Accreditation & Compliance Analyst (Corrections)

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

Job summary

State of Arkansas at the Wrightsville Unit seeks an Accreditation Analyst to support accreditation, compliance, and quality assurance activities across ADC units. Under supervision, the role conducts audits, analyzes data, and develops recommendations to uphold accreditation standards.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in corrections, compliance, auditing, or accreditation, with responsibility for coordinating site visits and maintaining records for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years in corrections, compliance, auditing, accreditation, or related field.
• Experience conducting audits, analyzing findings, coordinating corrective actions, or supporting accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

• Conducts internal audits and inspections of department facilities to evaluate compliance with accreditation standards and regulations.
• Analyzes audit findings and compliance docs to identify deficiencies, assess risks, and propose corrective actions.
• Reviews and updates policies and procedures to maintain alignment with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Serves as technical liaison with accrediting bodies, coordinating site visits and ensuring timely submission of documentation.
• Provides training and guidance to facility personnel on accreditation standards, documentation; maintains records for internal and external reviews.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Auditing

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

State of Arkansas at the Wrightsville Unit seeks an Accreditation Analyst to support accreditation, compliance, and quality assurance activities across ADC units. Under supervision, the role conducts audits, analyzes data, and develops recommendations to uphold accreditation standards.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in corrections, compliance, auditing, or accreditation, with responsibility for coordinating site visits and maintaining records for