Corrections Sergeant

Lead staff responsible for maintaining the safety, custody, security and control of inmates at all levels of security in an indirect or direct supervision, prisoner processing or work release environment on assigned shift.

As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work‑life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance as well as short‑ and long‑term disability.

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• Coordinate and deliver specialized training programs for staff
• Serve as a mentor to guide cadets in their duties and professional growth
• Actively encourage, motivate and engage cadets during instruction
• Provide constructive feedback to cadets
• Conduct ongoing research to stay informed about departmental training needs, industry best practices, and evolving correctional policies

• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

A minimum of an associate’s degree with three years of work‑related experience, including one year as a Corrections Officer. Related experience shall consist of work in the following areas: criminal justice, social work, psychology, corrections, probation and parole, and substance/addiction treatment. Experience as a police or security officer is not creditable. Candidates with no degree must have at least four years of work‑related experience.

Required to work mandatory overtime and to work on any shift as needed.

Possession of a valid Driver's License.

Extensive standing, walking, climbing stairs at least eight times daily per shift, using and lifting emergency equipment (fire extinguisher, AED, pepper spray, taser etc.), bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, reaching overhead, continuously wearing an equipment belt, using a breathing apparatus, listening for possible disturbances, observation of required areas

A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.

The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job‑related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire.

Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at  We only accept On‑line applications.

The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615‑5429 for more information on this policy.

St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615‑5429
Relay MO 711 or 800‑735‑2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615‑7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov