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CORRECTIONS OFFICER

State of Arkansas • Arkansas, Arkansas • 3d ago

CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Date: Apr 13, 2026

Req ID: 56632

Location:

Statewide, AR, US, Statewide

Category: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION

Anticipated Starting Salary: $50,845.00

Position Number: 22084099

County: Statewide

Posting End Date: April 13, 2026

Anticipated Starting Salary: $50,845.00

LOCATION INFORMATION

This is a statewide recruitment for the position of Correctional Officer. Multiple vacancies are available across several facilities throughout the state. Applicants will be considered for placement at one or more locations based on hiring needs and candidate preference.

Available Locations & Openings

The following facilities currently have vacancies:

Cummins - 24 positions

East Arkansas Community Correction Center (EACCC) - 4 positions

Ester Unit - 10 positions

Grimes Unit - 9 positions

Hawkins Unit - 2 positions

Larry B. Norris Unit - 6 positions

Northeast Arkansas Community Correction Center (NEACCC) - 1 position

Pine Bluff Unit - 7 positions

Randall L. Williams Unit - 8 positions

Tucker Unit - 3 positions

Varner Unit - 12 positions

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.

All 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 Information

Job Series:Corrections Officers - Career-path

Classification:Corrections Officer

Class Code:SCO05P

Pay Grade:LES02

Salary Range:$50,845 - $75,251

Job Summary

The 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 Responsibilities

Supervise 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 Skills

Ability 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 Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.

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