Correctional Sergeant - Lead & Train Security Officers

State of Missouri; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Paid holidays

Paid leave and sick leave

Uniforms provided

Job summary

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking qualified individuals to supervise Correctional Officers and oversee training programs. You will observe staff, ensure compliance with rules, and report on security and offender behavior.

The role involves on-the-job training, patrols, and responding to incidents. A physical examination and valid driver's license may be required depending on assignment.

Qualifications

• Six or more months of experience as a Correctional Officer or Probation and Parole Assistant with the Missouri Department of Corrections.
• One or more years of military service, or experience in the custody of adult criminal offenders in a city, county, state, or federal facility.
• All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.
• Contingent upon your position, you may also be eligible to receive: a $2.00 per hour shift differential ... a $1.00 per hour restrictive housing differential if you are assigned a regular post within a restrict housing/segregation unit.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Correctional Officers; develops expectations/monitors performance and work habits.
• Assists the Corrections Training Officer in conducting orientation and in-service training programs.
• Observes personnel to ensure compliance with established rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Conducts on-the-job training for Correctional Officers.
• Serves as officer-in-charge of special security posts where independent judgment and responsibility are required.
• Patrols living quarters, grounds, and buildings to observe offender behaviors and the effectiveness of Correctional Officers.
• Prepares and submits reports on offender violations of divisional or correctional facility rules, unusual offender behaviors, observed mechanical deficiencies, and security breaches or failures.

Skills

Corrections officer experience

Military service experience

Job description

The State of Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking qualified individuals to supervise Correctional Officers and oversee training programs. You will observe staff, ensure compliance with rules, and report on security and offender behavior.

The role involves on-the-job training, patrols, and responding to incidents. A physical examination and valid driver's license may be required depending on assignment.