Job Description
Join the Oklahoma Department of Corrections as a Night Shift Correctional Officer and play a vital role in public safety. We offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Protect your community while maintaining secure facilities during overnight hours.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary with shift differential for night hours
- Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
- Paid training and professional development programs
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Stable government employment with job security
Responsibilities
- Monitor and supervise inmate activities during overnight shifts
- Conduct regular security checks and perimeter patrols
- Respond to emergencies and incidents per protocol
- Maintain accurate incident reports and documentation
- Enforce facility rules and regulations consistently
- Operate security systems and control room equipment
- Coordinate with day-shift staff for seamless operations
- Participate in emergency response and evacuation drills
Qualifications
- Minimum 21 years of age (Oklahoma state requirement)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Oklahoma driver's license
- No felony convictions or serious misdemeanors
- Ability to pass background investigation and polygraph
- Physical fitness to meet department standards
- Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends/holidays
- Basic computer literacy and report writing skills