CORRECTIONS OFFICER

OverviewLOCATION INFORMATIONThis is a statewide recruitment for the position of Correctional Officer. Applicants will be considered for placement at one or more locations listed below based on hiring needs and candidate preference.Position Number: 22084099County: STATEWIDEPosting End Date: July 2, 2026Anticipated Starting Salary: $50,845.00Location information – facilitiesEast Arkansas Regional Unit (EARU) – BrickeysGrimes – NewportMcPherson – NewportOuachita River Unit (ORU) – MalvernOmega SSC – MalvernSouthwest Community Corrections Center (SWCCC) – TexarkanaHawkins/Wrightsville – WrightsvilleNortheast Community Corrections Center (NECCC) – OsceolaBenny Magness Unit – Calico RockMission The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders.Equal employment The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.Position InformationJob Series: Corrections Officers - Career-pathClassification: Corrections OfficerClass Code: SCO05PPay Grade: LES02Salary Range: $50,845 - $75,251Job SummaryThe Corrections Officer is responsible for maintaining security and overseeing the work and behavior of inmates in a correctional facility. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.Primary ResponsibilitiesSupervise the security and conduct of inmates in cells, during group meetings, meals, recreation, visitations, and work assignments.Maintain perimeter security by monitoring the facility for escapees and/or disturbances.Perform security checks of buildings and grounds, including shakedowns and searches of inmates.Maintain logs for work release inmates and write incident reports.Escort inmates to visitations, court, and work assignments.Attend shift briefings to discuss incidents, problems, and weak points in security.Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge And SkillsAbility to manage and de-escalate high-tension situations calmly and effectively.Proficient in monitoring behaviors and identifying potential security risks.Monitor inmate activities and write detailed reports.Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including emergency responses.Quick and sound decision-making in high-stress or emergency situations.Exercise self-defense tactics when necessary.Minimum QualificationsThe formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.Licensure/CertificationsN/AOther InformationOther job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee.The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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