Corrections Sergeant — Lead Security & Inmate Safety

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS; Helena (OK); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

131 Department of Corrections seeks a Sergeant to supervise inmate security and maintain order within James Crabtree Correctional Center. Responsibilities include leading posts, managing inmate movements, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Qualifications require 20+ years age minimum, 24 months of correctional/security experience, and education options of 30 college hours or a high school diploma/GED with approved training. Compliance with testing and travel requirements is needed.

Qualifications

• Must meet statutory requirements: 30 college hours or high school diploma/GED with approved training.
• Minimum age 20 and 24 months of correctional/security experience.
• GED completion is acceptable per Oklahoma standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and supervision to inmates and inmate work crews.
• Escort inmates to work sites and manage equipment and keys.
• Patrol assigned areas and observe inmate activity and conduct.
• Prepare written reports on incidents and movements.
• Respond to riots, fires, and emergencies; participate in escort and control duties.

Skills

English usage

Basic math

Reporting writing

Firearm knowledge

Restraint techniques

Self-defense

Discipline administration

Inmate psychology

Education

30 semester hours

High school diploma or GED

Job description

131 Department of Corrections seeks a Sergeant to supervise inmate security and maintain order within James Crabtree Correctional Center. Responsibilities include leading posts, managing inmate movements, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Qualifications require 20+ years age minimum, 24 months of correctional/security experience, and education options of 30 college hours or a high school diploma/GED with approved training. Compliance with testing and travel requirements is needed.