 24/7 congregate care facilities
• $0.75 per hour medium security or $1.50 maximum security differential for full-time employment at qualifying facilities
• $1.00 per hour restrictive housing differential for posts within restrict housing/segregation units

Schedule

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

Benefits

• Promotion from within for employees seeking distinctive career paths

Application

All requested documents must be received by the closing date listed. For further details, please contact DOC.Employment@doc.mo.gov.