Jail Inspection/Investigation Officer II

Job Posting Title
Jail Inspection/Investigation Officer II

Agency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization
340 Health Resources Dev Serv

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)
March 26, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time
Full time

Job Type
Regular

Compensation
up to $60,000 based on education and experience

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location: Central Office; 123 Robert S Kerr Ave OKC, OK 73102

Salary: up to $60,000 based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Full time

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Primary Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Position Description:

• Positions in this job family are involved in investigative type work involving the inspection and investigation of city and county jail detention facilities to determine compliance with state standards and providing consultation and assistance to facility administrators and officials in keeping facilities within prescribed standards. This includes the areas of admission, orientation and release procedures, prisoner records, security and prisoner control, rules and discipline, supervision of prisoners, prisoner classification and segregation policies, sanitary and hygienic conditions, training of staff, physical facilities, medical care and health services and food service and dietary requirements and other similar activities. In addition, an added responsibility has been added to the Jail Inspector/Investigation, for the completion of complaint investigations from the Long-Term Care Administrator Licensing Program pertaining to the discipline of LTC Administrators.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following:
• Plans, coordinates, schedules and conducts inspections and investigations using observation, interview and record review within city and county jail detention facilities to determine compliance with state jail detention facility standards and statutes.
• Prepares and submits reports and records to appropriate officials on each facility inspected, investigated or assisted; maintains records, reports and suspense files pertaining to all jail detention facility inspection/investigation activities.
• Provides consultative assistance to jail detention facility officials in problem areas with follow-up inspections as needed to ensure compliance, and coordinates with state, county and city officials on any other jail detention facility problems.
• Provides technical assistance to jail detention facility administrators, architects, and other appropriate officials concerning standards and requirements for jail detention facility construction, remodeling, and operations and maintenance.
• Assists jail detention facility officials in planning and determining operational needs for meeting standards; assists in the training of jail detention facility administrators, operators, and detention officers.
• Conducts death and complaint investigations pertaining to inmates and prepares appropriate reports of findings and actions taken and complaint investigations.
• Reviews inspection reports submitted by the State Fire Marshal’s office to determine compliance with fire and safety standards.
• Reviews medical charts as necessary.
• Serves as an expert witness in court cases and testifies as a witness of findings.
• Assists in investigations conducted by other professional groups and agencies such as the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation.
• Consults with the Office of Juvenile Affairs on juvenile correctional facility management and operation.
• Conducts complaint investigations pertaining to Long-Term Care Administrator Licensing Program Administrators and prepares appropriate reports of findings and actions taken and complaint investigations.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Other Duties

• Demonstrate knowledge of and support the mission, vision, values, standards, policies, and procedures of the department.
• Work effectively in a team environment, assisting peers and fostering collaboration.
• Perform other duties as assigned, which may include administrative tasks related to EMS & Trauma operations and travel and attendance at related meetings and conferences.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public health, health care administration, public administration, behavioral or environmental science and one additional year of experience in inspection, investigation, or policy and program development, evaluation and supervision, in a correctional, law enforcement, or enforcement setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of experience in a correctional facility certification or accreditation program or professional employment that included inspection, investigation, or policy and program development, evaluation and supervision, in a correctional, law enforcement, or enforcement setting for each year of the required education.

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles of conducting interviews; of basic investigation and inspection methods and techniques; of the methods and policies of investigations of suicides and mortalities; of technical report writing methods and standards; of laws and rules applicable to jail detention facilities; of American Correctional Association standards; of American Correctional Association accreditation policies and procedures; of Oklahoma State Fire Safety Codes applicable to correctional facilities; of medical charts and medications prescribed for different diseases and illnesses. Ability is required to provide consultation services to local sheriff’s departments, other law enforcement personnel, and city and county officers on the construction, operation, and maintenance of jail detention facilities; to follow established inspection procedures; to tactfully point out deficiencies and recommend solutions; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Knowledge of jail detention facility administrative and operating procedures; of jail detention facility standards and their applicability to various types of facilities; and of proper investigative techniques for detention facility complaints.

Application Requirements:

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Work is typically performed in an office setting or jail detention facilities setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; drive an automobile. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Periodic overnight travel of no more than two nights, less than six times per year.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .

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• Oklahoma State Department of Health

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