Project Coordinator - Central Office

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Leave accrual

Uniforms provided

Direct deposit

Credit union access

Training opportunities

Job summary

Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a detail‑driven analyst to support the Research, Planning, and Process Improvement Section within the Office of the Director. You will help coordinate strategic initiatives, track grants, and streamline processes to improve operations across the department.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in analysis, program or policy development, and strong skills in Excel, reporting, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of experience in analysis, program or policy development, facilitation and coordination duties, budget/fiscal management, or probation and parole case management, corrections case management, or clerical experience at the level of Lead Administrative Support Assistant or above, or experience closely related to the above listed responsibilities.
• Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience, at a rate of 30 credit hours for one year

Responsibilities

• Support activities related to strategic initiatives and grant-funded programs.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, timelines, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain tracking of grant funds and process spending requests submitted by program teams.
• Review business processes and operational workflows to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives and help implement recommended solutions.
• Prepare reports, presentations, process documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Gather and organize information from stakeholders across the department to support planning and decision-making.
• Monitor and maintain project and grant documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with project meetings by preparing materials, documenting discussions, recording action items, and supporting follow-up activities.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for section operations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analysis

Program development

Policy development

Facilitation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they’re good neighbors.

We offer great benefits! Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / 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 initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program. The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

This position is in the Research, Planning, and Process Improvement Section within the Office of the Director.

• Support activities related to strategic initiatives and grant-funded programs.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, timelines, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain tracking of grant funds and process spending requests submitted by program teams.
• Review business processes and operational workflows to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives and help implement recommended solutions.
• Prepare reports, presentations, process documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Gather and organize information from stakeholders across the department to support planning and decision-making.
• Monitor and maintain project and grant documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with project meetings by preparing materials, documenting discussions, recording action items, and supporting follow-up activities.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for section operations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Four or more years of experience in analysis, program or policy development, facilitation and coordination duties, budget/fiscal management, or probation and parole case management, corrections case management, or clerical experience at the level of Lead Administrative Support Assistant or above, or experience closely related to the above listed responsibilities.

(Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience, at a rate of 30 credit hours for one year)

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• Experience supporting projects, programs, grants, or organizational initiatives.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies such as Lean, 5S, or continuous improvement principles.
• Experience coordinating meetings, documenting requirements, or supporting cross-functional work.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience creating reports, presentations, or process documentation.

This role is ideal for individuals interested in project coordination, organizational improvement, data-informed decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration.

Contingent upon your position, you may also be eligible to receive:

• A $2.00 per hour shift differential if you are assigned to a shift that begins on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am and are employed at a 24/7 congregate care facility (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center).
• A $0.75 per hour medium security or $1.50 maximum security differential if you work full-time at a qualifying facility.
• A $1.00 per hour restrictive housing differential if you are assigned a regular post within a restrict housing/segregation unit at any facility.

The Department of Corrections currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years!

If you are transferring from another State of Missouri agency and are receiving state retention pay, please be advised that the Missouri Department of Corrections administers retention based upon your retention anniversary date. As a result, your retention pay upon transfer may differ from what you were receiving at your previous agency until you reach your applicable retention anniversary date.

The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.

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