Mobile Correctional Officer MTC

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Transform lives by equipping individuals with the skills needed to reintegrate into society.
• Assist in staffing needs at various facilities across Missouri.
• Report to the Maryville Treatment Center by 8am each Tuesday to receive orders and return at approximately 8pm on Saturdays.
• Supervise offenders in housing units, during work activities, and during recreational/religious activities.
• Conduct inspections for health and safety hazards, prepare reports, and discuss minor adjustment problems with offenders.
• Perform 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.
• Completion of 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

• Must possess a valid vehicle operator’s license.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
• Must be able to complete Defensive Tactics and Standard First Aid/CPR training during Basic Training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
• May be required to complete firearms certification training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Skills

• Security maintenance.
• Emergency intervention.
• Physical control of offenders.
• Searches for contraband.
• Supervision of offenders.
• Reports on offender behavior.
• Discussion of minor adjustment problems.
• Encouragement of worthwhile activities.

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 annual salary for this position is $45,555.60, which is based on a normal 40-hour workweek. This position is also eligible for retention/longevity pay, shift differential and overtime pay in accordance with departmental policy D2-8.4 Compensatory Time and Office of Administration’s Division of Personnel Differential Pay Guidelines.

Schedule

The work schedule is Tuesday thru Saturday, 8:00am to 8:00pm.

Benefits

• 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 medium security or $1.50 maximum security differential 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.

Pay Increase

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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