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Correctional Officer

Kay County Detention Center
Newkirk, OK Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2025

Kay County Detention Center is looking to hire Detention Officers. YOU MUST BE 18 TO APPLY.
You will be responsible for the custody and control of inmates; security of the jail; physical movement of inmates; and all inmate needs. Basic data entry; in application of jail techniques; in maintaining security of inmates; and in application of principles of supervision. Knowledge of radio system/10 codes; of CPR; of inter-department correspondence, of policies, rules and regulations pertaining to jail operations; of security techniques; of jail records; and of jail standard operating procedures. Must be alert and vigilant; to exercise initiative and independent judgment; to understand and follow oral and written instructions; and to deal tactfully with others.

Qualifications
- Strong core skills in security and conflict management
- Premium skills in CCTV monitoring, first aid, law enforcement, CPR, and military background
- Relevant skill in report writing
- Previous supervising experience is preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Extended hours
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Overtime

Shift availability:

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

Ability to Commute:

  • Newkirk, OK 74647 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Newkirk, OK 74647: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18

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