Missouri / Corrections
Agency file
The Corrections runs the corrections system — operating prisons and jails, supervising people in custody, and managing parole or probation.
In 2025, this agency had 13,813 employees with median total compensation of $37,946; the highest distinct record was $189,788.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
How 2025 total compensation is spread across the 13,813 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($37,946) — half earn less, half more. The far-right bar collects the highest earners.
What an average paycheck here is made of — base salary versus overtime, other pay (bonuses, allowances), and benefits. A large overtime or other-pay share means take-home often exceeds base salary.
The pay ladder for this department. Someone at the 90th percentile earns $65,027 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $3,794. The shaded band is the middle half of employees (25th–75th percentile).
The most common job titles in this department by headcount, with the median total compensation for each. Click a title to see everyone who holds it.
Trend
How this department's total payroll, headcount, and median pay changed across the 3 published years.
| Year | Total payroll | Employees | Median pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $441.2M — | 13,107 — | $35,992 — |
| 2024 | $474.5M ▲ 7.5% | 13,715 ▲ 4.6% | $36,729 ▲ 2.0% |
| 2025 | $495.4M ▲ 4.4% | 13,813 ▲ 0.7% | $37,946 ▲ 3.3% |
Compare
Departments elsewhere with the most similar mix of roles — a proxy for the same kind of agency, matched by workforce composition rather than name. Pay is not cost-of-living adjusted.
Record list
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Correctional Program Worker/Corrections
Stephanie Cooper works as a Correctional Program Worker for Corrections. Stephanie earned $13,988 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
John Zipperer is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2024 total compensation came to $13,988.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Oana Trus is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2023 total compensation came to $13,986.
Probation and Parole Officer/Corrections
Ermalyn Mullins is a Probation and Parole Officer at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $13,984.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Johnny Byassee is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $13,984.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Roger Nelson holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2023, their total compensation was $13,983.
Correctional Sergeant/Corrections
Brandi Simmons holds the role of Correctional Sergeant at Corrections. In 2023, their total compensation was $13,982.
Special Assistant Official & Admstr/Corrections
John Mosley holds the role of Special Assistant Official & Admstr at Corrections. In 2024, their total compensation was $13,979.
Probation and Parole Officer/Corrections
Caitlin Jones works as a Probation and Parole Officer for Corrections. Caitlin earned $13,979 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Collin Thompson serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $13,975.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Paul Crowley holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $13,973.
Correctional Sergeant/Corrections
At Corrections, Eric Portiner serves as a Correctional Sergeant. Their 2023 pay totaled $13,973.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Garry Williams serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $13,971.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Paige Vongkhamchanh works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Paige earned $13,970 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Jason Clayton works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Jason earned $13,970 in 2025.
Food Service Manager/Corrections
Bruce Iler is a Food Service Manager at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $13,969.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Aaron Fuchs works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Aaron earned $13,966 in 2023.
Specialized Trades Manager/Corrections
Laura Gant is a Specialized Trades Manager at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $13,966.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Joseph Dunn serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $13,964.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Patsy Redburn serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2024 pay totaled $13,963.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Kaitlyn Pearon works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Kaitlyn earned $13,962 in 2025.
Probation and Parole Officer/Corrections
Heaven Darnall holds the role of Probation and Parole Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $13,961.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Angela Hazel is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $13,960.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Donavan Hay holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $13,956.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Shawn Buettner works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Shawn earned $13,955 in 2024.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Tyler Stutesman holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2024, their total compensation was $13,948.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Brandon Miller works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Brandon earned $13,944 in 2023.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Cheyanne Oettle works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Cheyanne earned $13,943 in 2025.
Maintenance/Grounds Technician/Corrections
Shannon Ritchey holds the role of Maintenance/Grounds Technician at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $13,943.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Patrem Eugenio is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2023 total compensation came to $13,941.
Probation & Parole Supervisor/Corrections
At Corrections, Melissa Dobson serves as a Probation & Parole Supervisor. Their 2025 pay totaled $13,939.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, John Salmons serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $13,936.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
William Brown is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $13,935.
Administrative Support Assistant/Corrections
Kelly Means holds the role of Administrative Support Assistant at Corrections. In 2023, their total compensation was $13,935.
Maintenance/Grounds Technician/Corrections
At Corrections, Shane Alexander serves as a Maintenance/Grounds Technician. Their 2025 pay totaled $13,932.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Jodie Turner works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Jodie earned $13,930 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Amber Lawson serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2023 pay totaled $13,927.
Administrative Support Assistant/Corrections
At Corrections, Kari Fries serves as a Administrative Support Assistant. Their 2025 pay totaled $13,926.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Vincent Ford holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $13,925.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Nikolai Casten is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $13,914.