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Human Resources Assistant Central Office HR

State of Missouri, Jefferson City, MO, United States


Job Overview
A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It is 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 are good neighbors.

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

1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years

Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug‑free workplace

Responsibilities

Exercise independent judgment and decision making while performing duties under general supervision.

Perform a variety of Human Resources functions requiring specialized knowledge and expertise.

Review employment applications to determine eligibility and qualifications in accordance with agency and Office of Administration requirements.

Process employment verifications for current and former department employees.

Track departmental compliance of the I‑9 process and the associated federal regulations.

Establish security access to HR and personnel‑related systems for worksite personnel staff, ensuring appropriate security protocols are followed.

Draft and distribute personnel letters associated with PAF (Position Action Form) processes.

Audit annual and cyclical compensatory leave payouts for accuracy and compliance.

Perform other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

One or more years as an Administrative Support Assistant (SOSA) with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.

Four or more years of office experience and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.

(Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis for general experience at a rate of 30 earned credit hours for one year.)

All requested documents must be received by the closing date listed.

Compensation & Stipends

$2.00 per hour shift differential if assigned to a shift that begins on or between 12:00 pm and 5:00 am and are employed at a 24/7 congregate care facility.

$0.75 per hour maximum security stipend if work full‑time at a qualifying facility.

$1.00 per hour restrictive housing stipend if assigned a regular post within a restrictive housing/segregation unit at any facility.

Contact
DOC.Employment@doc.mo.gov

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