Lead Correctional Sergeant: Inmate Security & Training

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma is seeking a Sergeant at Clara Waters Community Corrections Center to lead security operations and supervise inmate movements on-site. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, conducting counts, and coordinating with teams during incidents.

The position requires knowledge of English usage, reporting, and firearms handling, with a mandatory background in correctional or security work and willingness to work varying shifts. A valid driver’s license and drug testing are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in correctional or security work required by statute.
• Knowledge of English usage, basic math, reporting writing, and firearms handling.
• Willingness to work any shift and undergo drug testing and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and supervision to inmates in various settings; monitor posts.
• Guard inmate work crews, escort inmates, and secure equipment and keys.
• Patrol yards, housing, and work areas; observe inmate movements and discipline.

Skills

Inmate supervision

Post security

Report writing

Firearms safety

Emergency response

Team leadership

Education

30 semester hours of college coursework

High school diploma or GED

Job description

State of Oklahoma is seeking a Sergeant at Clara Waters Community Corrections Center to lead security operations and supervise inmate movements on-site. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, conducting counts, and coordinating with teams during incidents.

The position requires knowledge of English usage, reporting, and firearms handling, with a mandatory background in correctional or security work and willingness to work varying shifts. A valid driver’s license and drug testing are required.