Correctional Security Officer — 8-Week Academy + Lodging

State of Oklahoma; Kansas; On-site; USD 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging provided

Meals provided

Job summary

Oklahoma Department of Corrections is recruiting for Correctional Security Officers across the state. Applicants must attend an 8-week live-in academy in Oklahoma City from Sunday 6:00 PM through Thursday 6:00 PM and then report to a facility.

Lodging and meals are provided, and assignments are made based on facility or county preferences listed in your initial application. Positions span facilities statewide with duties in security and custody of inmates.

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise inmates and maintain security.
• Willing to attend an 8-week academy in Oklahoma City.
• Lodging and meals are provided.
• Must have valid driver’s license; willing to travel.
• Pre-employment and annual physicals required.

Responsibilities

• Provides security and supervision to inmates in a variety of situations and activities; maintain security of an assigned area or post.
• Secures inmates and work crews; escorts inmates to work sites; inventories equipment and keys.
• Patrols facilities and yards; monitors inmate conduct and movements.
• Maintains order in programs and meals; inspects areas for contraband; files incident reports.
• Operates security equipment to control movement.

Skills

Inmate supervision

Security procedures

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

30 college hours

Job description

Oklahoma Department of Corrections is recruiting for Correctional Security Officers across the state. Applicants must attend an 8-week live-in academy in Oklahoma City from Sunday 6:00 PM through Thursday 6:00 PM and then report to a facility.

Lodging and meals are provided, and assignments are made based on facility or county preferences listed in your initial application. Positions span facilities statewide with duties in security and custody of inmates.