Correctional Security Lieutenant - Shift Leader

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS; Holdenville (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS is seeking a Lieutenant at Allen Gamble Correctional Center to coordinate and supervise correctional security operations on an assigned shift. The role includes directing security activities, handling riot and escape procedures, and maintaining shifts and reports.

The position requires three years of correctional or security experience and compliance with state training and physical requirements.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in correctional or security work for a government or private corrections entity.
• Good moral character and ability to pass a physical and background checks.
• Mandatory training for correctional officers and guards as prescribed by the State Board of Corrections.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise correctional security functions on an assigned shift or unit.
• Coordinate security, riot and escape procedures and inmate searches.
• Prepare daily work schedules and maintain records on staff and residents.
• Act as liaison to local law enforcement and arrange court appearances.
• Participate in institutional policy formation and supervise subordinate staff.

Skills

Supervisory methods

Staffing patterns

Discipline procedures

Inmate psychology

Firearms knowledge

Restraint techniques

English usage

Basic math

Report writing

Education

Three years correctional/ security experience

High school diploma or 30 college hours or GED with training

Job description

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS is seeking a Lieutenant at Allen Gamble Correctional Center to coordinate and supervise correctional security operations on an assigned shift. The role includes directing security activities, handling riot and escape procedures, and maintaining shifts and reports.

The position requires three years of correctional or security experience and compliance with state training and physical requirements.