Job Description

Job Summary - Why 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.


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.

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

This position is responsible for day to day operations in the Command Center. Duties include, but are not limited to: issuing, modifying and canceling warrants per policy/SOP, responding to MULES warrant hits, investigating electronic monitoring violations and updating/maintaining accurate information in various databases. Command Center staff serve as the after-hours agency emergency point of contact, and engage with all levels of external agencies and organizations as well as offenders and the general public.

High level abilities in the following areas are essential: professionalism, customer service, prioritization, organization, verbal/written communication and time management. Knowledge of department computer systems and computer peripherals is preferred, and Missouri Uniform Law Enforcement System (MULES) certification will be required following appointment.

Ability to pass a background investigation administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections

By assignment a position may require: successful completion of safety training which may include firearms/defensive tactics/CPR/First Aid, and the ability to re-qualify annually; successful completion of training administered by the Missouri State Highway Patrol in the Missouri Uniform Law Enforcement System (MULES) prior to regular appointment

Performs other related work as assigned.

Qualifications - All you need for success

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be a minimum of 18 years old AND a valid vehicle operator's license

All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

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 maximum security stipend if you work full-time at a qualifying facility.
• A $1.00 per hour restrictive housing stipend 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!

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.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

DOC.Employment@doc.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Trial period, Shift work

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