Highway Patrol patrols assigned geographic area and makes note of unusual or suspicious events. Resolves disputes and enforces traffic laws. Being a Highway Patrol may require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Must meet physical and personal requirements. Additionally, Highway Patrol has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
POSITION AVAILABLE: Temporary Professional
SALARY RANGE (hourly): $16.31
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OFFICIAL DOMICILE: St. Louis, Missouri
POSITION DESCRIPTION: This position performs routine clerical work while following well-established procedures, which can be readily learned by on-the-job training. Detailed instructions are given at the beginning of work on subsequent new assignments. The employee is expected to exercise discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information. An employee in this position is closely supervised; however, independent judgment is expected in the performance of routine duties. This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position is approved for 1,000 hours of work during a 12-month period.
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Individuals, including current Patrol employees, interested in this position must visit our website at https://statepatrol.dps.mo.gov/ to complete and submit an application prior to the application deadline. Positions requiring a typing test requires all interested applicants to complete a typing test (http://mshp-hrd.AssessTyping.com) prior to the application deadline. . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application. Individuals who have previously completed an application must access their profile in the system to re-apply.
Interviews will be scheduled as applications are reviewed.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Final selection may be based upon several factors, e.g., results of an oral
interview, written examination or exercise, review of past work performance, performance evaluations, and/or candidate’s possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed necessary for successful performance in the job.
Once a job offer has been made, employment with the Missouri State Highway Patrol is contingent upon the successful results of a background investigation and Patrol administered drug test. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is a Drug Free Workplace.
Some Patrol duties relate to criminal activity. Therefore, employees may be exposed to written material, photographs, and/or verbal language of a sexual nature. The requirements of this position are not intended to create a hostile work environment; however, it is work of an extremely sensitive nature. A copy of the Missouri State Highway Patrol policy on sexual harassment is available upon request.
To be eligible for employment with the Patrol, applicants must meet all dress and appearance requirements. Click HERE for more details about dress and appearance requirements.
EEO STATEMENT: The Missouri State Highway Patrol is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, or disability.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.31 per hour
Expected hours: 15 per week
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Work Location: In person