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Detention Officer

CUSTER COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
Arapaho, OK Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

Overview
We are seeking dedicated and vigilant individuals to join our team as Correctional Officers. This role is critical in maintaining safety and security within our correctional facility. Officers will be responsible for overseeing inmate activities, ensuring compliance with facility rules, and fostering a safe environment for both staff and inmates. The ideal candidate will possess strong conflict management skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to upholding the law.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor inmate behavior and activities to ensure compliance with facility regulations.
  • Conduct regular inspections of the facility, including cells and common areas, to maintain security.
  • Respond promptly to incidents or emergencies, utilizing conflict management techniques as necessary.
  • Prepare detailed reports on incidents, inmate behavior, and daily activities.
  • Operate surveillance equipment such as CCTV to monitor inmate movements and facility security.
  • Enforce rules and regulations consistently while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Provide first aid and CPR in emergency situations when required.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and other personnel to ensure safety protocols are followed.

Experience

  • Certification in CPR and First Aid is highly desirable.
  • Data entry and computer skills a plus
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • 21 years of age preferred
  • Must be a United States citizen or in resident alien status, as defined by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
  • Must have a good driving record.
  • Must not have been convicted in state or federal court for any felony, crime of moral turpitude, or a crime of domestic violence and pass an OSBI and FBI fingerprint check.
  • Must not have been involuntarily committed to an Oklahoma state mental institution.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $40,500.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Morning shift
  • Night shift

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Arapaho, OK 73620 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Arapaho, OK 73620: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,000 - $40,500

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