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Corporal Jobs in Jefferson City, MO at State of Missouri
Title: Corporal
Company: State of Missouri
Location: Jefferson City, MO
Job Summary
The Missouri Capitol Police is seeking a dedicated law enforcement professional for the rank of Corporal. This person must be willing to provide quality service, uphold a strong work ethic and accountability, and demonstrate a commitment to achieving our mission.
Missouri Capitol Police is a unique full-service law enforcement agency serving a community of state employees, elected officials, and the public. Our jurisdiction includes the 72-acre Capitol Complex and state office buildings in Cole County. Missouri Capitol Police provide services to more than 18,000 state employees and hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
Our mission is to provide quality service that ensures the safety of the community we serve, guided by professionalism, fairness, personal honor, and integrity. We assist sworn personnel in performing general police duties, processes, and operations to ensure public safety and building security by enforcing state laws. We serve a community that includes state legislators, elected officials, and state employees, ensuring safe conditions so officials can fulfill their oath of office to all Missourians.
Job Responsibilities
The Capitol Police Corporal is responsible for patrolling the State of Missouri Capitol and the surrounding state office buildings in Cole County. Providing law enforcement services to the public, state employees, elected officials, and the Governor and family. Responding to calls for service and crashes within the Capitol jurisdiction. Providing guidance and leadership to officers on shift. Conducting criminal and administrative investigations independently or in cooperation with other law enforcement partner agencies. Enforcing Missouri laws, issuing citations, making arrests, and testifying in court when required. Protecting state property and maintaining public safety.
Corporals assist the assigned Sergeant with regular patrols or Mansion duties, including supervising and directing the day-to-day operations of the assigned sworn personnel. At times, they serve as the ranking supervisor on duty and are expected to lead a team of officers in the assigned Sergeant’s absence. Expected to handle and coordinate special events, staffing, and operations, especially during the General Assembly Session.
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of the current Missouri Class A or B Peace Officer license issued by the Missouri Department of Public Safety.
- Ability to maintain Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
- At least one (1) year of relevant law enforcement experience, with supervisory experience preferred.
- Must possess a valid Missouri driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of law enforcement techniques and criminal investigations.
- Sound decision-making and the ability to act independently during emergencies.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in firearms, defensive tactics, and other required law enforcement certifications.
- Ability to work shifts, including holidays, weekends, and special events, as needed.
Job Requirements
All candidates will be required to complete an application, resume and cover letter at MOCareers.mo.gov.
Eligible candidates will be required to complete a standardized written assessment and an oral interview administered by the Missouri Police Chief’s Association.
The Successful Candidate Must Have
- Ability to pass an in-depth background investigation conducted by the Missouri Capitol Police prior to appointment.
- Ability to pass a medical and visual examination with corrected eyesight to 20/40, a pre-employment drug screen, and a psychological evaluation as prescribed by the Missouri Department of Public Safety after a conditional offer of appointment has been made.
- Physical ability to sit and stand for long periods of time and to lift, carry, push, pull, or drag up to 180 pounds occasionally.
- No objectionable tattoos and no tattoos visible while on duty (i.e., tattoos can be covered with a long-sleeved shirt) or when representing the Missouri Capitol Police in an official capacity, unless approved by the Chief of Police.
- Ability to successfully complete a six-month field training and probationary period.
Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
The salary shown is the base pay rate. An employee with the Missouri Capitol Police receives a step increase on their hire date each year until they reach the maximum amount shown in the MCP pay range.
If you have questions about this position, please contact: [email protected]
