Planner I - Central Office

Job Summary - Why you'll love this position

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. The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Responsibilities - What you'll do

This position is in the Planning and Grants Unit in the Research, Planning, and Process Improvement section.

• Assist in the planning, implementation, and tracking of strategic initiatives and grant projects, including coordinating tasks and reporting project progress.
• Review and analyze processes and operational practices to identify inefficiencies or opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare clear, concise written summaries, reports, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations; document processes and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain organized records and documentation; ensure timely and accurate and tracking of grant funds.
• Collaborate with divisional subject matter experts to gather accurate program information, clarify requirements, and ensure planning materials reflect current practices.
• Provides administrative support to the Research, Planning, and Process Improvement Section including scheduling meetings, producing minutes, meeting room set-up and supplies management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications - All you need for success

Minimum Qualifications:

Four or more years of experience in analysis, program or policy development, facilitation and coordination duties, budget/fiscal management, or probation and parole case management, corrections case management, or clerical experience at the level of Lead Administrative Support Assistant or above, or experience closely related to the above listed responsibilities.

(Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience, at a rate of 30 credit hours for one year)

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, or other basic continuous improvement concepts.
• Experience facilitating small meetings, gathering requirements, or supporting cross-team collaboration.
• Advanced experience with use of Microsoft Suite, specifically in Excel.

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

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

Contingent upon your position, you may also be eligible to receive:

• A $2.00 per hour shift differential if you are assigned to a shift that begins on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am and are employed at a 24/7 congregate care facility (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center).
• A $0.75 per hour maximum security stipend if you work full-time at a qualifying facility.
• A $1.00 per hour restrictive housing stipend if you are assigned a regular post within a restrict housing/segregation unit at any facility.

The Department of Corrections currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous 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.

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