On-Site Correctional Security Sergeant - Lead Officer

State of Oklahoma; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma Department of Corrections in Enid is seeking a Sergeant to lead security operations at the Enid Community Correctional Center. Duties include supervising inmate activities, maintaining post security, and ensuring safety during meals, programs, and work assignments.

The position requires knowledge of firearms, discipline methods, and incident reporting, with a strong emphasis on judgment, teamwork, and emergency response.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 20 and possession of 30 college hours or a high school diploma or GED.
• Twenty-four months of correctional or security experience.
• Satisfactory completion of minimum testing or evaluations.
• Valid driver''s license required; travel may be required.
• Applicants will be drug tested.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and supervision to inmates and posts.
• Escort inmates to work sites and control equipment.
• Patrol yards and facilities; manage inmate conduct.
• Prepare reports on incidents and inmate movement.
• Respond to riots, fires and emergencies.
• Operate security equipment and conduct searches.

Skills

Security procedures

Inmate supervision

Firearms proficiency

Report writing

Emergency response

Education

30 college hours or GED/high school diploma

Job description

State of Oklahoma Department of Corrections in Enid is seeking a Sergeant to lead security operations at the Enid Community Correctional Center. Duties include supervising inmate activities, maintaining post security, and ensuring safety during meals, programs, and work assignments.

The position requires knowledge of firearms, discipline methods, and incident reporting, with a strong emphasis on judgment, teamwork, and emergency response.