On-Call Corrections Officer (PRN) - Varied Shifts

Lincoln County; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Lincoln County is seeking a PRN Corrections Officer to enforce rules in a jail setting and manage inmate needs during detention. This role is scheduled as needed, with shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, and requires readiness to work a minimum number of 4-hour shifts per period.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and complete all testing components. Prior corrections or leadership experience is preferred, along with a valid driver’s license and clean

Qualifications

• General or technical high school diploma or equivalent.
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• Must successfully complete all components of the Correctional Officer Testing Process
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• Prefer experience in corrections, criminal justice, or leadership

Responsibilities

• Enforce rules and regulations in prison or jail.
• Guard prisoners during detention and attend to detainee needs.
• Observe and supervise inmate activities; maintain logs and incident reports.
• Work on on-call, 4-hour shift blocks, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Self-control

Emotional balance

Under pressure

Reading/writing

Communication

Detention/security awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Lincoln County is seeking a PRN Corrections Officer to enforce rules in a jail setting and manage inmate needs during detention. This role is scheduled as needed, with shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, and requires readiness to work a minimum number of 4-hour shifts per period.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and complete all testing components. Prior corrections or leadership experience is preferred, along with a valid driver’s license and clean