Corrections Recreation Specialist I

State of Missouri; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Annual leave

Uniforms provided

Training opportunities

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a Recreation Officer to organize and lead a variety of indoor and outdoor activities for residents at a maximum-security facility. You will instruct participants, manage equipment, and help ensure safe, engaging programs that support rehabilitation and community reentry.

Employment includes comprehensive benefits and a $1.50 per hour differential for maximum-security assignments, with additional incentives and state retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing indoor and outdoor activities and events.
• Provide instruction in fundamentals and rules of activities.
• Issue and inspect recreation equipment; maintain records of issuance.
• Observe participants and report on behavior to a supervisor.

Skills

Outdoor recreation

Instruction & guidance

Record keeping

Job description

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a Recreation Officer to organize and lead a variety of indoor and outdoor activities for residents at a maximum-security facility. You will instruct participants, manage equipment, and help ensure safe, engaging programs that support rehabilitation and community reentry.

Employment includes comprehensive benefits and a $1.50 per hour differential for maximum-security assignments, with additional incentives and state retirement options.