The chief executive officer of the state of Missouri must be at least 30 years old, a U.S. citizen for 15 years or longer and a resident of Missouri for at least 10 years before being elected governor.

The governor is elected to a four-year term during the same year as a presidential election and may seek re-election to a second four-year term. No person may hold the office for more than two terms.

The governor appoints the members of all boards and commissions, the heads of all departments in state government and all vacancies in public offices unless otherwise provided by law. The board members of Missouri’s state universities and colleges are appointed by the governor. The governor also selects the members of the Supreme and Appellate Courts of Missouri from names submitted by the State Judicial Commissions in addition to numerous other appointments.

The governor addresses the General Assembly on the state of government and recommends changes or other actions to be taken. A budget is submitted by the governor to the General Assembly within 30 days after the assembly convenes. The budget contains the governor’s estimates of available state revenues and an itemized plan for proposed expenditures.

All bills passed by both houses of the legislature, except those referred to a vote of the people, are submitted to the governor for his consideration. The governor may either approve a bill, making it law, or return it to the legislature with his objections.

The governor performs many other duties assigned by constitution, statute or custom. The governor also has the power to grant reprieves, commutations and pardons, but this does not include the power to parole.

In addition to his other duties, the governor is a member of a number of boards and commissions, such as the Board of Public Buildings and State Board of Fund Commissioners.

Moreover, the governor is commander-in-chief of the state’s militia, the Missouri National Guard.

General Information for Injured Workers in Missouri

If you are injured on the job or have been exposed to occupational disease in the course and scope of your employment, the Missouri Workers’ Compensation law provides some relief from the financial strain of being injured and/or unable to return to work.

Learn more about resources available for injured workers.

Does your Employer have Workers’ Compensation Coverage?

Are you covered? In the state of Missouri, any employer with five or more employees and any employer in the construction industry with one or more employees is required to maintain workers’ compensation coverage for its employees. Follow a two step process to check if your employer has Workers’ Compensation Coverage.

Check if your employer has workers’ compensation coverage.

Preserving Our Resources

The State of Missouri works with Missouri’s citizens to protect our natural resources and ensure future generations can enjoy them.

Invasive Species

Species that come from a distant region or another continent can become invasive. Please do what you can to control invasive species when you landscape, farm, hunt, fish, camp or explore nature. Invasive species and their seeds can travel on tires, clothes, in bait buckets and firewood.

Endangered Species

All living things are part of a complex, delicately balanced network of ecosystems. Species are going extinct at an alarming rate worldwide, forever weakening the fabric of natural communities and ecosystems. These dramatic declines in species are due primarily to the intensive human use – and abuse – of their habitats.

File for Unemployment Benefits

Benefit calculators

Use these calculators to estimate the unemployment benefits for which you may be eligible.

Unemployment benefits for military spouses

Appeals

A claimant, an employer, or a licensed attorney can file an appeal following unemployment benefits determination. The appeal process includes a hearing with the an Appeals Tribunal in which both parties have a chance to argue their case and present their evidence. File an appeal.

Shared Work Program

Employment Transition Team

The Employment Transition Team provides businesses and workers experiencing layoffs or closures assistance and services. There is no charge for these programs and services, either to the companies or workers who use them.

Find a Job in Missouri

Jobs.mo.gov is the premier source for all resources relating to employment in Missouri.

• Search for job openings based upon your individual qualifications.
• View electronic Job Orders and referral information for job openings whose qualifications you meet.
• Search new Job Orders added daily.
• Create an electronic Job Seeker Summary that is searchable by Missouri employers.

Get a Job with the State of Missouri

Visit our State Employment Resources page to begin your career with the State of Missouri. Here you will find:

• MO Careers
  • Browse State Employment Opportunities,
  • Learn How to Apply,
  • View State Benefits,
  • And more.
• Additional State job resources and information
• Individual Agency Job Listings

Career Resources

The National Career Readiness Certificate

The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) increases Missouri’s economic competitiveness by connecting Missouri businesses with skilled workers who demonstrate proficiency in basic workplace readiness.

The Missouri Career Guide

The Missouri Career Guide guide provides information and data to assist students in making informed career choices. It also helps job seekers of all ages to identify education and skills-development resources and to improve their job-hunting and interviewing skills.

Job Outlook and Career Grades

What are the hot jobs today and of the future? See what level of education will likely be needed for jobs having better than average outlook through the year 2018, plus how much the occupations typically pay in Missouri. Check the Job Outlook and Career Grades to answer these questions.

Professional Training

Training programs are available to help workers, unemployed workers and employers in further their skills and practice safe working practices. Find a training program.

Assistance Programs

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More Information & Services

Prenatal Care & Babies

Below are links to information that will help families and, in particular, expectant mothers contribute to the health of their baby or toddler.

• Alcohol and Pregnancy
• Baby and Toddler Health
• Breastfeeding
• Drugs and Pregnancy
• Health Care for Baby
• Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies
• Immunizations
• National Breastfeeding Helpline
• Nutrition During Pregnancy
• Nutrition for Infants
• Safe Sleep for Babies
• Shaken Baby Syndrome
• TEL-LINK Referral Line
• Substance Use During Pregnancy

Children

• BAM – Body and Mind
• Children’s Health
• Flu Shots
• Handwashing
• Head lice
• Healthy Weight
• Immunizations
• Obesity
• Teeth Care

Adolescents & Teens

Use the websites below to find information on teen health topics:

• Concussions – MSHSAA presentation
• Underage Drinking in Missouri Facts
• Marijuana Facts for Parents
• Marijuana Facts for Teens
• Suicide Prevention Lifeline
• Tween & Teen Health
• Underage Drinking
• Working Teens

Senior & Disability Services

Help from the Department of Health & Senior Services for independent living, finding an advocate, nursing homes and long-term care, and more. Browse Senior and Disability Services.

Programs & Services

Elder Safety

• AARP driving safety course
• Elder abuse

Assistance Programs & Prescriptions