Corrections Officer: Protect, Rehabilitate & Serve

State-of-Missour; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

10 days annual leave per month

10 days sick leave per month

Uniforms provided

Pre-service training

In-service training

Direct deposit of paycheck

Credit union access

Retirement plan

Job summary

A position with the Missouri Department of Corrections is a calling, offering the chance to contribute to the community. The role involves maintaining security, supervising offenders, and supporting rehabilitation efforts in a medium-security environment.

Employees receive comprehensive benefits including retirement, health insurance, life and disability coverage, paid leave, and training. Equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace policies apply.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to pass a background investigation.
• Completion of Defensive Tactics and First Aid/CPR training during Basic Training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security in buildings and posts; intervene during emergencies and control offenders.
• Supervise offender movement; conduct counts; search for contraband; escort offenders.
• Supervise offenders in housing units and during work, recreation, and religious activities.
• Inspect health and safety hazards; report violations or security issues.
• Discuss minor issues with offenders; refer serious problems to appropriate staff; support rehabilitation.
• Supervise visits; search visitors and premises for contraband.
• Follow established rules and post orders; operate with general administrative direction.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Skills

Background check required

Defensive tactics

First aid / CPR

Job description

A position with the Missouri Department of Corrections is a calling, offering the chance to contribute to the community. The role involves maintaining security, supervising offenders, and supporting rehabilitation efforts in a medium-security environment.

Employees receive comprehensive benefits including retirement, health insurance, life and disability coverage, paid leave, and training. Equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace policies apply.