Correctional Activities Officer I

State of Oklahoma; Granite (OK); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Oklahoma seeks a Correctional Activities Officer I at the Oklahoma State Reformatory to plan, organize and supervise inmate leisure-time and physical education activities.

This on-site position requires a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent mix of education and experience, with substitutions for recreational coaching or correctional work; duties include equipment procurement, safety oversight and inmate supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• One year of recreational coaching or instruction may substitute for each year of education.
• Up to two years substitution with correctional or security work for each year of education.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and conduct leisure-time and physical education activities for inmates.
• Supervise inmates during activities and ensure equipment and safety.
• Procure, inventory and maintain equipment; oversee maintenance and safety guidelines.
• Instruct inmates in care of equipment and facilities.
• May evaluate inmates and staff.

Skills

Recreational activities

First aid

Group instruction

Emergency response

Supervision

Sports knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Experience substitution

Job description

Job Posting Title

Correctional Activities Officer I

Agency

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Supervisory Organization

DOC Oklahoma State Reformatory

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$38,328.16

Location

Oklahoma State Reformatory

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving planning, organizing, directing and conducting individual and group leisure-time and physical education activities for inmates in a state correctional institution or facility.

Typical Functions

• Plans, organizes and conducts various leisure-time and physical education activities and intramural sports for inmates; supervises preparation for scheduled events and insures that required equipment and other materials are in place.
• Maintains order and discipline during scheduled activities; supervises inmates in all recreational and related activities.
• Responsible for the selection, procurement, and inventory of equipment and supplies; accounts for damaged or missing equipment and ensures the scheduling and completion of required maintenance; oversees the use of equipment and supplies in accordance with operating guidelines and safety standards.
• Instructs inmates in the appropriate care and maintenance of equipment and recreational facilities; supervises inmates in the completion of related job assignments.
• May be responsible for the evaluation of inmates and staff.

Level Descriptor

This is the career level where employees are assigned responsibilities at the full performance level for planning and conducting a variety of physical education and recreational activities at a state correctional facility. This may include providing training and guidance to inmates, recreation workers or others in preparing for and administering assigned activities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Competencies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of recreational, athletic and group work principles and techniques; of the fundamentals and rules of common sports; and of first aid techniques.

Ability is required to conduct group activities; to supervise and instruct; to judge a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action; and to act quickly and effectively in an emergency situation.

Education And Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting one year of recreational coaching, organized sports or instruction for each year of the required education; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of correctional or security work for each year of the required education with a maximum substitution of two years.

This is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote work.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.