Corrections Officer I

Jackson County, MO • Full-time • Jackson County Detention Center, United States of America • 1h ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Department: Corrections

Grade: 140

Salary: $25.00/hour

** The Detention Center is a 24/7 facility and vacancies to be filled may be in any of three different shifts

Job Duties

Responsible for providing security for inmates housed at the Jackson County Detention Center and following written procedures and guidelines in the department's policy and procedure manual.
Associate may be assigned to different posts, areas and shifts depending upon the needs of the operation
Receives and processes new inmates; checks for proper commitment papers, conducts searches for contraband, physically assesses inmate for injuries or other health concerns, inventories personal property, escorts inmate through all intake functions and areas
If overtime is required, the associate is subject to being held over/drafted and/or called in to report for work when staffing shortages, department emergencies and other assignments require.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or its equivalent.
Complete and pass the Jail Academy Exam.
Pass and maintain firearms qualification.
Must possess/maintain an active telephone.
Must possess/maintain valid Missouri or Kansas Driver's License.
Must be able to regularly and reliably report to work on time for scheduled shift.
Must submit to and pass a police background check, drug screen, motor vehicle record check and physical examination. BARGAINING UNIT POSITION.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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