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State of Missouri

Corrections Officer: Security, Supervision & Rehabilitation

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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

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Job Summary Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking applicants for correctional facility security roles in Missouri. The position involves maintaining security, supervising offender movement, and conducting inspections within the facility.

Applicants must be 18+ and complete Basic Training; additional requirements include defensive tactics, CPR/First Aid, firearms certification, and a valid driver's license. All documents must be received by the closing date. Recruiting@doc.mo.gov.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking applicants for correctional facility security roles in Missouri. The position involves maintaining security, supervising offender movement, and conducting inspections within the facility.

Applicants must be 18+ and complete Basic Training; additional requirements include defensive tactics, CPR/First Aid, firearms certification, and a valid driver's license. All documents must be received by the closing date. Recruiting@doc.mo.gov.#J-18808-Ljbffr