Probation and Parole Assistant P&P Command Center

Job Description:

Probation and Parole Assistant P&P Command Center

Description

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they’re good neighbors.

We offer great benefits!Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / Paid life insurance / Long-term disability insurance / Cafeteria plan / Paid holidays / 10 hours annual leave per month / 10 hours sick leave per month / Uniforms provided when required / Pre-service and in-service training / Access to credit union / Direct deposit of paycheck (required) / Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program

This position is responsible for day to day operations in the Command Center. Duties include, but are not limited to: issuing, modifying and canceling warrants per policy/SOP, responding to MULES warrant hits, investigating electronic monitoring violations and updating/maintaining accurate information in various databases. Command Center staff serve as the after-hours agency emergency point of contact, and engage with all levels of external agencies and organizations as well as offenders and the general public.

High level abilities in the following areas are essential: professionalism, customer service, prioritization, organization, verbal/written communication and time management. Knowledge of department computer systems and computer peripherals is preferred, and Missouri Uniform Law Enforcement System (MULES) certification will be required following appointment.

Ability to pass a background investigation administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections

By assignment a position may require: successful completion of safety training which may include firearms/defensive tactics/CPR/First Aid, and the ability to re-qualify annually; successful completion of training administered by the Missouri State Highway Patrol in the Missouri Uniform Law Enforcement System (MULES) prior to regular appointment

Performs other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be a minimum of 18 years old AND a valid vehicle operator's license

All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed

Some positions are eligible for a shift differential of $173.34 semi-monthly, which is provided to employees with shifts that begin on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am, and who work at a 24/7 worksite (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center), or whose work requires regular visits to these locations. If selected for interview, eligibility may be discussed at that time with the hiring manager.

The Department of Corrections is the only State agency that currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of service up to 20 years.

The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.

Salary:

$40,979.76 per Year