Jackson County, Missouri

Corrections Sergeant

Jackson County, Missouri  •  $31.45 - $200/hr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

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: 200

Salary: $31.45/hour

Job Duties:

  • R esponsible for the coordination and control of inmate security and activities in a designated area within the detention center.
  • R esponsible for implementing policies and procedures; monitoring the performance of Corrections Officers; and recommending appropriate disciplinary actions; remaining alert to inmate and/or staff concerns and resolving those issues within the associate's range of authority.
  • R esponsible for reviewing and completing all documentation involving floor operations and associates in an assigned area; training new Corrections Officers to develop the skills of established officers; evaluating the job performance of Probationary Corrections Officers

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or its equivalent.
  • Three years of experience working in Corrections or Law Enforcement.
  • Completed and passed the Jail Academy Exam.
  • Passed and maintained firearms qualification.
  • Received at least a "Meets Expectations" current performance evaluation.
  • Must be at least 20 years old.
  • Certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED.
  • Must possess/maintain an active telephone in his/her residence and be available to work weekends and evenings.
  • Must possess/maintain valid Missouri or Kansas Driver's License.
  • Must submit to and pass a police background check, drug screen, motor vehicle record check.

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

Jackson County, Missouri

About Jackson County, Missouri

Jackson County, Missouri is home to unique communities - each with its own personality, government officials and amenities. We are one of 114 counties in Missouri and are comprised of 18 cities and towns, which includes most of Kansas City, MO.

The employees of Jackson County fill a vast array of positions, but they are all part of one team sharing a common goal - serving the County's citizens. Jackson County is a great place to work and retire from. With competitive benefits and an employee pension plan, many employees stay with the county for 10+ years.

Jackson County Parks + Rec is the third largest county parks system in America. It is home to fantastic beaches and lakes, with the finest public marinas in Missouri.

We offer our residents and regional neighbors nearly 22,000 acres of premier outdoor enjoyment for "get-away-from-it-all" weekends and memorable vacations.

Jackson County voters adopted a Charter in 1970 that created a new form of County government, one featuring three distinctive branches: the Executive, the Legislative and the Judicial. Appointed directors lead the various administrative departments - Assessment, Collections, Recorder of Deeds, etc. Jackson County's elected officials include one County Executive, nine County Legislators, the County Prosecutor and the County Sheriff. Voters approved a revised Charter in August of 2010 to provide updates that included the County Ethics Code.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Kansas City, Missouri
Year Founded
1826
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