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Maintains security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility; intervenes during emergencies or altercations and gains physical control of offendersSupervises movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility; conducts periodic counts of offenders; searches offenders and their living quarters for contraband; Escorts/transports offenders to predetermined locationsSupervises offenders: in housing units; during the performance of work activities; during recreational/ religious activitiesConducts inspections for health and safety hazards; prepares/submits reports on offender violations of divisional or correctional facility rules/unusual offender behaviors/observed mechanical deficiencies/ security breaches or failuresDiscusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to proper correctional facility staff; promotes rehabilitation by attempting to modify offender's social attitudes/discouraging undesirable behaviors/encouraging worthwhile activitiesSupervises visits with offenders; searches visitors/offenders/buildings/grounds for contrabandPerforms work in accordance with established rules/regulations/post orders/specific instructions; receives general administrative directionPerforms other related work as assigned
Maintains security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility; intervenes during emergencies or altercations and gains physical control of offendersSupervises movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility; conducts periodic counts of offenders; searches offenders and their living quarters for contraband; Escorts/transports offenders to predetermined locationsSupervises offenders: in housing units; during the performance of work activities; during recreational/ religious activitiesConducts inspections for health and safety hazards; prepares/submits reports on offender violations of divisional or correctional facility rules/unusual offender behaviors/observed mechanical deficiencies/ security breaches or failuresDiscusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to proper correctional facility staff; promotes rehabilitation by attempting to modify offender's social attitudes/discouraging undesirable behaviors/encouraging worthwhile activitiesSupervises visits with offenders; searches visitors/offenders/buildings/grounds for contrabandPerforms work in accordance with established rules/regulations/post orders/specific instructions; receives general administrative directionPerforms other related work as assignedMinimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older.
Special Requirements All employees, both full-time and part-time, are required to attend, and complete the Basic Training classes administered by the Department of Corrections. By Assignment, a Position May Require Ability to complete Defensive Tactics and Standard First Aid/CPR training during Basic Training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Ability to complete and maintain firearms certification training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.
All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed. The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.
Recruiting@doc.mo.gov#J-18808-
Maintains security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility; intervenes during emergencies or altercations and gains physical control of offendersSupervises movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility; conducts periodic counts of offenders; searches offenders and their living quarters for contraband; Escorts/transports offenders to predetermined locationsSupervises offenders: in housing units; during the performance of work activities; during recreational/ religious activitiesConducts inspections for health and safety hazards; prepares/submits reports on offender violations of divisional or correctional facility rules/unusual offender behaviors/observed mechanical deficiencies/ security breaches or failuresDiscusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to proper correctional facility staff; promotes rehabilitation by attempting to modify offender's social attitudes/discouraging undesirable behaviors/encouraging worthwhile activitiesSupervises visits with offenders; searches visitors/offenders/buildings/grounds for contrabandPerforms work in accordance with established rules/regulations/post orders/specific instructions; receives general administrative directionPerforms other related work as assigned
Maintains security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility; intervenes during emergencies or altercations and gains physical control of offendersSupervises movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility; conducts periodic counts of offenders; searches offenders and their living quarters for contraband; Escorts/transports offenders to predetermined locationsSupervises offenders: in housing units; during the performance of work activities; during recreational/ religious activitiesConducts inspections for health and safety hazards; prepares/submits reports on offender violations of divisional or correctional facility rules/unusual offender behaviors/observed mechanical deficiencies/ security breaches or failuresDiscusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to proper correctional facility staff; promotes rehabilitation by attempting to modify offender's social attitudes/discouraging undesirable behaviors/encouraging worthwhile activitiesSupervises visits with offenders; searches visitors/offenders/buildings/grounds for contrabandPerforms work in accordance with established rules/regulations/post orders/specific instructions; receives general administrative directionPerforms other related work as assignedMinimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older.
Special Requirements All employees, both full-time and part-time, are required to attend, and complete the Basic Training classes administered by the Department of Corrections. By Assignment, a Position May Require Ability to complete Defensive Tactics and Standard First Aid/CPR training during Basic Training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Ability to complete and maintain firearms certification training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.
All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed. The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.
Recruiting@doc.mo.gov#J-18808-Ljbffr
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State of Missouri
Correctional Officer
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.
$53,339 / year median in Missouri
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Hourly Pay:
$20.70 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. The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.Maintains security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility; intervenes during emergencies or altercations and gains physical control of offendersSupervises movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility; conducts periodic counts of offenders; searches offenders and their living quarters for contraband; Escorts/transports offenders to predetermined locationsSupervises offenders: in housing units; during the performance of work activities; during recreational/ religious activitiesConducts inspections for health and safety hazards; prepares/submits reports on offender violations of divisional or correctional facility rules/unusual offender behaviors/observed mechanical deficiencies/ security breaches or failuresDiscusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to proper correctional facility staff; promotes rehabilitation by attempting to modify offender's social attitudes/discouraging undesirable behaviors/encouraging worthwhile activitiesSupervises visits with offenders; searches visitors/offenders/buildings/grounds for contrabandPerforms work in accordance with established rules/regulations/post orders/specific instructions; receives general administrative directionPerforms other related work as assigned
Hourly Pay:
$20.70 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. The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.Maintains security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility; intervenes during emergencies or altercations and gains physical control of offendersSupervises movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility; conducts periodic counts of offenders; searches offenders and their living quarters for contraband; Escorts/transports offenders to predetermined locationsSupervises offenders: in housing units; during the performance of work activities; during recreational/ religious activitiesConducts inspections for health and safety hazards; prepares/submits reports on offender violations of divisional or correctional facility rules/unusual offender behaviors/observed mechanical deficiencies/ security breaches or failuresDiscusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to proper correctional facility staff; promotes rehabilitation by attempting to modify offender's social attitudes/discouraging undesirable behaviors/encouraging worthwhile activitiesSupervises visits with offenders; searches visitors/offenders/buildings/grounds for contrabandPerforms work in accordance with established rules/regulations/post orders/specific instructions; receives general administrative directionPerforms other related work as assignedMinimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older.
Special Requirements All employees, both full-time and part-time, are required to attend, and complete the Basic Training classes administered by the Department of Corrections. By Assignment, a Position May Require Ability to complete Defensive Tactics and Standard First Aid/CPR training during Basic Training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Ability to complete and maintain firearms certification training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.
All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed. The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.
Recruiting@doc.mo.gov#J-18808-
Ljbffr Job Description Hourly Pay:
$20.70 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. The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.Maintains security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility; intervenes during emergencies or altercations and gains physical control of offendersSupervises movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility; conducts periodic counts of offenders; searches offenders and their living quarters for contraband; Escorts/transports offenders to predetermined locationsSupervises offenders: in housing units; during the performance of work activities; during recreational/ religious activitiesConducts inspections for health and safety hazards; prepares/submits reports on offender violations of divisional or correctional facility rules/unusual offender behaviors/observed mechanical deficiencies/ security breaches or failuresDiscusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to proper correctional facility staff; promotes rehabilitation by attempting to modify offender's social attitudes/discouraging undesirable behaviors/encouraging worthwhile activitiesSupervises visits with offenders; searches visitors/offenders/buildings/grounds for contrabandPerforms work in accordance with established rules/regulations/post orders/specific instructions; receives general administrative directionPerforms other related work as assigned
Hourly Pay:
$20.70 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. The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.Maintains security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility; intervenes during emergencies or altercations and gains physical control of offendersSupervises movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility; conducts periodic counts of offenders; searches offenders and their living quarters for contraband; Escorts/transports offenders to predetermined locationsSupervises offenders: in housing units; during the performance of work activities; during recreational/ religious activitiesConducts inspections for health and safety hazards; prepares/submits reports on offender violations of divisional or correctional facility rules/unusual offender behaviors/observed mechanical deficiencies/ security breaches or failuresDiscusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to proper correctional facility staff; promotes rehabilitation by attempting to modify offender's social attitudes/discouraging undesirable behaviors/encouraging worthwhile activitiesSupervises visits with offenders; searches visitors/offenders/buildings/grounds for contrabandPerforms work in accordance with established rules/regulations/post orders/specific instructions; receives general administrative directionPerforms other related work as assignedMinimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older.
Special Requirements All employees, both full-time and part-time, are required to attend, and complete the Basic Training classes administered by the Department of Corrections. By Assignment, a Position May Require Ability to complete Defensive Tactics and Standard First Aid/CPR training during Basic Training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Ability to complete and maintain firearms certification training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.
All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed. The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.
Recruiting@doc.mo.gov#J-18808-Ljbffr