Corrections Officer I
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Before you apply
Salary$25/hr
LocationKansas City, MO
Work modeon-site
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentCorrections
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 1, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
High School Diploma or its equivalent
Complete and pass the Jail Academy Exam
Pass and maintain firearms qualification
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 possess/maintain an active telephone
Must submit to and pass a police background check, drug screen, motor vehicle record check and physical examination
About the company
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.
About the role
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
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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.
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Associate may be assigned to different posts, areas and shifts depending upon the needs of the operation
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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
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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
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High School Diploma or its equivalent.
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Complete and pass the Jail Academy Exam.
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Pass and maintain firearms qualification.
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Must possess/maintain an active telephone.
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Must possess/maintain valid Missouri or Kansas Driver’s License.
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Must be able to regularly and reliably report to work on time for scheduled shift.
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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!