Hourly pay: $18.27Why you'll love this position: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.What you'll doMaintains security in buildings/towers/other posts of an adult correctional facility; intervenes during emergencies or altercations and gains physical control of offendersSupervises movement of offenders inside/outside the correctional facility; conducts periodic counts of offenders; searches offenders and their living quarters for contraband; Escorts/transports offenders to predetermined locationsSupervises offenders: in housing units; during the performance of work activities; during recreational/ religious activitiesConducts inspections for health and safety hazards; prepares/submits reports on offender violations of divisional or correctional facility rules/unusual offender behaviors/observed mechanical deficiencies/ security breaches or failuresDiscusses minor adjustment problems with offenders; refers serious problems to proper correctional facility staff; promotes rehabilitation by attempting to modify offender's social attitudes/discouraging undesirable behaviors/encouraging worthwhile activitiesSupervises visits with offenders; searches visitors/offenders/buildings/grounds for contrabandPerforms work in accordance with established rules/regulations/post orders/specific instructions; receives general administrative directionPerforms other related work as assignedAll you need for success:Minimum Qualifications:Must bei18 years of age or older.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:All employees, both full-time and part-time, are required to attend, and complete the Basic Training classes administered by the Department of Corrections.By assignment, a position may require:Ability to complete Defensive Tactics and Standard First AidCPR training during Basic Training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.Ability to complete and maintain firearms certification training administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections.Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.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.If you have questions about this position please contact:iDOC.Employment@doc.mo.govThe State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.https://www.applicantpro.com/j/2499262-399171
