Correctional Officer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1013, Turkey Foot Road, Shadeland East, Lakeview Acres, Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, 40502, United States
About the Role
As a Correctional Officer with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections, you will play a critical role in maintaining the security, control, and custody of inmates within a state adult correctional facility. This position is essential to ensuring the safety of staff, the public, and the incarcerated population while upholding institutional order and discipline.
The role involves a dynamic day-to-day environment where you will supervise inmates across various settings, including cell houses, yards, work crews, and recreation areas. You will be responsible for patrolling assigned posts, conducting inmate counts, performing searches for contraband, and managing inmate conduct. In emergency situations, such as riots or fires, you will respond as part of specialized teams to maintain safety and control.
Training and Development
Selected candidates must be willing to attend an intensive 8-week live-in academy in Oklahoma City, running from Sunday at 6:00 PM through Thursday at 6:00 PM, with weekends reserved for travel home. The academy begins on August 3, 2026. During this period, lodging and meals are provided at no cost to the employee. Prior to the academy, you will work at your selected facility under the guidance of a Field Training Officer.
Career Progression
This job family offers a clear path for advancement. The Correctional Officer level serves as the entry point, involving formal and on-the-job training in security duties, policies, and procedures. Upon completing statutory training and orientation, officers assume full responsibilities for routine security and custody. The Corporal level represents the career tier, where employees perform at a full capacity level, interpreting and executing post orders to maintain discipline and security both within and outside the facility.
Work Environment
This is a full-time, on-site position. Employees must be willing and able to work any assigned shift or day of the week, including additional shifts as required. The role is designated as safety-sensitive, and employees may be certified as peace officers, requiring proficiency in firearms, self-defense tactics, and conflict management.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals who meet the statutory requirements for this position.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1013, Turkey Foot Road, Shadeland East, Lakeview Acres, Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, 40502, United States
Lexington, Kentucky
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide security and supervision to inmates in various situations and activities
- check_circleConduct inmate counts and perform searches for contraband in living quarters
- check_circlePrepare written documentation and reports concerning inmate behavior and incidents
- check_circlePatrol yards, cell houses, corridors, and work areas to monitor inmate movements
- check_circleOperate security equipment to control the movement of inmates, staff, and the public
- check_circleMaintain order and discipline during programs, meals, and recreation periods
- check_circleRespond to emergencies including riots, fires, and escape attempts
Requirements
- verifiedMinimum age 20 years
- verified30 semester hours from accredited college OR high school diploma/GED plus training course
- verifiedValid driver's license
- verifiedSatisfactory completion of pre-employment and annual physical examination
- verifiedSatisfactory completion of drug testing
- verifiedNo conviction of sex offense requiring registration
- verifiedNo conviction of crime of moral turpitude without full pardon
- verifiedNo conviction of nonviolent felony without full pardon or any other felony
- verifiedNo conviction of misdemeanor domestic violence without pardon/expungement
- verifiedNot dishonorably discharged from armed services
- verifiedWillingness to work any assigned shift or day of the week
- verifiedWillingness to attend 8-week live-in academy
Benefits & Perks
check_circleLodging and meals provided during 8-week live-in academy
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Firearms, Restraint Methods, Self-Defense Methods, Oleoresin Capsicum Spray, Self-Defense Tactics, Physical Conditioning.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required, or 30 semester hours from an accredited college.
Frequently asked questions about Correctional Officer at State of Oklahoma
What does a Correctional Officer at State of Oklahoma do?expand_more
In this Correctional Officer at State of Oklahoma role, you will provide security and supervision to inmates in various situations and activities; conduct inmate counts and perform searches for contraband in living quarters; prepare written documentation and reports concerning inmate behavior and incidents; and patrol yards, cell houses, corridors, and work areas to monitor inmate movements.
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To qualify for the Correctional Officer at State of Oklahoma position, applicants should have: Minimum age 20 years; 30 semester hours from accredited college OR high school diploma/GED plus training course; Valid driver's license; Satisfactory completion of pre-employment and annual physical examination; Satisfactory completion of drug testing; and No conviction of sex offense requiring registration.
Where is the Correctional Officer role at State of Oklahoma located?expand_more
Correctional Officer at State of Oklahoma is based in 1013, Turkey Foot Road, Shadeland East, Lakeview Acres, Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, 40502, United States. This is a on-site role.
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State of Oklahoma has listed this Correctional Officer role as on-site.
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Candidates for Correctional Officer at State of Oklahoma should have entry level.
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Key skills for Correctional Officer at State of Oklahoma include Firearms; Restraint Methods; Self-Defense Methods; Oleoresin Capsicum Spray; Self-Defense Tactics; and Physical Conditioning.
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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or GED equivalent required, or 30 semester hours from an accredited college.
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Correctional Officer at State of Oklahoma is part of the other/general job category on Recrutus.
About State of Oklahoma
The Oklahoma State Government delivers essential public services to residents through a network of state agencies. Based in Oklahoma City, the organization employs approximately 30,000 individuals across departments focused on governance, infrastructure, education, and public safety. Its operations aim to support the needs of Oklahoma’s communities while adhering to state policies and regulatory frameworks. The government’s structure includes multiple agencies specializing in areas such as health, transportation, and economic development. By coordinating efforts across these entities, the state works to advance initiatives that align with its administrative priorities. Oklahoma’s government emphasizes accountability and transparency in its mission to serve the public interest.
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