Senior Detention Officer: Facility Security Lead

CoreCivic; Cushing (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Oklahoma is seeking a Senior Detention Officer to supervise Detention Officers on shift and oversee inmate safety within a secure facility. The role emphasizes protecting inmates’ rights while ensuring compliance with facility procedures.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3 years in criminal justice with supervisory exposure, basic pre-service training, relevant license if required, and a valid driver’s license. EOE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
• Three years experience in a criminal justice field, which preferably includes one year in a supervisory capacity.
• Additional education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Completion of basic pre-service officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 20 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide general supervision of Detention Officers and inmates/residents on the shift in the performance of their duties and evaluate as prescribed by the facility and corporate policy.
• Conduct inspections of all housing and general use areas to ensure that proper standards, facility operating procedures and corporate guidelines of security, health, safety, sanitation and welfare are maintained; direct staff and inmate/resident resources to correct problems detected.
• Assist in supervising the internal and external security of the facility; routinely inspect posts to observe alertness of personnel and to confirm security is properly maintained at all times.

Education

High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent

Job description

CoreCivic in Oklahoma is seeking a Senior Detention Officer to supervise Detention Officers on shift and oversee inmate safety within a secure facility. The role emphasizes protecting inmates’ rights while ensuring compliance with facility procedures.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3 years in criminal justice with supervisory exposure, basic pre-service training, relevant license if required, and a valid driver’s license. EOE.