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Overview

Confidential Client is seeking a Correctional Training Officer to join their Employee Development team in Oklahoma City, OK. This on-site role leads and delivers training programs, develops curriculum and lesson plans, evaluates training needs, and supports professional development across correctional operations.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is looking for a training professional to design and deliver correctional training programs. Core responsibilities include:

• Conduct job analyses and assessments to identify employee training needs
• Develop curriculum, lesson plans, participant manuals, and supporting media (videos, graphics)
• Deliver classroom training, workshops, and seminars (pre-service and in‑service)
• Evaluate participant performance and prepare training reports; maintain training records
• Schedule and coordinate training sessions and training locations
• Provide supervision and guidance to other training officers when assigned
• Coordinate department/division training or organizational development initiatives
• Manage contracts with external service providers when required

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Level expectations

Level I — Entry-level assignment at a facility or district. Perform routine professional training tasks, assist in program development, conduct training using existing materials, and maintain records.

Level II — Career-level assignment with full responsibility for developing and conducting training programs across a facility, unit, district, or at an academy/division level under general guidance. Prepare lesson plans, lead classes/workshops, evaluate outcomes, and produce program reports.

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Qualifications

Minimum qualifications vary by level:

• Level I
  • Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • May substitute one year of correctional/security work, training, adult education, or HR development for each year of required education.
• Level II
  • Bachelor’s degree plus one year of qualifying experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Alternatively, a master’s degree in adult education or human resource development is acceptable.

Required skills and abilities (both levels):

• Knowledge of adult learning principles and employee training methods
• Familiarity with correctional security policies and procedures
• Ability to prepare effective lesson plans and training materials
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
• For Level II: proven ability to plan and conduct employee training programs independently

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Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in a correctional or law enforcement environment
• Experience as a subject matter instructor or training specialist in firearms, CPR, First Aid, defensive tactics, or related areas

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Special Requirements

• Some positions may require a minimum of 80 hours of training as a certified subject matter instructor in areas such as firearms, CPR, First Aid, or self-defense
• Must be willing and able to travel as necessary
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment and while assigned to this job classification
• This is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote work

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Compensation & Schedule

• Level I: $42,445.52 per year (this salary is non-negotiable)
• Level II: $46,664.80 per year (this salary is non-negotiable)
• Employment type: Full-time (on-site)
• Location: Oklahoma City, OK

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Why Join

• Lead meaningful training that directly supports safety, compliance, and staff development in correctional operations
• Work with an experienced training team and opportunities to design impactful adult-education programs
• Clear level progression (Level I → Level II) and defined credentialing expectations

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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