Accreditation Analyst - Compliance & Audits Specialist

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Accreditation Analyst at the State of Arkansas Department of Corrections performs advanced analytical, administrative, and technical work to support accreditation, compliance, and quality assurance across ADC units.

Under supervision, the analyst conducts audits, analyzes data, recommends improvements, and maintains documentation to ensure standards are met and readiness for external reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in corrections, compliance, auditing, accreditation, or related field.
• Experience conducting audits and coordinating corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Conducts internal audits and inspections of department facilities to evaluate compliance with accreditation standards and regulations.
• Analyzes findings to identify deficiencies, risks, and corrective actions.
• Reviews and revises department policies to align with standards and regulatory requirements.
• Acts as liaison with accrediting organizations and coordinates site visits.
• Provides training on accreditation standards and compliance practices to staff.
• Maintains accreditation records and compliance databases for readiness of reviews.

Skills

Auditing principles

Compliance monitoring

Quality assurance

Written reports

Project coordination

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice / Public Administration / Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Accreditation management systems

Job description

The Accreditation Analyst at the State of Arkansas Department of Corrections performs advanced analytical, administrative, and technical work to support accreditation, compliance, and quality assurance across ADC units.

Under supervision, the analyst conducts audits, analyzes data, recommends improvements, and maintains documentation to ensure standards are met and readiness for external reviews.