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Corrections Officer
$13.87 starting hourly pay rate with health, vision and dental benefits available.
Uniforms and duty gear are provided.
Applicants with a Missouri POST license can be commissioned after a probationary period.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Reports to:
Requirements for applicants:
Experience is preferred but not necessary to apply.
If you have previously applied for this position in the last 6 months, do not re-apply.
Questions? Contact Corrections Lieutenant Mike Barnett. 417-451-8311 or E-Mail.
$13.87 starting hourly pay rate with health, vision and dental benefits available.
Uniforms and duty gear are provided.
Applicants with a Missouri POST license can be commissioned after a probationary period.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Monitors and directs group and individual behavior among the inmates to prevent, control and resolve inmate problems or conflicts.
- Escorts and/or transports inmates to and from various activities within and outside the jail.
- Assists with the inmate admission, classification and release processes.
- Monitors and directs various inmate programs (e.g. recreation, visitation, etc.).
- Provides and summons assistance and aid for inmates while maintaining the safety and security of the facility.
- Dispenses authorized medications and administers first aid and CPR.
- Delivers meals, mail, supplies, etc., to the inmates.
- Maintains necessary financial records (e.g. cash accounts in inmate and canteen funds, bail, fines, etc.).
- Collects, maintains, and completes necessary records and reports (e.g. criminal history, medical screening, medication delivery, inmate activity, inmate property, fingerprints, photographs, visitor logs, incident and discipline reports, etc.).
- Searches and observes inmates, visitors, vendors, and others to ensure security.
- Inspects all jail areas to ensure adherence to all jail policies and procedures (e.g. sanitation, security, etc.) and ensures that these aspects of the jail operation are maintained.
- Acts as an unrestricted Deputy Sheriff in emergency situations such as riots, large scale civil disobedience, natural disasters and other situations as determined by the Sheriff.
- Demonstrates punctual and reliable attendance in accordance with designated work schedule.
- Complies with applicable safety rules, laws, and practices; uses proper safety equipment and procedures in all operations.
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Reports to:
- Immediate Supervisor; Corrections Corporal; Corrections Sergeant; Corrections Lieutenant
Requirements for applicants:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- At least 18 years of age
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED
- Must meet vision, hearing and physical agility standards
- Must possess a valid Missouri driver's license
- Be able to pass a reference and background investigation, which may include a polygraph/voice stress exam
- Able to work 12 hour shifts
Experience is preferred but not necessary to apply.
If you have previously applied for this position in the last 6 months, do not re-apply.
Questions? Contact Corrections Lieutenant Mike Barnett. 417-451-8311 or E-Mail.
Applications will be accepted by e-mail, in person, mail, or fax 417-451-8352.
NCSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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