Corrections Case Manager III - Central Office

About the role

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a highly responsible individual to join the Central Transfer Authority in Central Office. This position involves reviewing and approving/denying transfers within the State of Missouri, managing reservation-based program referrals, and handling interstate corrections compact transfer requests.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve/deny transfers within the State of Missouri, ensuring appropriate assignments into future institutions.
• Determine eligibility for treatment programs and communicate with offenders, supervisors, courts, and families.
• Ensure timely and accurate bed reservations and transfers of treatment offenders through frequent interdivisional communication.
• Manage and maintain case loads for interstate corrections compact transfer requests, ensuring safety and appropriate housing.
• Complete monthly progress reports and make appropriate notations in computer records.
• File documents and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Set up transportation and ensure timely correspondence with all stakeholders.
• Afford assistance with Grievance Unit appeals and special projects within DAI.

Requirements

• One or more years of experience as a Corrections Case Manager within the Missouri Department of Corrections.
• Six or more years of correctional experience.
• Extensive working knowledge of the classification manual and various security levels.
• Fluency in using OPII, MOCIS, Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience working with electronic folders and various shared network drives.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, plus one or more years of experience as a Corrections Case Manager within the Missouri Department of Corrections, or six or more years of correctional experience.
• Substitution of earned credit hours from an accredited college or university for up to four years of the required experience, at a rate of 30 credit hours for one year.

Skills

• Computer efficiency, particularly in using OPII, MOCIS, Microsoft Office, and electronic folders.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the ICA/RCA and other classification knowledge.

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

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

Schedule

This is a highly responsible position that requires a flexible schedule, including shifts that begin on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am, and employment at a 24/7 congregate care facility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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