Job Description
Join Missouri's premier public safety team as a Correctional Officer with weekend shifts in Kansas City. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement while serving your community. This role requires dedication, integrity, and a commitment to maintaining secure correctional facilities.
Our agency values diversity and provides ongoing training to support professional development. Weekend shifts offer excellent work-life balance with consistent schedules and premium compensation for off-hours work.
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce facility regulations to ensure safety and security
- Conduct regular rounds and headcounts of inmate populations
- Respond to emergencies and incidents using de-escalation techniques
- Document incidents, reports, and daily activities with precision
- Screen visitors and packages according to department protocols
- Collaborate with law enforcement and healthcare professionals
- Maintain accurate logs and surveillance system monitoring
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Valid Missouri driver's license
- U.S. citizenship and ability to pass background check
- Basic First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain
- Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays
- Physical fitness to meet correctional facility requirements
- Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
- No felony convictions