Correctional Lieutenant: Lead Shift, Security & Rehab

State of Missouri; Cameron (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Missouri State Employee Retirement Sys

Deferred compensation plan

Health insurance (medical, vision, ...

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

MOST 529 College Savings Program

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. This role involves shifting supervisory responsibilities in correctional facilities, overseeing staff, and ensuring proper security and rehabilitation processes.

A strong background in offender custody and adherence to procedures is required. We offer comprehensive benefits and a guaranteed pay increase in service years; positions may require a valid driver's license and may include additional

Qualifications

• 3+ years custody of adult offenders; 1 year as Correctional Sergeant or Senior Probation and Parole Assistant with the Missouri Department of Corrections; high school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Supervises and instructs lower-level Correctional Officers; monitors performance and work habits; provides assistance with problems as they arise
• Directs a major activity such as control center operation or reception/orientation process
• Patrols living quarters/grounds/buildings to observe offender behaviors and the effectiveness of Correctional Officers; performs shift/post assignments; inspects staff arriving for duty; directs rounds to ensure officers on duty
• Discusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to proper staff; promotes rehabilitation by modifying attitudes and discouraging undesirable behaviors
• Performs regular rounds to ensure officers on duty and attentive
• Investigates offender disturbances and complaints; directs maintenance of discipline among offenders
• Assists in conducting training sessions for staff; follows rules; may perform other related work
• A physical examination by a physician may be required before or at appointment to determine if you meet physical standards; a valid driver's license may be required

Job description

The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. This role involves shifting supervisory responsibilities in correctional facilities, overseeing staff, and ensuring proper security and rehabilitation processes.

A strong background in offender custody and adherence to procedures is required. We offer comprehensive benefits and a guaranteed pay increase in service years; positions may require a valid driver's license and may include additional