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 Officer/Corrections
Myong Hamilton is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2024 total compensation came to $32,693.
Correctional Sergeant/Corrections
Marcus Arganbright works as a Correctional Sergeant for Corrections. Marcus earned $32,689 in 2024.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Jordan Holden serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $32,685.
Correctional Sergeant/Corrections
Adam Hays holds the role of Correctional Sergeant at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $32,682.
Probation and Parole Officer/Corrections
Chad Merkle works as a Probation and Parole Officer for Corrections. Chad earned $32,680 in 2025.
Probation and Parole Officer/Corrections
Kathleen Merz works as a Probation and Parole Officer for Corrections. Kathleen earned $32,679 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Chad Hawkins holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $32,679.
Correctional Program Specialist/Corrections
Blake Wheeler works as a Correctional Program Specialist for Corrections. Blake earned $32,677 in 2025.
Addiction Counselor/Corrections
Tasha Taylor is a Addiction Counselor at Corrections. 2023 total compensation came to $32,676.
Special Assistant Technician/Corrections
Rodney Lundeen is a Special Assistant Technician at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $32,675.
Special Assistant Professional/Corrections
Mildred Winston is a Special Assistant Professional at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $32,671.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Latesha Deloach holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $32,664.
Correctional Program Specialist/Corrections
Dustin Richardson is a Correctional Program Specialist at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $32,659.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Reid Edwards holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $32,658.
Probation and Parole Officer/Corrections
Elise Cox works as a Probation and Parole Officer for Corrections. Elise earned $32,658 in 2025.
Probation and Parole Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Julia Kenneally serves as a Probation and Parole Officer. Their 2023 pay totaled $32,655.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Jared Clay works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Jared earned $32,649 in 2024.
Correctional Industries Supervisor/Corrections
Thomas Brigance works as a Correctional Industries Supervisor for Corrections. Thomas earned $32,647 in 2023.
Stores/Warehouse Associate/Corrections
At Corrections, Jennifer Towers serves as a Stores/Warehouse Associate. Their 2025 pay totaled $32,640.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Amanda Dreier holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2023, their total compensation was $32,637.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Gina Dayton serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2024 pay totaled $32,633.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Shawn Arneklev is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2024 total compensation came to $32,632.
Probation and Parole Assistant/Corrections
Denver Selsor holds the role of Probation and Parole Assistant at Corrections. In 2024, their total compensation was $32,632.
Administrative Support Clerk/Corrections
At Corrections, Aaron Ayers serves as a Administrative Support Clerk. Their 2024 pay totaled $32,631.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Steven Hager holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2023, their total compensation was $32,621.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Brenden Johnson is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2023 total compensation came to $32,615.
Non-Commissioned Investigator/Corrections
At Corrections, Jennifer Dutton serves as a Non-Commissioned Investigator. Their 2024 pay totaled $32,614.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Tiffany Brost serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2024 pay totaled $32,611.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Tyler Humphrey works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Tyler earned $32,607 in 2023.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Joseph Kuttenkuler is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $32,600.
Human Resources Assistant/Corrections
Jessica Nation holds the role of Human Resources Assistant at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $32,597.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
William Wells holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2024, their total compensation was $32,593.
Specialized Trades Assistant/Corrections
Johnathon Parks is a Specialized Trades Assistant at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $32,565.
Accounts Assistant/Corrections
Krystal Bullock holds the role of Accounts Assistant at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $32,553.
Probation and Parole Officer/Corrections
Dionna Betts holds the role of Probation and Parole Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $32,549.
Correctional Program Specialist/Corrections
Lindsey Miller holds the role of Correctional Program Specialist at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $32,546.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Samantha Winter works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Samantha earned $32,539 in 2024.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Eric Hardge is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2023 total compensation came to $32,529.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Shelly Mccauley is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2024 total compensation came to $32,527.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Adam Woeltje works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Adam earned $32,524 in 2025.