Corrections Major — Senior Facility & Operations Leader

State of Arkansas; Arkansas; On-site; USD 82,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Major for statewide duties. The role oversees staff and facility operations, ensuring safety, security, and compliance with laws while guiding strategic policy implementation and offender management.

The position demands leadership, solid supervisory experience, and the ability to manage budgets and rehabilitative programs. This is a statewide, safety-sensitive role with a comprehensive salary range and strong public safety mission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Five years of experience in correctional security or law enforcement, including four years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Directly oversee correctional staff, including captains, lieutenants, sergeants and officers.
• Develop staffing schedules, training programs, and performance evaluations.
• Engage in recruiting, training, and retention strategies for correctional staff.
• Ensure efficient operations, security, inmate management, and safety standards.
• Monitor safety protocols and emergency procedures; ensure compliance with laws and policies.
• Oversee budgets and resource utilization; support rehabilitation and education programs.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Staff development

Policy implementation

Operational oversight

Recruiting & retention

Budget oversight

Emergency response

Job description

Arkansas Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Major for statewide duties. The role oversees staff and facility operations, ensuring safety, security, and compliance with laws while guiding strategic policy implementation and offender management.

The position demands leadership, solid supervisory experience, and the ability to manage budgets and rehabilitative programs. This is a statewide, safety-sensitive role with a comprehensive salary range and strong public safety mission.