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Kay County Detention Center

Newkirk, OK (In Person)

$35,360 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/13/2026

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Job Description

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
  • U.S. CITIZEN OR RESIDENT ALIENT
  • HIGH
SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED
  • NO
FELONY CONVICTIONS, NO MISDEMEANORS IN THE LAST 3 YEARS
  • NO
CRIMES OF MORAL TURPITUDE OR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CONVICTIONS
  • NO
ACTIVE PROTECTIVE ORDERS
  • ABLE
TO WORK WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS AND ADDITIONAL DAYS
(STAFFING
DICTATED
)•
MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Military leave Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent
Pay:
$16.00
  • $18.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required) Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person