Correctional Training Officer

State of Oklahoma • Le Flore, OK

2d • $42,446 - $46,665 • Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Training Officer conducts specialized training and staff development programs at an assigned correctional facility, training academy, or department region or division. The role evaluates employee training needs, develops curriculum and training materials, and delivers instruction on a range of topics and skills.

Level I is an entry-level position performing routine training activities, which may include delivering training using existing materials, assisting with program development and coordination, and maintaining training records. Level II is a career-level position with responsibility for developing and conducting training, preparing lesson plans and materials, evaluating participant results, and preparing reports. Level II employees may also provide academy- or division-level training under the guidance or indirect supervision of a higher-level Correctional Training Officer or staff member.

The position is located at Employee Development/Jim E. Hamilton Correctional Center. It is on-site and not eligible for remote work. Applicants must be willing and able to travel and must hold and retain a valid driver's license while assigned to the classification. Compensation is non-negotiable: Level I pays $42,445.52 and Level II pays $46,664.80.

Requirements

• Knowledge of employee training principles and methods.
• Knowledge of correctional security policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment used in adult education.
• Ability to conduct classroom training, workshops, or seminars.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to prepare lesson plans and other training materials.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
• Level II requires the ability to plan and conduct employee training programs.
• Level I: Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Qualifying correctional or security work, training, adult education, or human resource development experience may substitute at one year for each year of required education.
• Level II: Bachelor's degree plus one additional year of qualifying experience, an equivalent combination of education and experience as described in the posting, or a master's degree in adult education or human resource development.
• Correctional security management experience must involve work at the lieutenant level or above; experience must have been the primary responsibility to qualify.
• Must be willing and able to travel as necessary.
• Must possess a valid driver's license at appointment and retain a valid driver's license while assigned to the classification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a correctional or law enforcement environment.
• Some positions may require at least 80 hours of training conducted as a certified subject matter instructor or subject matter expert instructor in areas such as firearms, CPR, First Aid, or self-defense.

Responsibilities

• Conduct job analyses and assessments to evaluate employee training needs.
• Evaluate and develop curriculum, including lesson plans, participant manuals, videos, and graphics.
• Conduct classroom training, workshops, and seminars, including pre-service and in-service training.
• Prepare training reports and maintain participant training records.
• Schedule and coordinate training sessions and locations.
• Provide supervision to other training officers in planning and conducting correctional training programs.
• Coordinate department or division training and organizational development programs.
• Manage contracts with service providers.
• At Level II, develop and conduct training programs, prepare materials, evaluate participant results, and prepare required reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level