MO - Corrections Officer; 3rd Shift

Corrections Officers

A & Associates is seeking qualified Corrections Officers to support third-shift operations at a secure correctional facility in Clayton, Missouri.

Selected officers will supplement the facility's existing correctional team by performing designated security and noncritical correctional-support functions. The primary focus of this assignment is maintaining facility safety and security through routine rounds, key tours, lock and door inspections, observation, documentation, and verification of inmate well-being. This position requires individuals who are dependable, observant, professional, comfortable working in a secure correctional environment, and capable of following established procedures without deviation.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct scheduled security rounds and key tours throughout assigned areas of the facility.
• Inspect doors, locks, gates, and designated security points to confirm they are properly secured.
• Perform routine proof-of-life and welfare observations of incarcerated individuals in accordance with established facility procedures.
• Maintain continuous awareness of assigned areas and promptly identify unusual activity, safety concerns, security issues, or potential emergencies.
• Document completed rounds, observations, incidents, and other required information accurately and timely.
• Immediately report security concerns, medical concerns, unusual behavior, disturbances, damaged equipment, or other significant observations to appropriate facility personnel.
• Follow established post orders, emergency procedures, safety protocols, and chain-of-command requirements.
• Assist existing correctional staff with approved noncritical security and operational functions.
• Maintain professional boundaries and appropriate conduct when interacting with incarcerated individuals, employees, visitors, and other personnel.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding facility operations and protected information.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and request assistance from designated correctional personnel when necessary.
• Perform other related duties within the approved scope of the assignment.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience working as a Corrections Officer, Detention Officer, Jail Officer, or in a comparable secure institutional environment strongly preferred.
• Current correctional officer certification, credential, or documented corrections training as required or recognized by the applicable jurisdiction and/or facility.
• Must successfully satisfy all background, criminal-history, drug-screening, identification, and facility-clearance requirements applicable to the assignment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to understand and consistently follow written and verbal instructions, security procedures, and post orders.
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to remain alert throughout an overnight shift.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and remain calm in stressful or potentially volatile situations.
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, professionalism, and integrity are essential.

This position may require:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Frequent walking through secure areas and corridors.
• Regular use of stairs.
• Bending, reaching, stooping, and inspecting doors, locks, and other security points.
• Ability to respond promptly to safety or emergency situations.
• Ability to perform assigned duties while wearing any required uniform or safety/security equipment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Third-shift/overnight availability is required.
• Candidates must be willing and able to work in a secure correctional environment.
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential.
• Selected candidates must complete all required pre-assignment screening, orientation, training, and facility-clearance requirements prior to placement.
• Assignment is initially anticipated for approximately three (3) months and may be adjusted based on operational needs.

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