Correctional Officer MCC; Part-Time

Correctional Officer

Hourly Pay: $20.70

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

• 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; search offenders and their living quarters for contraband; escort and transport offenders to predetermined locations.
• Supervise offenders in housing units and during work, recreational, and religious activities.
• Conduct inspections for health and safety hazards; prepare and submit reports on offender violations, unusual behaviors, mechanical deficiencies, and security breaches or failures.
• Discuss minor adjustment problems with offenders; refer serious problems to the proper facility staff; promote rehabilitation by attempting to modify offenders’ 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 and regulations, post orders, and specific instructions; receive general administrative direction.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• All employees, full‑time and part‑time, are required to attend and complete the Basic Training classes administered by the 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.

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