Correctional Officer JCCC;

Correctional Officer JCCC (Full-Time) – State of Missouri

Hourly Pay: $21.45 (maximum security stipend included). The annual salary includes an additional $0.75 per hour maximum security stipend ($1,560 annually) for full‑time positions domiciled in a maximum security institution.

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

• Maintain security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility; intervene during emergencies or altercations and gain physical control of offenders.
• Supervise movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility; conduct periodic counts; search offenders and their living quarters for contraband; escort/transport offenders to predetermined locations.
• Supervise offenders in housing units, during work activities, and during recreational/religious activities.
• Conduct inspections for health and safety hazards; prepare and submit reports on offender violations of rules, unusual behaviors, mechanical deficiencies, security breaches or failures.
• Discuss minor adjustment problems with offenders; refer serious problems to appropriate staff; promote rehabilitation by attempting to modify offenders’ social attitudes, discouraging undesirable behaviors, encouraging worthwhile activities.
• Supervise visits with offenders; search visitors, offenders, buildings, and grounds for contraband.
• Perform work in accordance with established rules, regulations, post orders, specific instructions; receive general administrative direction.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Ability to pass a background investigation administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
• 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.

• $2.00 per hour shift differential for shifts beginning 12:00 pm–5:00 am at 24/7 congregate care facilities.
• $1.00 per hour restrictive housing stipend for a regular post within a restrictive housing/segregation unit.

Guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years.

Promotion from within is encouraged; employees may pursue career paths and be recognized for distinguished service.

Recruiting contact:
Recruiting.gov