CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Summary

Anticipated Starting Salary: $50,845.00Salary Range: $50,845 - $75,251Location: White River Corrections Center - BatesvilleBatesville - WRCC, AR, US, 72501Nearest Major Market: JonesboroMissionThe 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.Safety & EligibilityAll DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.Position InformationJob Series: Corrections Officers - Career-pathClassification: Corrections OfficerClass Code: SCO05PPay Grade: LES02Posting End Date: 12/31/2026Job TitleCORRECTIONS OFFICERJob 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's.Exercise self-defense tactics when necessary.Minimum QualificationsThe formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.Licensure/CertificationsN/AEqual Employment OpportunityThe 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

Job Description

Anticipated Starting Salary: $50,845.00Salary Range: $50,845 - $75,251Location: White River Corrections Center - BatesvilleBatesville - WRCC, AR, US, 72501Nearest Major Market: JonesboroMissionThe 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.Safety & EligibilityAll DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.Position InformationJob Series: Corrections Officers - Career-pathClassification: Corrections OfficerClass Code: SCO05PPay Grade: LES02Posting End Date: 12/31/2026Job TitleCORRECTIONS OFFICERJob 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's.Exercise self-defense tactics when necessary.Minimum QualificationsThe formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.Licensure/CertificationsN/AEqual Employment OpportunityThe 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