Correctional Officer WERDCC;

Overview

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It is 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. With a 95% release rate, we ensure that once released, former offenders become good neighbors.
The Compensation for this full‑time Correctional Officer (WERDCC) is Hourly Pay: $20.70 with an array of benefits and pay differentials for 24/7 congregate care, maximum security, and restrictive housing locations.

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

• Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Special Requirements:
  • 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.
• By Assignment, a Position May Require:
  • Ability to complete and maintain firearms certification training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.
  • Possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license.

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.

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

The Missouri Department of Corrections is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.

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