Correctional Officer

Company: City of Kansas City Missouri
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: March 27, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule Full-time position available with the Office of the City Manager, Corrections Division located at 7740 E. Front Street Salary Range: $19.37-$30.64/hour *depending on qualifications Normal Work Days/Hours: 24 Hour Facility, Sunday-Saturday, two consecutive days off; 3 Shifts Available: 6;00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m., and 10:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m.; Shift differential available for shifts starting on or after 2:00 p.m. and on the weekends Application Deadline Date: March 27, 2026 *Military veterans encouraged to apply. Responsibilities - Monitors residents in custody in all settings. - Interacts with people in custody, employing effective communication skills and sound decision-making. - Maintains strict order and discipline among the detained population, while promoting social behavior and supporting rehabilitation. - Patrols designated areas to prevent unauthorized access and ensuring a secure perimeter. - Admits and releases those in the custody of the facility. - Performs complete booking and intake procedures, including fingerprinting, photographs, orientation to the facility, and providing for basic needs during the intake process. - Receives inmate funds, counts monies, and deposits into the inmate account. - Prepares comprehensive reports such as incident reports, headcounts, and vehicle use logs. - Utilizes various reports to verify and ensure accountability for incarcerations and releases accurately. - Complete written logs as required. Qualifications REQUIRES high school graduation. Must possess a valid state issued drivers license in accordance with City of KCMO policies. May be required to possess a valid MO Class A, B or C CDL prior to the end of the probationary period as determined by the department. Must be eligible to obtain a special police commission as issued by the KCMO Police Department. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City. Other Information Why You'll Love Working with Us Core Employee Benefits Comprehensive Health Coverage Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions. Generous Paid Time Off Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidayswith accruals that grow the longer you're with us. Secure Retirement Planning City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security. Support for Lifes Big Moments Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind. Tuition Assistance Get reimbursed for eligible education expensesinvest in your future while you work. Income Protection Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings. Life Insurance Provided City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind. Community Volunteer Leave Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about. Want the Full Picture? Click here for a complete benefits summary. URGENT CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete. In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the Citys Applicant Tracking System. Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained. Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical. If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months. The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org. If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during wartime and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code 4211).

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