Corrections Sergeant

Description

Lead staff responsible for maintaining the safety, custody, security and control of inmates at all levels of security in an indirect or direct supervision, prisoner processing or work release environment on assigned shift.

As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well‑being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work‑life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, a deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.

To learn more about County benefits, please visit the St. Louis County Government website.

• Coordinate and deliver specialized training programs for staff.
• Serve as a mentor to guide cadets in their duties and professional growth.
• Actively encourage, motivate and engage cadets during instruction.
• Provide constructive feedback to cadets.
• Conduct ongoing research to stay informed about departmental training needs, industry best practices and evolving correctional policies.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

• Associate’s degree with at least three years of work‑related experience, including one year as a Corrections Officer.
• Experience in criminal justice, social work, psychology, corrections, probation and parole, and substance/addiction treatment.
• No creditable experience as a police or security officer.
• Candidate without a degree must have at least four years of work‑related experience.
• Must be willing to work mandatory overtime and any shift as needed.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
• Physical requirements:
  
  extensive standing, walking, climbing stairs at least eight times daily per shift, lifting, bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, reaching overhead, wearing a belt, using a breathing apparatus, listening for disturbances and observing required areas.

The selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant, including education, experience, supplemental questionnaire responses, employment references and any other relevant information.

Only candidates who possess the most job‑related qualifications will be admitted to interview. A qualifying interview grade of 70 % or more is required for appointment.

After selection, candidates must complete a Conviction Questionnaire within 3 days. The five top‑ranked candidates will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority, who makes the final appointment decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a merit position must submit to a pre‑appointment urinalysis. Screening is performed by a reputable clinical laboratory and the cost is covered by the County.

Applicants interested in this position should visit the St. Louis County website. Only online applications are accepted.

The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans’ status or political affiliation.

Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615‑5429 for more information on this policy.

Division of Personnel
7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615‑5429
Relay MO 711 or 800‑735‑2966

St. Louis County offers staff excellent benefits: paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO the first year with increases for seniority, 11‑12 paid holidays, a defined benefit retirement plan with a 4 % salary contribution, paid life insurance, a credit union, a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre‑tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, short and long‑term disability insurance, and up to 480 hours of paid parental leave (and additional prenatal and child care leave).

St. Louis County Office: 63105 Phone: (314) 615‑5429 Fax: (314) 615‑7703